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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa181.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/requirements/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/requirements/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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Effective July 1, 2019, a booster dose of the Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering the 7th grade.\nMeningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY)\nEffective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of MenACWY vaccine. The first dose should be administered prior to entering 7th grade. The final dose should be administered prior to entering 12th grade.\nSee supplemental guidance document for additional information.\nHuman Papillomavirus (HPV)\nEffective July 1, 2021, a complete series of 2 doses of HPV vaccine is required. The\nfirst dose\nshall be administered before the child enters the 7th grade. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent's or guardian's sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.\nHepatitis B\nA complete series of 3 properly spaced doses of hepatitis B vaccine are required for all children. However, the FDA has approved a 2-dose schedule\nONLY\nfor adolescents 11-15 years of age AND\nONLY when the Merck Brand (RECOMBIVAX HB) Adult Formulation Hepatitis B Vaccine\nis used. If the 2-dose schedule is used for adolescents 11-15 years of age it must be clearly documented on the school form.\nMeasles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR)\nA minimum of 2 measles, 2 mumps, and 1 rubella. (Most children receive 2 doses of each because the vaccine usually administered is the combination vaccine MMR). The first dose must be administered at age 12 months or older. The second dose of vaccine must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2.\nHaemophilus Influenzae Type b (Hib)\nThis vaccine is required ONLY for children up to 60 months of age. A primary series consists of either 2 or 3 doses (depending on the manufacturer). However, the child’s current age and not the number of prior doses received govern the number of doses required. Unvaccinated children between the ages of 15 and 60 months are only required to have one dose of vaccine.\nPneumococcal (PCV)\nThis vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 60 months of age. One to four doses, dependent on age at first dose, of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, are required.\nRotavirus\nThis vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 8 months of age. Effective July 1, 2021, 2 or 3 doses of Rotavirus Vaccine (dependent upon the manufacturer) is required.\nPolio (IPV)\nA minimum of 4 doses of polio vaccine. One dose must be administered on or after the fourth birthday.\nSee supplemental guidance document for additional information.\nVaricella (Chickenpox)\nAll children born on and after January 1, 1997, shall be required to have one dose of chickenpox vaccine administered at age 12 months or older. Effective March 3, 2010, a second dose must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2.\nHepatitis A (HAV)\nEffective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of Hepatitis A vaccine. The first dose should be administered at age 12 months or older.\nFor further information, please call the Division of Immunization at 1-800-568-1929 (in-state only) or 804-864-8055.\nLast Updated:\nMarch 4, 2026","attrs_markdown":"![Commonwealth of Virginia branding bar cardinal logo](https:\/\/www.developer.virginia.gov\/media\/developer\/assets\/img\/bbar_logos-white.svg)\n\n[A Commonwealth of Virginia Website](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/)An official website of the Commonwealth of Virginia [Here's how you know](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/requirements\/)An official website[Here's how you know](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/requirements\/)\n\nTo ensure accurate screenreader translation, please ensure you have the proper language packs installed.\n\nEnglish ▼\n\n- ኣማርኛ\n- العربية الفصحى\n- 简化字\n- 正體字\n- Français\n- हिंदी\n- 한국어\n- Español\n- Tagalog\n- اردو\n- Tiếng Việt\n\n![Services Selection Icon](https:\/\/www.developer.virginia.gov\/media\/developer\/assets\/img\/globe-icon2.png)Find a Commonwealth Resource![Close Branding Bar Icon](https:\/\/www.developer.virginia.gov\/media\/developer\/assets\/img\/close_icon.png)\n\n[Skip to content](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/requirements\/#content)\n\n[Immunization](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/)\n\n![Virginia Department of Health](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/themes\/vdh-shared\/assets\/generated\/vdh-logo.png)\n\n- [About](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/commissioner\/)\n- [How Do I](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/how-do-i\/)\n- [A-Z Index](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/health-topics-a-z\/)\n- [Locations](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/local-health-districts\/)\n- [Data](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/Data\/)\n- [Clinicians](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/clinicians\/)\n- [Newsroom](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/news\/)\n- [Contact](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/contact-us\/)\n\n[Virginia Department