National Immunisation Register: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how the National Immunisation Register works to provide free vaccinations for residents in New Zealand.
The National Immunisation Register is a central system used to track and manage vaccination records for people living in New Zealand. This register helps ensure that your immunization history is documented and accessible to healthcare providers.
Who it's for
This scheme is available to all residents. Whether you are living a settled life or moving through different regions, the register is designed to cover the resident population to help maintain public health standards.
What you get
Through this system, you can access free vaccinations for several different illnesses. This includes protections against the flu and COVID-19, as well as other scheduled immunizations. These vaccinations are provided at no cost to the resident to ensure that preventative healthcare remains accessible to everyone in the community.
What it costs you
There is no cost to you for using this system or for the vaccinations themselves. The service is provided free of charge to help ensure that financial barriers do not prevent residents from staying up to date with their health requirements.
The catch to know
The biggest challenge with this system is that your medical records can become fragmented. This often happens if you change your General Practitioner (GP) frequently. Because your history is tied to your medical provider, moving between different clinics can sometimes make it difficult to maintain one continuous, seamless record of every vaccination you have received.
How to apply
- Contact your local healthcare provider or clinic to discuss your immunization needs.
- Inform your healthcare provider that you wish to have your vaccinations recorded in the national register.
- Attend your vaccination appointment at your chosen medical facility.