1 October 2026 changes to COVID-19 vaccination

From 1 October 2026, COVID-19 vaccines will transition to the National Immunisation Program and eligibility for funded COVID-19 vaccines will be updated to focus on people at highest risk of severe disease. 

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (the department) is pleased to share the following resources to support health professionals: 

• Department of Health, Disability and Ageing web page COVID-19 vaccine moving to the NIP 
• Resources:

• • COVID-19 vaccines – Update for immunisation providers
  • COVID-19 NIP transition – Program advice for health professionals
  • COVID-19 vaccine NIP transition – Information kit for health professionals
  • COVID-19 vaccine NIP transition – Consumer fact sheet

Health professionals and stakeholders are encouraged to subscribe to our email list to receive the latest NIP updates. 

We kindly request your assistance in distributing this important information within your organisation and networks. 

Thank you for your continued support. 

 

Immunisation Enquiries 

  

Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing 

E: immunisation.enquiries@health.gov.au