Vaccination Record
A vaccination record is an official document, which is valid internationally, and accompanies a person from birth and throughout their life. This record records the vaccinations administered to its holder, including details of each vaccination: vaccine type, date, location administered, and the immunizing authority.
The purpose of the vaccination record
The vaccination record helps maintain better continuity of care. When vaccination information is documented and accessible, the medical team can know precisely which vaccinations were administered and whether further vaccines are required. The information documented in the record helps avoid duplicate vaccinations or, alternatively, missing an essential vaccine. Additionally, the information recorded in the record eliminates the need to rely on memory or self-reporting, which are not always accurate.
Types of vaccination records
Currently, there are three types of vaccination records:
A blue record
This is the record parents receive for every newborn upon discharge from the hospital. This record accompanies the child during all their visits to Tipat Halav (Family Care Center), later at school, and in fact, throughout their life.
A digital record
A service providing online access to information about vaccinations from the National Immunization Registry. The Registry contains information on vaccinations administered as of March 15, 2025. This record is available via the Government Personal Area and the HMO's website personal area.
An international yellow record
A record documenting vaccinations administered at travel clinics, according to recommendations for the destination, and serving as a compulsory document for entry into countries requiring proof of vaccination.
Important to know
Important to know
Even now, with the availability of a digital record, it is advisable to keep the blue and yellow records, as information in the Digital Registry for vaccinations provided prior to March 2025 may be incomplete or inaccurate.
Cases requiring a vaccination record
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Before receiving a vaccination
It is recommended to bring the vaccination record to every vaccination appointment, whether in Tipat Halav, school, the workplace, or any other setting. The record helps ensure that the correct vaccine is administered at the right time. However, even if the record is unavailable, you may receive the vaccination, as the information is maintained in the computerized system.
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When seeking medical care
When visiting an Emergency Room or a clinic, the information about the vaccinations helps the medical team decide whether a vaccination is necessary (such as a tetanus vaccination required due to an injury).
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International travel or academic studies
Some countries require proof of vaccination to obtain a visa or enroll in academic studies. A digital copy of the record, including an English version, can be printed from the Government Personal Area.
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Entry to various countries
Certain countries require a vaccination record as a condition for entry.
The National Immunization Registry
The Registry contains vaccination data from all the immunizing providers in Israel: the Ministry of Health, including Tipat Halav clinics, schools, HMOs, hospitals, the IDF, and private clinics. The information in the Registry is constantly updated, and within 72 hours following administration of the vaccine, according to legal requirements.
Important to know
Important to know
The National Immunization Registry contains information on vaccinations provided as of March 15, 2025; the date the law took effect. Information regarding vaccinations administered prior to this date may be incomplete or inaccurate.
Access the digital vaccination record
The digital record is available in the government personal area and in the personal area of the health maintenance organization (HMO) where you are insured. Access is free of charge. To log in, you must identify yourself through the national identification system. Parents can view vaccination information for their children up to age 18, and the record can also be printed in Hebrew and English.
Vaccination information in the database has been updated since March 15, 2025—the date the amendment to the Public Health Ordinance (No. 43) took effect, requiring the establishment of a national vaccination registry. All information is secured in accordance with the Privacy Protection Law, and access is restricted: to the individual, to authorized medical providers for treatment purposes, and to the Ministry of Health for proactive outreach to provide vaccinations and monitor vaccination coverage in the population.
Find your personal information in the digital vaccination record
Lost vaccination record
If the blue or yellow vaccination record booklet is lost, first check the digital record—your information may already be available there (digital information about vaccinations given before March 15, 2025 may be incomplete). You can also check your personal area on your HMO’s website or mobile app.
In any case, it is important to note that even if the blue record booklet is lost, your child can still receive a vaccine at school. The information is also stored in the computerized system.
Recovering a vaccination record
To recover a vaccination record, contact one of the following, depending on where the vaccines were given:
- The health bureau in the area where the vaccines were given.
- The family care center (Tipat Halav) where the child was vaccinated. In Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, family care centers are operated by the municipalities, so contact the municipal public health services: Jerusalem: 02-6298074; Tel Aviv: 03-7248466/7. Some health maintenance organizations (HMOs) also operate family care centers.
- Student health service providers.
The service requires a fee. The current price appears in the Ministry of Health price list.
More information about the vaccination record recovery service on gov.il
Important to know: Under the Archives Law, children’s medical records are kept until age 25. After that, it may no longer be possible to recover the information.
Additional information
For more information, contact the Ministry of Health hotline at *5400.