COVID-19 vaccines

Vaccination protects your child, your whānau and your community. If you are aged 50 or over, you can get a second booster now.

Get a booster Find a walk-in vaccination site

Latest update — 8 February 2023

Tamariki aged 6 months to 4 years who are immunocompromised or have multiple or complex health conditions are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine.

From 9 February a version of the paediatric Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine will be available for young children who are at higher risk of severe disease if they were to get COVID-19.

COVID-19 vaccine available for younger children at higher risk of severe illness

Got a question or want to book over the phone?

Talk to the COVID Vaccination Healthline 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week.

Translation services are available in over 40 languages, and there is the option to use NZ Relay Services.

Call 0800 28 29 26

Get your COVID-19 vaccination

Everyone in Aotearoa New Zealand aged 5 and over can get a free COVID-19 vaccine now. You can get a booster if you are aged 16 or over.

COVID-19 vaccine boosters

Boosters provide an extra layer of protection to your previous vaccination and keep your immunity stronger for longer.

What to expect when you get your vaccination

Find out what will happen at your COVID-19 vaccination appointments.

Side effects of COVID-19 vaccines

Find out about vaccination side effects and what to do if you experience them.

COVID-19 vaccine facts and advice

Get accurate and reliable advice about COVID-19 vaccination, including vaccination for children and people who are pregnant, and information about the Pfizer and Novavax vaccines.