Under 20 Minutes. Walk In Any Time.
Routine boosters, post-injury shots, and full primary courses available on a walk-in basis 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
How it works
Four steps. Under 20 minutes for a routine booster.
Walk in or WhatsApp ahead
Sukhumvit Soi 13, open 24/7. No appointment needed. Sustained a wound? Walk in or call and we will see you immediately.
Doctor consultation
A licensed English-speaking doctor reviews your vaccination history, any wound, and which vaccine formulation is most appropriate. Included in the clinic fee.
Vaccination by a licensed nurse
The tetanus-containing vaccine is administered by an experienced nurse. Under one minute. Observed for 15 minutes as standard before leaving.
Certificate issued same visit
Signed vaccination record documenting dose, formulation, lot number, and date. Accepted by employers, schools, visa applications, and government departments.
Pricing
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tetanus-containing vaccine (per dose) | 1,200 THB |
| Nurse and clinic fee (includes doctor consultation) | 300 THB |
| Total per visit | 1,500 THB |
Clinic fee applies once per visit. Includes doctor consultation, vaccine, nurse administration, 15-minute observation, and certificate. Cash (THB) or card. Group bookings of 3 or more: WhatsApp for group rate.
Who Needs a Tetanus Vaccine or Booster in Bangkok?
If your last booster was more than ten years ago or you cannot confirm your history, you need one. Bangkok creates more wound opportunities than most home cities.
Motorcyclists
Motorbike accidents are a leading cause of wounds in Bangkok. Up-to-date tetanus protection is not optional if you use a motorbike or motorbike taxi regularly.
Outdoor and Adventure Activities
Trekking, rock climbing, diving, water sports. Any activity that creates wound risk in a natural environment increases tetanus exposure.
Healthcare and Construction Workers
Occupational exposure to wounds, contaminated materials, or soil. A clinical priority for anyone working in these environments in Thailand.
Travellers with Lapsed Records
Many adults cannot confirm their last booster. If in doubt, a single booster dose provides protection for the next decade.
Anyone with a Recent Wound
Sustained a cut, puncture, animal bite, or burn in Bangkok? If your vaccination status is uncertain, get assessed and treated the same day.
Expats and Long-Stay Residents
Lost track of vaccination records while living abroad? A single booster restores full protection immediately with no blood test required.
If you cannot confirm a booster within the past ten years, assume you are due for one. Treat the ten-year interval as a firm schedule, not a guideline.
Why Travellers in Bangkok Need to Think About Tetanus
Tetanus is rare but fatal in roughly one in five cases, even with treatment. It is caused by bacteria found in soil, dust, and animal faeces that enter the body through wounds. Bangkok’s environment creates more wound opportunities than most home cities, and the local soil carries the bacteria no differently from anywhere else in the world.
Most travellers arrive with childhood vaccination that has lapsed. The tetanus vaccine requires a booster every ten years to maintain protection. Many adults in their thirties and forties have not had a booster since school and are operating on immunity that has declined below the protective threshold without knowing it.
A motorbike accident, a kitchen cut, a rusty nail at a beach bar, a dog bite. None of these needs to be severe to create a tetanus exposure risk. The question is not whether you are likely to get tetanus in Bangkok. It is whether you are protected if you do get a wound.
How Do You Know if Your Tetanus Vaccine Is Still Active?
You probably do not know, and that is the honest answer. Most adults cannot locate their vaccination records and have no clear memory of their last tetanus booster. There is no routine blood test that reliably measures individual tetanus protection. The practical approach is to treat the ten-year booster interval as a firm schedule, not a guideline.
If you received a primary course as a child and have had at least one booster as an adult, a single booster dose at Doctor Bangkok restores full protection immediately. If your vaccination history is unknown or incomplete, the physician will advise on whether a full primary course is needed.
Booster Schedule and Post-Injury: When Timing Matters
The standard WHO and Thai Ministry of Public Health recommendation is a tetanus booster every ten years for adults who completed a primary course. If you are in Bangkok and your last booster was more than ten years ago, walk in to Doctor Bangkok. The appointment takes under 20 minutes. You will not need another for a decade.
Post-Injury Tetanus Shot: What to Do
| Vaccination History | Clean Minor Wound | High-Risk Wound |
|---|---|---|
| Up to date (within 10 years) | No action needed | Physician assessment recommended |
| Last booster more than 10 years ago | Booster recommended | Booster needed, physician assessment |
| Unknown or incomplete history | Booster recommended | Urgent physician assessment same day |
| Never vaccinated | Start full course | Urgent physician assessment same day |
High-risk wounds include puncture wounds, wounds contaminated with soil or faeces, animal bites, crush injuries, burns, and any wound where tissue has been significantly damaged. If you are unsure about your vaccination history and have sustained a significant wound, seek medical assessment the same day.
