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How do I get my vaccine?

The vaccine roll-out is being handled in grouped stages. People at higher risk will be vaccinated first. Group 1 – border and managed isolation and quarantine (MIQ) workers and their household contacts.Group 2 - high-risk…

Is the COVID-19 vaccine mandatory in New Zealand?

The COVID-19 vaccine is not mandatory for the general population.

Is the COVID-19 vaccine free?

Yes! The vaccine is free in New Zealand.

Can children under 16 years have the vaccine?

On 21st June the Pfizer vaccine was provisionally approved for use for adolescents aged 12 – 15 years by Medsafe. The NZ cabinet is now considering ‘decision to use’ approval. The Pfizer vaccine is not…

Who will get the vaccine in New Zealand?

In New Zealand all people 16 years and over can get the vaccine and be vaccinated. You can be vaccinated regardless of your citizenship or visa status.

Which COVID-19 vaccine is being used in New Zealand?

In New Zealand, the government is rolling out the Pfizer-BioNtec vaccine – more commonly known as the Pfizer vaccine. The trade name given to the vaccine is COMIRNATY™ COVID-19 vaccine.