Immunisation schedules and programs
Immunisation Schedule Queensland
The Immunisation Schedule Queensland shows which immunisations are funded for eligible people under the NIP and Queensland-funded programs. Check the current schedule for eligibility before ordering or administering program-funded stock.
The Australian Immunisation Handbook provides clinical recommendations, including for people who may be recommended an immunisation but are not eligible for a funded dose..
 | Immunisation Schedule Queensland (PDF 1954 kB) | ||
 | Immunisation Catch-up Schedule Queensland 2024 for people aged from 10 years June 2026 (PDF 161 kB) | ||
Product selection guides
Product selection guides on this page are quick-reference tools and should always be used alongside the schedule, the Australian Immunisation Handbook and current program advice.
Catch-up immunisation
Catch-up immunisations aim to provide optimal protection against disease as quickly as possible by completing the immunisations recommended for a person.
Before developing a catch-up plan, immunisation providers should:
- Check the person’s immunisation history on the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) and any other available clinical records.
- Use the Australian Immunisation Handbook to assess vaccine validity, previous doses and required minimum intervals.
- Use the National Immunisation Catch-up Calculator to develop a catch-up schedule for eligible infants, children and adolescents.
- Confirm eligibility for funded catch-up doses under the Immunisation Schedule Queensland.
- Document the catch-up plan, provide the appropriate vaccines and record these on the AIR.
An appropriate catch-up schedule cannot be developed without first checking the person’s vaccination history.
Catch-up vaccines are generally funded for people aged under 20 years. Exceptions include HPV vaccine, which is funded for eligible people aged under 26 years, and catch-up vaccination for refugees and humanitarian entrants of any age. Refer to the current schedule and Australian Government catch-up immunisation information for details.
For more information, see the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing information on catch-up immunisations.
For Queensland-funded immunisation programs, refer to the relevant program webpage for information about eligibility criteria, eligible age groups and catch-up arrangements.
National immunisation catch-up calculator
The National Immunisation Catch-up Calculator supports providers to develop personalised catch-up schedules for people aged under 20 years, including people with medical risk conditions or vaccines received overseas. It can use a person’s date of birth, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander status, and vaccination history by antigen or vaccine brand. The NICC is updated regularly in line with the recommendations within the Australian Immunisation Handbook.
Immunisation programs
National Immunisation Program Vaccinations in Pharmacy (NIPVIP)
The NIPVIP program enables participating Queensland Health registered pharmacy immunisation service providers to administer eligible NIP vaccines and claim the relevant NIPVIP payment, where program requirements are met.
Eligibility for vaccination, reimbursement and claiming depends on the relevant NIPVIP program rules, including requirements relating to the vaccination setting. Refer to the NIPVIP and state-funded programs webpage and the Pharmacy Programs Administrator NIPVIP information for current requirements and reimbursement arrangements.
Queensland (state-funded) immunisation programs
In addition to the NIP, Queensland funds selected immunisations and immunisation programs for eligible people. Visit the program pages below for information about eligibility criteria, funded cohorts, and current program advice.