Vaccinations for children in Spain

What vaccines does your child need? Are they different in Spain from other countries? Should you follow the Spanish schedule or that of your home country? This blog explains all.

The vaccination schedule for children in Andalucia is shown in the table (in green). 

All children are advised to have these vaccines unless there are contraindications.

• There are optional extra vaccines (in yellow) that are available, but not routinely given within the Spanish social security health system. For example; Meningitis B vaccine (which is part of routine vaccination schedules in other countries such as the UK).
• Some vaccines (in red) are given under special circumstances.

Schedules do vary between different countries. So which should you follow?

If your child is likely to stay in Spain for the foreseeable future I recommend changing to the Spanish schedule. 

If you are planning to return to your home country soon, it may be simpler to follow their schedule.

Prices of vaccines are shown approximately as they vary according to the brand that is available.

The fee for the arranging and administering of vaccines by a doctor is 40 euros. 

If you would like to have the height and weight measured and a developmental assessment in addition to the vaccines or to discuss any health concerns, the fee is 70 euros for up to 25 minutes consultation.

Vaccines need to be paid for in advance, as they cannot be returned if unused.

This table is for guidance only; there may be particular circumstances for your child that could affect requirements.

By Dr. Crichton-Smith ○ GP