Yellow Fever Vaccine in Andheri Without UIN: Where to Go & What to Bring
Getting Yellow Fever Vaccination in Andheri (Mumbai) Without a UIN
A Unique Identification Number (UIN) is typically required for the WHO International Certificate of Vaccination (Yellow Card). However, some facilities may vaccinate without it, especially for non-travel purposes or if you obtain the UIN later. Call ahead to confirm current policy.
Options in Andheri & Nearby
1. Public Health Facilities (MCGM / BMC)
- Andheri East / West Health Posts: Visit the nearest Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) dispensary or urban health center. Ask for "Yellow Fever Vaccination" — they may direct you to a designated center.
- Kasturba Hospital (Infectious Diseases) — Sane Guruji Marg, Mahalaxmi (central referral for travel vaccines).
- Port Health Office, Mumbai Port Trust — For seafarers; may serve others if capacity allows.
2. Private Hospitals with Travel Clinics
- Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital — Four Bungalows, Andheri West. Travel medicine department.
- CritiCare Asia Hospital — Juhu, Andheri. Travel vaccinations.
- SevenHills Hospital — Marol, Andheri East. International vaccination center.
- Holy Spirit Hospital — Mahakali Caves Rd, Andheri East. Travel clinic.
3. Specialized Travel Vaccination Clinics
- TravelSafe Clinic — Multiple locations (check Andheri availability).
- Vaccination Centre, International Airport (Terminal 2) — For departing travelers; may require boarding pass.
What to Bring / Prepare
- Passport (mandatory for Yellow Card issuance).
- Travel itinerary (visa, tickets) — supports indication.
- Prior vaccination records (if any).
- Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, driver's license).
- Payment (cash/UPI/card) — cost ~₹1,500–₹3,000 in private sector.
If UIN Is Required
- Apply online via WHO portal or through the vaccinating center (they often assist).
- Process: Register → get UIN → vaccinate → certificate issued with UIN.
Key Points
- Vaccine: Live attenuated (Stamaril, 17D) — single dose, lifelong immunity per WHO (2016).
- Contraindications: <6 months, severe egg allergy, immunodeficiency, thymus disorder, pregnancy (unless unavoidable risk).
- Certificate valid 10 days post-vaccination (for entry requirements).
Always verify current requirements with the facility and your destination country's embassy.
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