of Health](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/)\n\n\\>\n\n[Immunization](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization)\n\n\\>\n\nSchool Requirements\n\n- - [Immunization](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/)\n  - [Contact Us](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/contact-us\/)\n  - [Vaccine Provider Locator](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/provider-locator\/)\n  - [School Requirements](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/requirements\/)\n  - [Data and Statistics](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/datamanagement\/)\n  - [Virginia Vaccines for Children (VVFC)](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/vvfc\/)\n  - [Virginia Vaccines for Adults (VVFA)](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/vvfa\/)\n  - [Virginia Immunization Information System (VIIS)](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/viis\/)\n  - [Virginia Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention (VPHBP) Program](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/vphbp\/)\n  - [Healthcare Personnel (HCP) and Vaccinations](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/hcpersonnel\/)\n  - [Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/hpv\/)\n  - [International Travel](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/international\/)\n  - [Worksite Wellness through Immunization](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/workwellness\/)\n- [Email this page](mailto:?subject=Web%20page%20on%20Virginia%20Department%20of%20Health%20Website&body=Hi%2C%0A%0AI%20found%20this%20web%20page%20and%20thought%20you%20might%20like%20it%3A%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vdh.virginia.gov%2Fimmunization%2Frequirements%2F)\n\n# School Requirements\n### School and Day Care Minimum Immunization Requirements\nDocumentary proof shall be provided of adequate age-appropriate immunization with the prescribed number of doses of vaccine indicated below for attendance at a public or private elementary, middle or secondary school, childcare center, nursery school, family day care home or developmental center. Vaccines must be administered in accordance with and administered within the spacing and age requirements of the schedule of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP).\n\n- **AAP:** <https:\/\/downloads.aap.org\/AAP\/PDF\/AAP-Immunization-Schedule.pdf>\n- **AAFP**: [https:\/\/www.aafp.org\/dam\/AAFP\/documents\/patient\\_care\/immunizations\/2025%20Adolescent%20Schedule.pdf](https:\/\/www.aafp.org\/dam\/AAFP\/documents\/patient_care\/immunizations\/2025%20Adolescent%20Schedule.pdf)\n\nChildren vaccinated in accordance with either the current AAP or AAFP schedule or the AAP or AAFP catch-up schedules (including meeting all minimum age and interval requirements) are considered to be appropriately immunized for school attendance (see “Supplemental Guidance for School-Required Immunizations” for additional information).\n\n- **Please talk to a healthcare provider to ensure your child is up to date on their routine immunizations.**\n\n### Resources\n- [School Immunization Requirements](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2021\/03\/School_Min_Requirements.pdf)\n- [Supplemental Guidance for School-Required Immunizations](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2016\/04\/SupplementalGuidance.pdf)\n- [Acceptable Evidence of Varicella (Chickenpox) Immunity](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2016\/04\/VaricellaDocumentation.pdf)\n  - [Chickenpox Information for School Nurses](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/Chickenpox_school-nurses-flyer_508.pdf) **([Spanish Version](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/Chickenpox_school-nurses-flyer_es.pdf))**\n- [Tdap School Immunization Requirement](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/requirements\/englishtdap_faq\/) **([Spanish Version](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2019\/05\/SpanishTDAP_FAQ.pdf))**\n- [AAP Immunization Schedule](https:\/\/downloads.aap.org\/AAP\/PDF\/AAP-Immunization-Schedule.pdf) **([Spanish Version](https:\/\/downloads.aap.org\/HC\/ES\/Vaccine-Childhood-Schedule-print-es.pdf))**\n- [AAFP Immunization Schedule](https:\/\/www.aafp.org\/dam\/AAFP\/documents\/patient_care\/immunizations\/2025%20Adolescent%20Schedule.pdf)\n- [Rising Kindergartener Letter](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/Rising-KG-Parent-Letter.pdf) **([Spanish Version](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/Rising-KG-Letter_Spanish.pdf))**\n- [Rising 7th Grader Letter](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/Rising-7th-Grader-Parent-Letter.pdf) **([Spanish Version](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/Rising-7th-grade-letter_Spanish.pdf))**\n- [Rising 12th Graders Letter](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/Rising-12th-Grader-Parent-Letter.pdf) **([Spanish Version](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/Rising-12th-Grade-Parent-Letter_Spanish.pdf))**\n- [Back-to-School Communications Toolkit](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/news\/toolkits\/back-to-school\/)\n- [5 Facts about Measles Infographic](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/5-Facts-about-Measles_FINAL.pdf) **([Spanish Version](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/5-Facts-about-Measles-Infographic_Spanish.pdf))**\n\n### Important