Keep up to date with Aotearoa New Zealand’s response to COVID-19.
With COVID-19 case numbers trending downwards, a highly vaccinated population, and increased access to antiviral medicines, most COVID-19 rules and border restrictions have ended.
Protect yourself and others from COVID-19 by following the latest health advice and not sharing unreliable information.
COVID-19 vaccines are free for everyone aged 5 and over. They’re also available to tamariki from 6 months who are at greater risk of severe illness if they were to get COVID-19.
Testing for COVID-19 and isolating when you test positive are 2 important ways to help manage COVID-19 in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Information for air and sea travellers about entering and leaving New Zealand.
Get accurate and reliable advice about COVID-19 vaccination, including vaccination for children and people who are pregnant, and information about the Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Novavax vaccines.
Children aged 6 months to 4 years who are at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19 can get a free COVID-19 vaccination now. Learn about eligibility, effectiveness, and providing consent.
Children and young people aged 5 and over can get a free COVID-19 vaccination now. Learn about the effectiveness and safety of COVID-19 vaccines, providing consent, and what to expect at the appointment.
This section has information about COVID-19 vaccination for disabled people.
Information about getting the COVID-19 vaccine if you have an underlying health condition or are taking medication.
Learn about getting the COVID-19 vaccine if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or trying for a baby.
We all need accurate and reliable information when we make a decision for ourselves and our whānau. Here you can learn from the experts and get answers about popular topics.
Pfizer is the preferred COVID-19 vaccine for use in New Zealand. The Novavax COVID-19 vaccine is also available for people aged 12 and over.
How to have a positive and respectful conversation when someone you care about has fears or concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Last updated: 15 November 2022 at 1:47 pm