Meningococcal Vaccine in Dubai
Medilife provides MenACWY and MenB meningococcal vaccination in Dubai, with vaccination available at your home, hotel or office. Choose the vaccine you need, or speak with our team if you are unsure which type is appropriate for your age, travel plans, vaccination history or individual risk.
MenACWY: AED 950
MenB: AED 1,200
Medilife has been providing healthcare in Dubai since 2016. Meningococcal vaccination is delivered at the patient's location with appropriate pre-vaccination screening and professional vaccine handling.
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Choose Between MenACWY and MenB
MenACWY and MenB are both meningococcal vaccines, but they do not provide the same protection. Meningococcal disease is caused by Neisseria meningitidis and can lead to serious infections including meningitis and bloodstream infection. MenACWY protects against serogroups A, C, W and Y, while MenB targets serogroup B. CDC
This means MenB is not simply a different brand or higher-priced version of MenACWY. The vaccines cover different meningococcal serogroups, and one does not automatically replace the other.
MenACWY
- Protection
- Serogroups A, C, W and Y
- Medilife Price
- AED 950
- Common Reasons for Considering It
- Hajj or Umrah requirements, travel, age-based or risk-based vaccination
MenB
- Protection
- Serogroup B
- Medilife Price
- AED 1,200
- Common Reasons for Considering It
- Serogroup B protection where recommended according to age, medical risk or other clinical factors
| Vaccine | Protection | Medilife Price | Common Reasons for Considering It |
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| MenACWY | Serogroups A, C, W and Y | AED 950 | Hajj or Umrah requirements, travel, age-based or risk-based vaccination |
| MenB | Serogroup B | AED 1,200 | Serogroup B protection where recommended according to age, medical risk or other clinical factors |
The appropriate vaccine and dose schedule depend on factors such as your age, previous meningococcal vaccinations, medical history, reason for vaccination and ongoing risk. A healthcare professional can review these factors before vaccination.
MenACWY Vaccine
MenACWY is a quadrivalent meningococcal vaccine covering serogroups A, C, W and Y. It is particularly important for travellers when ACWY vaccination is required, including pilgrims who need to meet current Saudi health requirements.
At Medilife, MenACWY vaccination costs AED 950.
If you have previously received a meningococcal vaccine, share the vaccine name and date if available. This can help determine whether another dose or booster may be needed.
MenB Vaccine
MenB vaccination targets meningococcal serogroup B. It may be considered for people whose age, medical circumstances or exposure risk make protection against serogroup B appropriate. Some people with conditions such as complement deficiency or functional or anatomical asplenia may have indications for both MenACWY and MenB rather than one vaccine alone. CDC
At Medilife, MenB vaccination costs AED 1,200.
If you are unsure whether you need MenB, MenACWY or both, contact Medilife with your age, previous vaccination history and reason for vaccination.
Need help choosing? WhatsApp Medilife before booking.
Who May Need Meningococcal Vaccination?
The reason for meningococcal vaccination differs from person to person. Some patients need it because of travel regulations, while others may need vaccination because of age, medical risk, previous vaccination history or exposure circumstances.
Children and Adolescents
Meningococcal vaccination can be relevant to children and adolescents as part of age-based, school, travel or risk-based immunisation. The appropriate vaccine and schedule are not identical for every child.
If you are arranging vaccination for your child, provide their age and existing vaccination record where possible. This helps the healthcare professional determine which meningococcal vaccine and schedule are appropriate.
Adults and People at Increased Risk
Adults may need meningococcal vaccination for travel or because they have an increased risk of meningococcal disease.
Risk-based recommendations can include people with certain complement deficiencies, people taking complement-inhibiting medicines, those with functional or anatomical asplenia, and people exposed to particular travel or outbreak settings. Which vaccine is needed depends on the specific risk. CDC
If you have a medical condition affecting your immune system or spleen, share this information before vaccination so that your individual requirements can be reviewed.
Students and Other Higher-Risk Settings
Some communal living or educational settings may increase meningococcal exposure risk. Vaccination decisions should still be based on the person's age, existing vaccinations, destination or setting, and relevant health guidance rather than student status alone. CDC
If a university, school or other organisation has given you a vaccination requirement, send the requirement to Medilife when arranging your appointment.
Meningococcal Vaccination for Hajj and Umrah
If you are travelling to Saudi Arabia for Hajj or Umrah, confirm the current vaccination rules well before departure.
For Hajj 1447H (2026), Saudi health authorities required travellers performing Hajj to have vaccination covering meningococcal serogroups ACYW. The 2026 requirements accepted a quadrivalent ACYW conjugate vaccine administered within the previous five years, or an accepted quadrivalent polysaccharide vaccine within the previous three years, provided vaccination was completed at least 10 days before arrival. Ministry of Health
Saudi Arabia's separate Umrah 1447H (2026) requirements also require individuals travelling for Umrah from all countries to receive a vaccine covering ACYW. The published rules specify at least 10 days before arrival, with validity depending on the vaccine type. Ministry of Health
These requirements are updated by Saudi health authorities, so always check the rules applying to your actual travel date before relying on a previous season's requirements.