Forms\n- [School Entrance Health Forms](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/school-age-health-and-forms\/school-health-forms-and-action-plans\/)\n- [Religious Exemption Form](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2016\/04\/cre_1.pdf)\n  - [Spanish](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2023\/08\/Religious-Exemption-Form-ES.pdf)\n  - [Arabic](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/09\/CRE_Arabic-1.pdf)\n  - [Chinese](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/09\/CRE_Chinese_zh_CN-1.pdf)\n  - [Korean](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/09\/CRE_Korean-1.pdf)\n  - [Urdu](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/09\/CRE_Urdu-1.pdf)\n  - [Vietnamese](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/09\/CRE_Vietnamese-1.pdf)\n\n### Virginia Code\n- [**§ 22.1-271.2** - Immunization Requirement](http:\/\/law.lis.virginia.gov\/vacode\/22.1-271.2\/)\n- [**§ 32.1-46** - Immunization of Children Against Certain Diseases](http:\/\/law.lis.virginia.gov\/vacode\/32.1-46\/)\n- [**12VAC5- 110** - Regulations for the Immunization of School Children](http:\/\/law.lis.virginia.gov\/admincode\/title12\/agency5\/chapter110\/)\n- [**§ 23.1-800 -** Immunization Requirements for College Students](http:\/\/law.lis.virginia.gov\/vacode\/23.1-800\/)\n\n| Vaccine | Minimum Requirement |\n|---|---|\n| Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, or Tdap) | A minimum of 4 properly spaced doses. A child must have at least one dose of DTaP or DTP vaccine on or after the fourth birthday. DT (Diphtheria, Tetanus) vaccine is required for children who are medically exempt from the pertussis-containing vaccine (DTaP or DTP). Adult Td is required for children 7 years of age and older who do not meet the minimum requirements for tetanus and diphtheria. Effective July 1, 2019, a booster dose of the Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering the 7th grade. |\n| Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) | Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of MenACWY vaccine. The first dose should be administered prior to entering 7th grade. The final dose should be administered prior to entering 12th grade. **[See supplemental guidance document for additional information.](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2016\/04\/SupplementalGuidance.pdf)** |\n| Human Papillomavirus (HPV) | Effective July 1, 2021, a complete series of 2 doses of HPV vaccine is required. The **first dose** shall be administered before the child enters the 7th grade. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent's or guardian's sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine. |\n| Hepatitis B | A complete series of 3 properly spaced doses of hepatitis B vaccine are required for all children. However, the FDA has approved a 2-dose schedule **ONLY** for adolescents 11-15 years of age AND **ONLY when the Merck Brand (RECOMBIVAX HB) Adult Formulation Hepatitis B Vaccine** is used. If the 2-dose schedule is used for adolescents 11-15 years of age it must be clearly documented on the school form. |\n| Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) | A minimum of 2 measles, 2 mumps, and 1 rubella. (Most children receive 2 doses of each because the vaccine usually administered is the combination vaccine MMR). The first dose must be administered at age 12 months or older. The second dose of vaccine must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2. |\n| Haemophilus Influenzae Type b (Hib) | This vaccine is required ONLY for children up to 60 months of age. A primary series consists of either 2 or 3 doses (depending on the manufacturer). However, the child’s current age and not the number of prior doses received govern the number of doses required. Unvaccinated children between the ages of 15 and 60 months are only required to have one dose of vaccine. |\n| Pneumococcal (PCV) | This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 60 months of age. One to four doses, dependent on age at first dose, of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, are required. |\n| Rotavirus | This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 8 months of age. Effective July 1, 2021, 2 or 3 doses of Rotavirus Vaccine (dependent upon the manufacturer) is required. |\n| Polio (IPV) | A minimum of 4 doses of polio vaccine. One dose must be administered on or after the fourth birthday. **See supplemental guidance document for additional information.** |\n| Varicella (Chickenpox) | All children born on and after January 1, 1997, shall be required to have one dose of chickenpox vaccine administered at age 12 months or older. Effective March 3, 2010, a second dose must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2. |\n| Hepatitis A (HAV) | Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of Hepatitis A vaccine. The first dose should be administered at age 12 months or older. |\n\n*For further information, please call the Division of Immunization at 1-800-568-1929 (in-state only) or 804-864-8055.