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Yellow Fever Vaccine in Mississauga — Official Certificate Issued

Designated Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre. Official ICVP certificate (yellow card) issued on-site. Required for entry to many African and South American countries.

Designated Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre

Only designated centres are authorized to administer the yellow fever vaccine and issue the official International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP). Not all clinics or pharmacies are authorized.

Address

550 Matheson Blvd W, Unit 107
Mississauga, ON L5R 4B8
Inside Heartland Town Centre

Hours

Monday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Contact

(905) 712-0003

Call ahead recommended — vaccine stock is temperature-sensitive

Yellow Fever Vaccine & The Official Certificate

Yellow fever is a viral hemorrhagic disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes in tropical Africa and South America. It can cause severe illness including organ failure and death. There is no antiviral treatment — prevention through vaccination is critical.

Beyond health protection, the yellow fever vaccine certificate serves a regulatory function: many countries require travellers to present a valid ICVP as a condition of entry. Airlines can deny boarding if you cannot show the certificate for a destination that requires it. Only designated vaccination centres like Peel Travel Clinic are authorized to administer the vaccine and issue the official certificate.

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Yellow Fever Vaccine — Key Facts

Vaccine: YF-Vax (live attenuated)

A single dose of the live attenuated yellow fever vaccine provides lifelong protection for most individuals. Booster doses are no longer required under international health regulations (updated 2016).

Certificate valid from: 10 days after vaccination

Your ICVP is not accepted until 10 days have elapsed since vaccination. Plan your appointment accordingly — at least 2 weeks before travel is strongly recommended.

Certificate validity: Lifetime

Since 2016, yellow fever certificates are valid for life. If you have an older certificate stating 10-year validity, it is still internationally accepted.

Certificate type: ICVP (International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis)

The official yellow booklet issued under the International Health Regulations. Required for entry to many countries and available only at designated vaccination centres.

Countries Requiring Yellow Fever Certificate

Requirements change. Always verify current entry requirements with the destination embassy or PHAC travel advisories before your trip.

Region Countries Requirement
West Africa Ghana, Nigeria, Benin, Togo, Senegal, Cameroon, Gabon, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Guinea Required for entry
East Africa Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania (Zanzibar), Ethiopia (some entry points) Required for entry
South America Brazil (some states), Bolivia, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela, Paraguay Required or endemic risk
Any country (transit from YF zone) Most countries if arriving from or transiting through a yellow fever endemic country Required by destination

This table is illustrative. Requirements are subject to change. Always verify with travel.gc.ca before travelling.

Frequently Asked Questions — Yellow Fever Vaccine in Mississauga

Is Peel Travel Clinic a designated Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre?
Yes. Peel Travel Clinic and Saldanha Health Centre is a designated Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre authorized to administer the yellow fever vaccine and issue the official International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) — commonly called the "yellow card." This certificate is required for entry to many countries in Africa and South America, and without it you may be denied boarding or entry.
Which countries require the yellow fever vaccine certificate?
Many West and Central African countries require proof of yellow fever vaccination as a condition of entry — including Ghana, Nigeria, Benin, Togo, Senegal, Cameroon, Uganda, Rwanda, and others. Several South American countries also require the certificate, including Bolivia and some states of Brazil. Additionally, many countries require the certificate if you are arriving from or transiting through a yellow fever endemic country, even if your final destination does not have an active yellow fever requirement. Always check the latest entry requirements for your specific itinerary.
How long is the yellow fever certificate valid?
As of 2016, the International Health Regulations were amended so that the yellow fever certificate is valid for life — no longer just 10 years. If you have an older certificate from before this change, it is still valid. The vaccine itself is considered to provide lifelong protection after a single dose for most individuals.
How far in advance do I need the yellow fever vaccine?
The vaccine takes 10 days to reach full protection. Your ICVP certificate is not considered valid until 10 days after vaccination — which means if you receive it less than 10 days before entry, some countries may refuse your certificate. Plan to get vaccinated at least 2 weeks before travel, and ideally 4–6 weeks in advance.
Who should not get the yellow fever vaccine?
Yellow fever vaccine is a live virus vaccine and is contraindicated in certain groups: infants under 6 months; immunocompromised individuals (HIV with low CD4, cancer treatment, organ transplant); people with thymus disease; and those with severe egg allergy. Travellers 60 years and older face a slightly higher risk of rare serious adverse events and should discuss the risk-benefit with a travel health practitioner. People who cannot receive the vaccine may be eligible for a medical exemption letter.
What is the cost of the yellow fever vaccine in Mississauga?
The yellow fever vaccine is not covered by OHIP or Ontario's immunization programs — it is a privately purchased travel vaccine. The cost includes the vaccine administration and the official ICVP certificate fee. Call (905) 712-0003 for current pricing. Many private insurance and employer benefit plans cover travel vaccinations.

Get Your Yellow Fever Certificate in Mississauga

Peel Travel Clinic — 550 Matheson Blvd W, Unit 107 · Mississauga, ON L5R 4B8

Mon–Fri 10 AM – 4 PM · Sun 10 AM – 2 PM · Call ahead recommended · Free parking

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