⚠️ Sustained a wound in Bangkok?
Doctor Bangkok is open 24 hours. Post-injury tetanus shots, wound care, and animal bite assessment including rabies evaluation all handled in the same visit. Do not delay a high-risk wound assessment.
How Many Doses Does the Full Tetanus Course Take?
If you have never been vaccinated against tetanus or your history is genuinely unknown, a full primary course of three doses is required before you have reliable long-term protection.
| Dose | Timing | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dose 1 | Day 0 (first visit) | Immediate partial protection begins |
| Dose 2 | 4 to 8 weeks after dose 1 | Strengthens immune response |
| Dose 3 | 6 to 12 months after dose 2 | Completes primary course |
| Booster | Every 10 years | Maintains protection throughout adulthood |
Doctor Bangkok can administer all doses across your schedule. The first dose provides partial immediate protection, which matters if you have sustained a wound and cannot wait for the full course.
Starting a full course or unsure where you are in your schedule?
The physician will advise the right approach at your consultation based on your history and any wound sustained.
Tetanus Vaccine Side Effects: What to Expect
Common side effects (mild, 1 to 2 days)
Soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site. Mild fatigue. Occasional low-grade fever. Arm soreness can be noticeable after a long interval. This is a normal immune response, not infection.
One of the longest safety records of any vaccine
The tetanus vaccine has been in clinical use for decades across billions of doses. The safety profile is extremely well established. Serious adverse reactions are very rare.
Anaphylaxis equipment on site
Serious allergic reactions are extremely rare. Full anaphylaxis management equipment is on site for every vaccination. All patients observed for 15 minutes as standard.
Avoid over-boosting
Receiving tetanus boosters more frequently than every ten years is not recommended. More frequent boosting increases injection site reactions without additional clinical benefit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly does a tetanus booster take effect?+
If you have previously completed a primary course and are receiving a booster, protection is rapidly restored. Antibody levels rise significantly within 48 to 72 hours of the booster dose. For the purpose of post-injury protection, a booster given promptly after a wound is clinically effective. If you have never been vaccinated, the first dose alone does not provide full protection, and a physician assessment determines whether additional treatment is needed for a high-risk wound.
Can I get a tetanus shot the same day I was injured?+
Yes. Doctor Bangkok is open 24 hours and provides same-day post-injury tetanus shots with no appointment required. If you have sustained a wound and are unsure of your vaccination status, come in as soon as possible. The physician will assess the wound, determine your risk level based on vaccination history, and administer the appropriate treatment. Do not delay a high-risk wound assessment.
Do I need a tetanus shot after a dog bite in Bangkok?+
A dog bite in Bangkok requires immediate medical assessment for two reasons: tetanus risk and rabies risk. Dog bites are a high-risk wound type for tetanus due to the bacteria carried in animal mouths and the puncture nature of the injury. They also require evaluation for rabies post-exposure prophylaxis, which is a separate and urgent clinical decision. Doctor Bangkok can assess both on the same visit. If you have been bitten by a dog or any animal in Bangkok, seek medical assessment the same day.
Is the tetanus vaccine the same as the DTP vaccine my child had?+
DTP or DTaP vaccines given in childhood protect against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (whooping cough). The adult booster given at Doctor Bangkok contains tetanus and typically diphtheria as well, in a formulation appropriate for adults. The clinical team will confirm the specific formulation stocked at the time of your visit. If you specifically need a pertussis component in your booster, for example if you are in close contact with newborns, mention this at the consultation.
How long does tetanus immunity last after a booster?+
A tetanus booster given to someone with a completed primary course restores protection for approximately ten years. After this point, antibody levels decline below the threshold considered reliably protective, which is why the ten-year booster schedule exists as a firm recommendation rather than a rough guideline. There is no clinical benefit to boosting more frequently than every ten years in routine circumstances.
Does Doctor Bangkok provide a vaccination certificate for tetanus?+
Yes. A signed vaccination record is issued on the same visit, documenting the vaccine type, dose, lot number, and date. This is accepted by employers, schools, visa authorities, and Thai government departments. If you need a specific certificate format for a workplace, insurer, or government requirement, inform the physician at the consultation and we will accommodate this where possible.
Tetanus Vaccine
in Bangkok Today
Walk in to Doctor Bangkok on Sukhumvit Soi 13. No appointment. Open 24/7. From 1,500 THB total. Under 20 minutes. Certificate provided.
Soi Sukhumvit 13,
KhlongToei, Watthana
Bangkok 10110