*\n\n**Last Updated:** March 4, 2026\n\n## Contact Us\n- [Health Department Locator](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/health-department-locator\/)\n- [Phone & Directions](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/contact-us\/)\n- [Feedback Form](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/feedback-form\/)\n- [Job Opportunities](https:\/\/www.jobs.virginia.gov\/jobs\/search?page=1&dropdown_field_2_uids%5B%5D=00f8ec2538e8b417e0d2c2cee6c434ed&query=)\n\n## Agency Information\n- [Accessibility](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/accessibility\/)\n- [Code of Ethics](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/code-of-ethics\/)\n- [FOIA Policy](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/commissioner\/administration\/freedom-of-information-act\/)\n- [Internships](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/human-resources\/human-resources\/internships\/)\n- [Organizational Charts](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/commissioner\/administration\/organization-charts\/)\n- [Privacy Policy](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/privacy-policy\/)\n- [Non-Discrimination Policy](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/vdh-non-discrimination-policy\/)\n- [Language & Disability Access Plan](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/language-disability-access-plan\/)\n\n## Newsletters\n- [Health Districts](https:\/\/public.govdelivery.com\/accounts\/VAVDHORCE\/subscriber\/topics?qsp=VAVDHORCE_10005)\n- [Healthcare Professionals](https:\/\/public.govdelivery.com\/accounts\/VAVDHORCE\/subscriber\/topics?qsp=VAVDHORCE_HEALTHCARE)\n- [All Topics](https:\/\/public.govdelivery.com\/accounts\/VAVDHORCE\/subscriber\/topics?qsp=CODE_RED)\n\n[![Electronic Virginia](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/eva-logo.png)](https:\/\/logi.cgieva.com\/Public\/rdPage.aspx)\n\n[View VDH Expenditures](https:\/\/www.datapoint.apa.virginia.gov\/dashboard.php?Page=Expenditures&Branch=EXB&Name=Department%20Of%20Health&FiscalYear=2020&Secretariat=HEA&Agency=60100)\n\n![](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/plugins\/wpfront-scroll-top\/includes\/assets\/icons\/1.png)","attrs_readable_markdown":"[Skip to content](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/immunization\/requirements\/#content)\n\n| Vaccine | Minimum Requirement |\n|---|---|\n| Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, or Tdap) | A minimum of 4 properly spaced doses. A child must have at least one dose of DTaP or DTP vaccine on or after the fourth birthday. DT (Diphtheria, Tetanus) vaccine is required for children who are medically exempt from the pertussis-containing vaccine (DTaP or DTP). Adult Td is required for children 7 years of age and older who do not meet the minimum requirements for tetanus and diphtheria. Effective July 1, 2019, a booster dose of the Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering the 7th grade. |\n| Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) | Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of MenACWY vaccine. The first dose should be administered prior to entering 7th grade. The final dose should be administered prior to entering 12th grade. **[See supplemental guidance document for additional information.](https:\/\/www.vdh.virginia.gov\/content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2016\/04\/SupplementalGuidance.pdf)** |\n| Human Papillomavirus (HPV) | Effective July 1, 2021, a complete series of 2 doses of HPV vaccine is required. The **first dose** shall be administered before the child enters the 7th grade. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent's or guardian's sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine. |\n| Hepatitis B | A complete series of 3 properly spaced doses of hepatitis B vaccine are required for all children. However, the FDA has approved a 2-dose schedule **ONLY** for adolescents 11-15 years of age AND **ONLY when the Merck Brand (RECOMBIVAX HB) Adult Formulation Hepatitis B Vaccine** is used. If the 2-dose schedule is used for adolescents 11-15 years of age it must be clearly documented on the school form. |\n| Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) | A minimum of 2 measles, 2 mumps, and 1 rubella. (Most children receive 2 doses of each because the vaccine usually administered is the combination vaccine MMR). The first dose must be administered at age 12 months or older. The second dose of vaccine must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2. |\n| Haemophilus Influenzae Type b (Hib) | This vaccine is required ONLY for children up to 60 months of age. A primary series consists of either 2 or 3 doses (depending on the manufacturer). However, the child’s current age and not the number of prior doses received govern the number of doses required. Unvaccinated children between the ages of 15 and 60 months are only required to have one dose of vaccine. |\n| Pneumococcal (PCV) | This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 60 months of age. One to four doses, dependent on age at first dose, of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, are required. |\n| Rotavirus | This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 8 months of age. Effective July 1, 2021, 2 or 3 doses of Rotavirus Vaccine (dependent upon the manufacturer) is required. |\n| Polio (IPV) | A minimum of 4 doses of polio vaccine. One dose must be administered on or after the fourth birthday. **See supplemental guidance document for additional information.