Which vaccine do I need?
COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Summary
If you have had Covid-19, you need to wait for the following time before having a vaccination:
- 5-17s in highest risk groups – minimum of 4 weeks from when symptoms started/testing positive
- Under 18s – minimum of 12 weeks from when symptoms started/testing positive
- 18 and over – minimum of 4 weeks from when symptoms started/testing positive
5-11-year-olds who are clinically at risk or living with someone who is immunosuppressed
Vaccine and dose
- Two doses
- Pfizer (child dose of 10 micrograms)
When
- (Starting from 31 Jan 22) At least 8 weeks between doses. Please wait to be contacted.
Where
- Selected GP practices (by invitation)
- Clinics at selected vaccination centres (need letter from GP or consultant)
- Guide for parents/guardians of children aged 5-11 years
12-15 year olds
Vaccine and dose
- Two doses
- Pfizer
When
- At least 12 weeks between doses
Where
- Clinics in schools
- Invite from GP
- Book using National Booking Service
- Selected walk-in clinics
12-15 year olds who are clinically at risk or living with someone who is immunosuppressed
Vaccine and dose
- Two doses + booster
- Pfizer
When
- At least 12 weeks between doses
Where
- Invite from local GP vaccination service
- Selected walk-in clinics (need a letter from GP or consultant)
16-17 year olds
Vaccine and dose
- Two doses + booster
- Pfizer
When
- At least 12 weeks between doses
Where
- Invite from GP
- Book using National Booking Service
- Selected walk-in clinics
18-39 year olds
Vaccine and dose
- Two doses + booster
- Pfizer or Moderna
When
- At least 8 weeks between 1st and 2nd doses and 12 weeks between 2nd dose and booster
Where
- Invite from GP
- Book using National Booking Service
- Selected walk-in clinics
40 year olds and over
Vaccine and dose
- Two doses + booster
- Doses 1 & 2 – AstraZeneca, Pfizer or Moderna
- Booster – Pfizer or Moderna
When
- At least 8 weeks between 1st and 2nd doses and 12 weeks between 2nd dose and booster
Where
- Invite from GP
- Book using National Booking Service
- Walk-in clinics
Pregnant women
Vaccine and dose
- Two doses + booster
- Pfizer or Moderna
When
- At least 8 weeks between 1st and 2nd doses and 12 weeks between 2nd dose and booster
Where
- Invite from GP
- Book using National Booking Service
- Walk-in clinics
Immunosuppressed aged 12 and over
Vaccine and dose
- Three doses + booster
- 12-17 year olds – Pfizer
- 18-39 year olds – Pfizer or Moderna
- 40 year olds and over – AstraZeneca, Pfizer or Moderna
When
- At least 8 weeks between doses one, two and three
- 12 weeks between dose three and booster
- Unless otherwise advised by a specialist
Where
- Invite from GP or consultant
- Walk-in clinics (need a letter from GP or consultant)