Programa Nacional de Imunização: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to access free vaccines for your family through Brazil's national immunization program.
This national program provides free vaccinations to help protect the population from various preventable diseases.
Who it's for
This scheme is available to all citizens across the country. The specific vaccines you are eligible to receive depend on your age group, ensuring that different stages of life, from infancy through adulthood, receive the necessary protection against illness.
What you get
You receive free vaccines designed to protect you and your family from several different types of illness. This includes protections against the flu and COVID-19, as well as a variety of essential vaccines for childhood diseases to ensure children grow up healthy.
What it costs you
There is no monetary cost for these vaccines; the service is provided for free. The main thing you need to provide is your vaccination card, which serves as your official record of the doses you have received.
The catch to know
You must make sure to keep your vaccination card updated and organized. This is a common stumbling block because many institutions, such as schools and various workplaces, require proof of up-to-date immunization to meet their specific requirements for entry or enrollment.
How to apply
- Find your nearest local health center, commonly referred to as a "Postinho."
- Gather your identification documents and your current vaccination card.
- Present your documentation to the healthcare staff at the center.
- Consult with the staff to determine which specific vaccines you or your family members are currently eligible to receive based on your age.