Children's Nasal Flu Vaccine
A free nasal spray flu vaccine for every child aged 2 to 17. No needle and no charge.
Last checked July 2026
What it is
A free nasal-spray flu vaccine for all children aged 2 to 17, given through participating GPs, pharmacies and some primary schools. It is a spray, not an injection, and it helps protect children and the people around them each winter.
Who can get it
- Your child is aged 2 to 17
- You are going to a participating GP, pharmacy or school programme
- You are within the seasonal vaccination window, which runs through the autumn and winter
- It is a nasal spray rather than an injection, which takes the fear out of it for a lot of children.
- It is given through participating GPs, pharmacies and some primary schools, so there is usually more than one route.
- The programme is seasonal, so it opens in the autumn rather than being available all year.
How to apply
Applications go through HSE. The official page has the full eligibility rules and the application itself.
Go to the official page →Checked against the official source on 26 July 2026. Always confirm the details on the official page before applying.
Questions people ask
Is the children's flu vaccine free in Ireland?
Yes. It is free for every child aged 2 to 17.
Is it a needle?
No. The children's flu vaccine is given as a nasal spray.
Where can my child get it?
Through participating GPs, pharmacies and some primary schools.
What ages is it for?
Children aged 2 to 17.
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