Vaccine registration for children aged 12-15 opened today, Thursday August 12th.

Children will be offered the Pfizer or the Moderna COVID-19 vaccines, in line with the recommendations of the European Medicines Agency that mRNA vaccines were safe and effective for those aged 12 to 15.

The HSE particularly recommends vaccination for this age group if they:

• have a health condition that puts them at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19
• live with someone who is at higher risk of COVID-19

Getting your child vaccinated is a decision between you and your child. Read advice on this HSE advice page to help you decide.

Both vaccines are approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) as safe and effective. They are recommended in Ireland by the National Immunisation Advisory Committee (NIAC).

How do I register my child for a COVID-19 vaccination?

You can register online at hse.ie (click here) or by phone on 1800 700 700 / 01 240 8787 

Online Registration

To register your child for a vaccine online, you’ll need:

• your mobile phone number
• your email address
• your child’s PPS number
• your child’s Eircode

If you do not have these things, call the COVID-19 helpline to register by phone instead.

• Your PPS number – here's how to find your PPS number
• Your Eircode – you can find your Eircode here or you can enter your address in the registration system

What can I do if I have problems registering online?

The HSE have a guide available as follows:

Register by Phone

Phone lines are Open: 8am to 8pm, Monday to Sunday.

Freephone: 1800 700 700

Phone: 01 240 8787

From outside Ireland or the UK: +353 1 240 8787

The best time to call is between 1pm and 6pm. You will get through to an operator quicker.

If you register by phone, a parent or legal guardian will need to be at the appointment to give consent for the vaccine in person.

Where can my child be vaccinated?

At present the places of vaccination for all children 12-15 year olds, including those with CF, is a vaccination centre or through your pharmacist. CFI has also heard informally from our members that some GP’s may also provide vaccinations- we are currently seeking confirmation on this but in any event it is likely that only some GP’s will provide this service.

This is the best information we have at present and it may be subject to change. We will update you if there are any major changes.