For the meningococcal component of these travel requirements, the relevant Medilife option is MenACWY, not MenB.
If you require specific vaccination documentation for travel, tell the Medilife team what documentation your airline, travel organiser or Saudi authority requires when booking.
Age, Doses and Booster Guidance
There is no single meningococcal vaccination schedule that applies to every patient. Dose requirements vary according to the vaccine type and the reason it is being given.
Child or adolescent
- What Needs to Be Checked
- Age, vaccine type, previous vaccinations and reason for vaccination
Adult
- What Needs to Be Checked
- Travel requirement, risk factors, previous meningococcal doses and ongoing exposure
Previously vaccinated
- What Needs to Be Checked
- Which vaccine you received and when
Ongoing increased risk
- What Needs to Be Checked
- Whether additional doses or boosters are recommended
School or university requirement
- What Needs to Be Checked
- The current requirement and your vaccination record
Hajj or Umrah travel
- What Needs to Be Checked
- Current Saudi requirements, vaccine type, date of vaccination and travel date
| Your Situation | What Needs to Be Checked |
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| Child or adolescent | Age, vaccine type, previous vaccinations and reason for vaccination |
| Adult | Travel requirement, risk factors, previous meningococcal doses and ongoing exposure |
| Previously vaccinated | Which vaccine you received and when |
| Ongoing increased risk | Whether additional doses or boosters are recommended |
| School or university requirement | The current requirement and your vaccination record |
| Hajj or Umrah travel | Current Saudi requirements, vaccine type, date of vaccination and travel date |
People who remain at increased risk may require booster doses, and MenACWY and MenB follow different vaccination schedules. CDC
Bring or share your previous vaccination record if you have one. It is more useful than trying to select a dose schedule based only on information found online.
Vaccination at Home, Hotel or Office in Dubai
You do not need to travel to a vaccination clinic simply to access Medilife's meningococcal vaccination service. Medilife can provide MenACWY or MenB at your location in Dubai, including your home, hotel or office.
Vaccination at Home
Learn moreHome vaccination can be useful for families, parents arranging vaccination for a child, people who prefer not to travel to a clinic, or anyone who values receiving preventive healthcare in a familiar setting.
Share your Dubai location and the vaccine you require when contacting Medilife. If you are unsure which vaccine you need, explain why you are seeking vaccination instead.
Vaccination at Your Hotel
Visitors and business travellers staying in Dubai can arrange meningococcal vaccination at their hotel.
This can be particularly useful when vaccination is connected to upcoming travel, including pilgrimage, and you prefer to arrange the visit at your accommodation rather than travel to a clinic.
Vaccination at Your Office
Medilife can also provide meningococcal vaccination at your office in Dubai.
For professionals with limited time during the working day, an office vaccination visit can reduce the need for a separate journey to a healthcare facility.
Home, hotel or office vaccination in Dubai: contact Medilife on +971 52 345 2646 or send a WhatsApp enquiry.
What to Expect During Your Vaccination Visit
Arranging a mobile meningococcal vaccination is straightforward:
Contact Medilife.
Tell us that you need meningococcal vaccination and whether you are looking for MenACWY, MenB or advice on which type may apply.
Share the relevant details.
Provide your Dubai location and, where relevant, your age, previous vaccination history and reason for vaccination, such as Hajj, Umrah, school, university or a medical risk factor.
Confirm the service.
Medilife will confirm the appropriate vaccination service and current availability.
Pre-vaccination check and administration.
A licensed healthcare professional attends your agreed home, hotel or office location, reviews relevant vaccination and health information, and administers the vaccine when appropriate.
Aftercare and next steps.
You receive guidance on common reactions, any further dose or booster planning that applies, and vaccination documentation as applicable.
Medilife's vaccination service uses appropriate cold-chain handling for vaccines and professional administration at the patient's location.
Safety, Side Effects and When Vaccination May Need to Be Delayed
Meningococcal vaccines are preventive vaccines. They reduce the risk of meningococcal disease but do not protect against every cause of meningitis or prevent every possible case of meningococcal disease. CDC
Common reactions can include pain, redness or swelling at the injection site, headache and tiredness. MenB vaccination can also cause symptoms such as fever and muscle or joint pain. These reactions are generally temporary. CDC
Tell the healthcare professional before vaccination if you have had a severe allergic reaction to a previous meningococcal vaccine or one of its components. People who are moderately or severely unwell may be advised to wait until they have recovered before vaccination. CDC
Pregnancy can also affect the decision, particularly for MenB. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or may be pregnant, tell the healthcare professional before vaccination so that the appropriate vaccine and timing can be considered. CDC
A severe allergic reaction after vaccination is rare, but symptoms such as difficulty breathing or swelling of the face or throat require urgent emergency medical care. CDC
If you currently have symptoms that could indicate meningitis or another serious acute infection, do not rely on vaccination as treatment. Seek prompt medical assessment.