** |\n| Varicella (Chickenpox) | All children born on and after January 1, 1997, shall be required to have one dose of chickenpox vaccine administered at age 12 months or older. Effective March 3, 2010, a second dose must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2. |\n| Hepatitis A (HAV) | Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of Hepatitis A vaccine. The first dose should be administered at age 12 months or older. |\n\n*For further information, please call the Division of Immunization at 1-800-568-1929 (in-state only) or 804-864-8055.*\n\n**Last Updated:** March 4, 2026","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	Skip to content Vaccine Minimum Requirement Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, or Tdap) A minimum of 4 properly spaced doses. A child must have at least one dose of DTaP or DTP vaccine on or after the fourth birthday. DT (Diphtheria, Tetanus) vaccine is required for children who are medically exempt from the pertussis-containing vaccine (DTaP or DTP). Adult Td is required for children 7 years of age and older who do not meet the minimum requirements for tetanus and diphtheria. Effective July 1, 2019, a booster dose of the Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering the 7th grade. Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of MenACWY vaccine. The first dose should be administered prior to entering 7th grade. The final dose should be administered prior to entering 12th grade. See supplemental guidance document for additional information. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Effective July 1, 2021, a complete series of 2 doses of HPV vaccine is required. The first dose shall be administered before the child enters the 7th grade. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent's or guardian's sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine. Hepatitis B A complete series of 3 properly spaced doses of hepatitis B vaccine are required for all children. However, the FDA has approved a 2-dose schedule ONLY for adolescents 11-15 years of age AND ONLY when the Merck Brand (RECOMBIVAX HB) Adult Formulation Hepatitis B Vaccine is used. If the 2-dose schedule is used for adolescents 11-15 years of age it must be clearly documented on the school form. Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) A minimum of 2 measles, 2 mumps, and 1 rubella. (Most children receive 2 doses of each because the vaccine usually administered is the combination vaccine MMR). The first dose must be administered at age 12 months or older. The second dose of vaccine must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2. Haemophilus Influenzae Type b (Hib) This vaccine is required ONLY for children up to 60 months of age. A primary series consists of either 2 or 3 doses (depending on the manufacturer). However, the child’s current age and not the number of prior doses received govern the number of doses required. Unvaccinated children between the ages of 15 and 60 months are only required to have one dose of vaccine. Pneumococcal (PCV) This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 60 months of age. One to four doses, dependent on age at first dose, of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, are required. Rotavirus This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 8 months of age. Effective July 1, 2021, 2 or 3 doses of Rotavirus Vaccine (dependent upon the manufacturer) is required. Polio (IPV) A minimum of 4 doses of polio vaccine. One dose must be administered on or after the fourth birthday. See supplemental guidance document for additional information. Varicella (Chickenpox) All children born on and after January 1, 1997, shall be required to have one dose of chickenpox vaccine administered at age 12 months or older. Effective March 3, 2010, a second dose must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2. Hepatitis A (HAV) Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of Hepatitis A vaccine. The first dose should be administered at age 12 months or older. For further information, please call the Division of Immunization at 1-800-568-1929 (in-state only) or 804-864-8055. Last Updated: March 4, 2026
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Vaccines must be administered in accordance with and administered within the spacing and age requirements of the schedule of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). - AAP: <https://downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/AAP-Immunization-Schedule.pdf> - AAFP: [https://www.aafp.org/dam/AAFP/documents/patient\_care/immunizations/2025%20Adolescent%20Schedule.pdf](https://www.aafp.org/dam/AAFP/documents/patient_care/immunizations/2025%20Adolescent%20Schedule.pdf) Children vaccinated in accordance with either the current AAP or AAFP schedule or the AAP or AAFP catch-up schedules (including meeting all minimum age and interval requirements) are considered to be appropriately immunized for school attendance (see “Supplemental Guidance for School-Required Immunizations” for additional information). - Please talk to a healthcare provider to ensure your child is up to date on their routine immunizations. ### Resources - [School Immunization Requirements](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2021/03/School_Min_Requirements.pdf) - [Supplemental Guidance for School-Required Immunizations](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2016/04/SupplementalGuidance.pdf) - [Acceptable Evidence of Varicella (Chickenpox) Immunity](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2016/04/VaricellaDocumentation.pdf) - [Chickenpox Information for School Nurses](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Chickenpox_school-nurses-flyer_508.pdf) ([Spanish