Practical guidanceWorldwide with United Kingdom guidance where relevant

How should a passport holder prepare for ticks?

Review destination advice, pack prevention and removal supplies and retain the itinerary and healthcare details for every country visited.

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Short answer

Review destination advice, pack prevention and removal supplies and retain the itinerary and healthcare details for every country visited.

At a glance

Review destination advice, pack prevention and removal supplies and retain the itinerary and healthcare details for every country visited. Use current destination advice and retain the full itinerary if a tick or symptoms occur. Species, diseases, products and healthcare routes differ.

Key takeaways

• Review destination advice, pack prevention and removal supplies and retain the itinerary and healthcare details for every country visited.

• Use current destination advice and retain the full itinerary if a tick or symptoms occur. Species, diseases, products and healthcare routes differ.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Review destination advice, pack prevention and removal supplies and retain the itinerary and healthcare details for every country visited.

Use it in context

Use current destination advice and retain the full itinerary if a tick or symptoms occur. Species, diseases, products and healthcare routes differ.

Practical next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.