Why Choose Medilife for Meningococcal Vaccination?
Medilife combines mobile access with clear vaccine choice and professional administration. You can arrange MenACWY for AED 950 or MenB for AED 1,200 and receive the vaccination at your home, hotel or office in Dubai.
Healthcare in Dubai Since 2016
Medilife has been providing healthcare in Dubai since 2016, giving patients access to an established healthcare provider rather than a vaccination service with no wider care context.
Professional Vaccine Handling
Vaccination includes a pre-vaccination check and professional administration, with cold-chain handling used as part of Medilife's vaccination service.
Care at Your Location
Whether you are a Dubai resident, a parent arranging vaccination for a child, a visitor staying in a hotel or a professional seeking an office visit, Medilife can bring the vaccination service to you.
Established Patient Experience
Medilife has served more than 47,000 patients and reports a 99.8% patient satisfaction rate. Patients can also view feedback about Medilife on Google and Trustpilot.
Medical Review
Dr Fahimunnisa is a General Practitioner with an MBBS qualification and DHA professional licensing. She speaks English, Hindi, Urdu and Kannada and has BLS and ACLS training from the American Heart Association. Medilife's vaccination content identifies Dr Fahimunnisa as its medical reviewer.
Other Vaccinations Available from Medilife
If your meningococcal vaccination is connected to travel or broader preventive care, another vaccine may also be relevant. The required combination depends on your destination, age, health history and current vaccination record.
Influenza vaccination helps protect against seasonal influenza and may be particularly relevant when preparing for international travel or large gatherings. Saudi health guidance also recommends seasonal influenza vaccination for Hajj travellers. Ministry of Health
Yellow fever vaccination may be required for travellers arriving from particular countries or visiting destinations with yellow fever risk. Check the requirements for your itinerary before travelling.
Typhoid vaccination may be considered for travel to destinations where exposure to Salmonella Typhi is a recognised risk, particularly where food and water safety may be uncertain.
Hepatitis A vaccination is an important preventive option for many international travellers and may form part of broader travel-vaccine planning.
Hepatitis B vaccination protects against hepatitis B virus infection and can be relevant according to a person's vaccination history, medical risk or travel circumstances.
For patients who need protection against both hepatitis A and hepatitis B, Medilife also provides a combined hepatitis A and B vaccination option.
Pneumococcal vaccination is a separate preventive vaccination that may be recommended according to age and medical risk. It is different from meningococcal vaccination and protects against a different bacterial infection.
Medilife also provides MMR, Tdap, tetanus, chickenpox and shingles vaccinations. Ask the Medilife team which vaccines may be relevant to your needs rather than arranging unnecessary vaccinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Medilife's current price is AED 950 for MenACWY and AED 1,200 for MenB.
If you need to know exactly what is included in the quoted fee, confirm this with Medilife when booking.
Saudi Arabia's latest published Hajj 2026 requirements specify vaccination covering ACYW, so MenACWY is the relevant Medilife option for this requirement. The rules are updated by season, so confirm the requirements for the year in which you will travel. Ministry of Health
Saudi Arabia's 1447H (2026) Umrah requirements state that travellers performing Umrah from all countries need meningococcal vaccination covering ACYW, administered at least 10 days before arrival. Validity depends on the vaccine type. Check the latest Saudi requirements for your actual travel date. Ministry of Health
Age eligibility depends on the meningococcal vaccine type, product, reason for vaccination and current clinical guidance. Tell Medilife the patient's age and previous vaccination history so the appropriate option can be checked.
Yes. Medilife provides meningococcal vaccination at homes, hotels and offices across Dubai.
You can tell Medilife if you are looking for a specific brand, such as Nimenrix, Menactra or Bexsero. Brand availability can change, so confirm current stock when arranging your vaccination.
Tell Medilife what documentation you need when booking, particularly if the vaccination is for Hajj, Umrah, school or another travel requirement. The team can confirm the documentation currently available for your vaccination.
Coverage can vary by insurer and policy. Ask Medilife about the current payment process and check your vaccination benefits with your insurer before booking if you intend to claim the cost.
The confirmed prices are AED 950 for MenACWY and AED 1,200 for MenB. Contact Medilife before booking if you need confirmation of what is included in the quoted fee.
Arrange Your Meningococcal Vaccination in Dubai
Choose MenACWY or MenB, tell Medilife where you would like the vaccination in Dubai, and arrange a visit at your home, hotel or office.
If you are not sure which vaccine you need, share your age, vaccination history and reason for vaccination so the appropriate option can be discussed before your visit.
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