Version](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Chickenpox_school-nurses-flyer_es.pdf)) - [Tdap School Immunization Requirement](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/requirements/englishtdap_faq/) ([Spanish Version](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2019/05/SpanishTDAP_FAQ.pdf)) - [AAP Immunization Schedule](https://downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/AAP-Immunization-Schedule.pdf) ([Spanish Version](https://downloads.aap.org/HC/ES/Vaccine-Childhood-Schedule-print-es.pdf)) - [AAFP Immunization Schedule](https://www.aafp.org/dam/AAFP/documents/patient_care/immunizations/2025%20Adolescent%20Schedule.pdf) - [Rising Kindergartener Letter](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/Rising-KG-Parent-Letter.pdf) ([Spanish Version](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/Rising-KG-Letter_Spanish.pdf)) - [Rising 7th Grader Letter](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/Rising-7th-Grader-Parent-Letter.pdf) ([Spanish Version](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/Rising-7th-grade-letter_Spanish.pdf)) - [Rising 12th Graders Letter](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/Rising-12th-Grader-Parent-Letter.pdf) ([Spanish Version](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/Rising-12th-Grade-Parent-Letter_Spanish.pdf)) - [Back-to-School Communications Toolkit](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/news/toolkits/back-to-school/) - [5 Facts about Measles Infographic](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/5-Facts-about-Measles_FINAL.pdf) ([Spanish Version](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/5-Facts-about-Measles-Infographic_Spanish.pdf)) ### Important Forms - [School Entrance Health Forms](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/school-age-health-and-forms/school-health-forms-and-action-plans/) - [Religious Exemption Form](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2016/04/cre_1.pdf) - [Spanish](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2023/08/Religious-Exemption-Form-ES.pdf) - [Arabic](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/09/CRE_Arabic-1.pdf) - [Chinese](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/09/CRE_Chinese_zh_CN-1.pdf) - [Korean](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/09/CRE_Korean-1.pdf) - [Urdu](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/09/CRE_Urdu-1.pdf) - [Vietnamese](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2024/09/CRE_Vietnamese-1.pdf) ### Virginia Code - [§ 22.1-271.2 - Immunization Requirement](http://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/22.1-271.2/) - [§ 32.1-46 - Immunization of Children Against Certain Diseases](http://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/32.1-46/) - [12VAC5- 110 - Regulations for the Immunization of School Children](http://law.lis.virginia.gov/admincode/title12/agency5/chapter110/) - [§ 23.1-800 - Immunization Requirements for College Students](http://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/23.1-800/) \| Vaccine \| Minimum Requirement \| \|---\|---\| \| Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, or Tdap) \| A minimum of 4 properly spaced doses. A child must have at least one dose of DTaP or DTP vaccine on or after the fourth birthday. DT (Diphtheria, Tetanus) vaccine is required for children who are medically exempt from the pertussis-containing vaccine (DTaP or DTP). Adult Td is required for children 7 years of age and older who do not meet the minimum requirements for tetanus and diphtheria. Effective July 1, 2019, a booster dose of the Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering the 7th grade. \| \| Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) \| Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of MenACWY vaccine. The first dose should be administered prior to entering 7th grade. The final dose should be administered prior to entering 12th grade. [See supplemental guidance document for additional information.](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2016/04/SupplementalGuidance.pdf) \| \| Human Papillomavirus (HPV) \| Effective July 1, 2021, a complete series of 2 doses of HPV vaccine is required. The first dose shall be administered before the child enters the 7th grade. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent's or guardian's sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine. \| \| Hepatitis B \| A complete series of 3 properly spaced doses of hepatitis B vaccine are required for all children. However, the FDA has approved a 2-dose schedule ONLY for adolescents 11-15 years of age AND ONLY when the Merck Brand (RECOMBIVAX HB) Adult Formulation Hepatitis B Vaccine is used. If the 2-dose schedule is used for adolescents 11-15 years of age it must be clearly documented on the school form. \| \| Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) \| A minimum of 2 measles, 2 mumps, and 1 rubella. (Most children receive 2 doses of each because the vaccine usually administered is the combination vaccine MMR). The first dose must be administered at age 12 months or older. The second dose of vaccine must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2. \| \| Haemophilus Influenzae Type b (Hib) \| This vaccine is required ONLY for children up to 60 months of age. A primary series consists of either 2 or 3 doses (depending on