Meningitis ACWY Vaccine at Chiswick Travel Clinic
£60 per dose
Meningitis ACWY vaccination is a mandatory entry requirement for pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia for Hajj or Umrah, and is also recommended for travel to the African meningitis belt. Our Chiswick pharmacy issues the official certificate you’ll need.
Based on Acton Lane, Chiswick W4 — GPhC-registered pharmacists.
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Going on Hajj or Umrah?
Meningitis ACWY is the mandatory vaccine, and we provide the certificate. See our Hajj & Umrah vaccines page →
What Is Meningitis ACWY?
Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis. It can cause meningitis (inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord) and septicaemia (blood poisoning), both of which are potentially life-threatening and can progress extremely rapidly. The Meningitis ACWY vaccine protects against four of the main disease-causing serogroups: A, C, W, and Y.
Serogroup A is the dominant strain in sub-Saharan Africa’s "meningitis belt" — a region stretching from Senegal to Ethiopia that experiences regular epidemics. Serogroup W has caused outbreaks among Hajj pilgrims in Mecca, leading to mandatory vaccination requirements for all pilgrims.
Do I Need the Meningitis ACWY Vaccine?
Meningitis ACWY vaccination is strongly recommended for:
- All Hajj and Umrah pilgrims — it is a mandatory entry requirement for Saudi Arabia
- Travellers to sub-Saharan Africa, particularly the meningitis belt during the dry season (December–June)
- Students living in university halls of residence or close-contact settings
- Those who have not received the NHS MenACWY vaccination and fall into an at-risk group
- Close contacts of confirmed meningococcal disease cases
When Should I Get Vaccinated?
For Hajj and Umrah: the Saudi government requires vaccination at least 10 days before arrival in Saudi Arabia. We recommend booking your appointment as early as possible, as demand is high in the weeks before the Hajj season. We can also provide the official vaccination certificate required for your visa application.
For other travel: ideally at least 2–4 weeks before departure, though protection develops within a few days of vaccination.
How Many Doses Do I Need?
A single dose of the conjugate Meningitis ACWY vaccine provides protection for at least 5 years. Most adults require only one injection. A booster may be recommended if you were vaccinated more than 5 years ago and remain at ongoing risk.
Side Effects of the Meningitis ACWY Vaccine
The vaccine is well tolerated. Common side effects include mild soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site, and occasionally a mild headache or low-grade fever. These resolve within 1–2 days. Serious allergic reactions are extremely rare.
Meningitis ACWY Vaccine for Chiswick & Acton Patients — Chiswick Travel Clinic
Chiswick Travel Clinic is based at 257 Acton Lane, Chiswick, London W4 5DG, just off the A4 / Chiswick High Road. We see patients from Chiswick itself and, in particular, from nearby Acton — Acton Lane links the two, so our travel clinic is a short journey for anyone in Acton, South Acton or Acton Green.
We also regularly see travellers from Ealing, Hammersmith, Brentford, Richmond, Shepherd's Bush and Gunnersbury for their meningitis acwy vaccine. Whichever of these areas you're travelling from, you'll see the same GPhC-registered pharmacists and the same transparent pricing.
Travel vaccines often booked with the meningitis acwy vaccine
Your vaccinating pharmacist
Rajendra Patel, Superintendent Pharmacist
Your meningitis acwy vaccine will be assessed and administered by Rajendra Patel or another GPhC-registered pharmacist at Chiswick Travel Clinic. The clinic operates from Alisha Pharmacy, registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council under premises number 1041405.
What our patients say
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★★★★★“I've been using Alisha pharmacy for 20 years now. I have other pharmacies nearer to my home, but I always use Alisha because Raj and all the rest of the team there are so friendly, professional, knowledgeable, informative and helpful. They obviously really care about what they do. A local gem.”
— P Hall, Google Review
★★★★★“Raj the pharmacist runs a service of excellence and care to his local community. He and his team go above and beyond and know their community. The standard has always been exemplary.”
— Harika Basharan, Google Review
Reviews are genuine Google reviews of Alisha Pharmacy, the pharmacy in which Chiswick Travel Clinic is based.
What Happens at Your Appointment?
- ✔A short assessment of your travel plans, health history and any previous vaccinations.
- ✔Your meningitis acwy vaccine administered by a GPhC-registered pharmacist.
- ✔A vaccination record and any relevant advice.
- ✔Aftercare advice and answers to any questions about your travel plans.
How to Prepare
- ✔Bring any previous vaccination records if you have them.
- ✔Let us know about any allergies or ongoing medical conditions.
- ✔Eat something beforehand and stay well hydrated.
- ✔Have your travel itinerary to hand — destinations, dates and activities help us tailor our advice.
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