Immunisations

D. M. Wright
Mar 27
2 min read

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THE NATIONAL IMMUNISATION PROGRAM

The National Immunisation Program (NIP) Schedule is a series of immunisations given at specific times throughout your life.

Immunisations range from birth through to adulthood.

ARE THERE COSTS INVOLVED?

All immunisations listed on the NIP Schedule are free. However, your health professional may apply a consultation fee or service charge.

Eligibility for free immunisations under the NIP is linked to eligibility for Medicare benefits. Click HERE for Medicare eligibility.

WHY FOLLOW THE IMMUNISATION SCHEDULE?

To get the best possible protection, make sure you have your immunisations on time, every time.

The NIP Schedule shows which immunisations you should get and when.

Click HERE for the schedule.

WHAT IF I AM LATE?

Eligible people can get "catch-up immunisations" for free up to age 20, except for the HPV vaccine, which is available free up to and including age 25.

The number and range of immunisations and doses that are eligible for NIP funded catch-up

is different for people aged less than 10 years and those aged 10–19 years.

Click HERE for more information.

Refugees and humanitarian entrants of any age are eligible for free "catch-up immunisations".

WHAT ABOUT STATE AND TERRITORY IMMUNISATION PROGRAMS?

The National Immunisation Schedule is funded by the Australian Government. Each State and Territory will also fund certain immunisations not covered by the national program, which are chosen based on local circumstances.

Once you have checked the National Program, check your State or Territory Program for further available immunisations. Links are available on the National website HERE.

THE FULL LIST

The full list is available for download from the National Immunisation Program site and is updated regularly.

The below schedule is correct as at 01 JUL 2024, but is unlikely to be correct at the time of your viewing.

ALWAYS CHECK THE SITE FOR UPDATES. Click HERE.