the manufacturer). However, the child’s current age and not the number of prior doses received govern the number of doses required. Unvaccinated children between the ages of 15 and 60 months are only required to have one dose of vaccine. \| \| Pneumococcal (PCV) \| This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 60 months of age. One to four doses, dependent on age at first dose, of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, are required. \| \| Rotavirus \| This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 8 months of age. Effective July 1, 2021, 2 or 3 doses of Rotavirus Vaccine (dependent upon the manufacturer) is required. \| \| Polio (IPV) \| A minimum of 4 doses of polio vaccine. One dose must be administered on or after the fourth birthday. See supplemental guidance document for additional information. \| \| Varicella (Chickenpox) \| All children born on and after January 1, 1997, shall be required to have one dose of chickenpox vaccine administered at age 12 months or older. Effective March 3, 2010, a second dose must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2. \| \| Hepatitis A (HAV) \| Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of Hepatitis A vaccine. The first dose should be administered at age 12 months or older. \| For further information, please call the Division of Immunization at 1-800-568-1929 (in-state only) or 804-864-8055. 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Readable Markdown	[Skip to content](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/immunization/requirements/#content) \| Vaccine \| Minimum Requirement \| \|---\|---\| \| Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, or Tdap) \| A minimum of 4 properly spaced doses. A child must have at least one dose of DTaP or DTP vaccine on or after the fourth birthday. DT (Diphtheria, Tetanus) vaccine is required for children who are medically exempt from the pertussis-containing vaccine (DTaP or DTP). Adult Td is required for children 7 years of age and older who do not meet the minimum requirements for tetanus and diphtheria. Effective July 1, 2019, a booster dose of the Tdap vaccine is required for all children entering the 7th grade. \| \| Meningococcal Conjugate (MenACWY) \| Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of MenACWY vaccine. The first dose should be administered prior to entering 7th grade. The final dose should be administered prior to entering 12th grade. [See supplemental guidance document for additional information.](https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/content/uploads/sites/11/2016/04/SupplementalGuidance.pdf) \| \| Human Papillomavirus (HPV) \| Effective July 1, 2021, a complete series of 2 doses of HPV vaccine is required. The first dose shall be administered before the child enters the 7th grade. After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent's or guardian's sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine. \| \| Hepatitis B \| A complete series of 3 properly spaced doses of hepatitis B vaccine are required for all children. However, the FDA has approved a 2-dose schedule ONLY for adolescents 11-15 years of age AND ONLY when the Merck Brand (RECOMBIVAX HB) Adult Formulation Hepatitis B Vaccine is used. If the 2-dose schedule is used for adolescents 11-15 years of age it must be clearly documented on the school form. \| \| Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) \| A minimum of 2 measles, 2 mumps, and 1 rubella. (Most children receive 2 doses of each because the vaccine usually administered is the combination vaccine MMR). The first dose must be administered at age 12 months or older. The second dose of vaccine must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2. \| \| Haemophilus Influenzae Type b (Hib) \| This vaccine is required ONLY for children up to 60 months of age. A primary series consists of either 2 or 3 doses (depending on the manufacturer). However, the child’s current age and not the number of prior doses received govern the number of doses required. Unvaccinated children between the ages of 15 and 60 months are only required to have one dose of vaccine. \| \| Pneumococcal (PCV) \| This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 60 months of age. One to four doses, dependent on age at first dose, of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, are required. \| \| Rotavirus \| This vaccine is required ONLY for children less than 8 months of age. Effective July 1, 2021, 2 or 3 doses of Rotavirus Vaccine (dependent upon the manufacturer) is required. \| \| Polio (IPV) \| A minimum of 4 doses of polio vaccine. One dose must be administered on or after the fourth birthday. See supplemental guidance document for additional information. \| \| Varicella (Chickenpox) \| All children born on and after January 1, 1997, shall be required to have one dose of chickenpox vaccine administered at age 12 months or older. Effective March 3, 2010, a second dose must be administered prior to entering kindergarten but can be administered at any time after the minimum interval between dose 1 and dose 2. \| \| Hepatitis A (HAV) \| Effective July 1, 2021, a minimum of 2 doses of Hepatitis A vaccine. The first dose should be administered at age 12 months or older. \| For further information, please call the Division of Immunization at 1-800-568-1929 (in-state only) or 804-864-8055. Last Updated: March 4, 2026
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