New Mexico school immunization requirements are set under NMAC 7.4.2 (New Mexico Administrative Code — Immunization Rules), administered by the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH). Whether your child is starting kindergarten in Albuquerque, entering 7th grade in Las Cruces, or transferring to a Rio Rancho school, here is every required form, where to get records, and the grade-specific details — cited to New Mexico rules and NMDOH guidance.
Last verified: September 2, 2026
Under NMAC 7.4.2, any child enrolling in a New Mexico school must provide a completed immunization certificate issued by a licensed healthcare provider, a public health office, or verified through NMSIIS (New Mexico State Immunization Information System). No child may be admitted without the required documentation or an approved exemption.
Hepatitis A is required for New Mexico kindergarten entry. Families moving from states that do not require Hep A for school entry should verify the 2-dose series is complete before registering at Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) or any NM district.
Source: New Mexico Department of Health — Immunization Program; NMAC 7.4.2, accessed Sep 2, 2026
The New Mexico State Immunization Information System (NMSIIS), managed by NMDOH, tracks immunization records for children vaccinated in New Mexico. Your child's provider can access NMSIIS and print a current history for school enrollment.
To get your child's New Mexico immunization record:
Source: NMDOH — Immunization Program (NMSIIS), accessed Sep 2, 2026
Full immunization certificate required, including the Hep A 2-dose series, at time of enrollment. New Mexico allows a provisional enrollment period for families with incomplete documentation — contact your school or district office to confirm the timeframe and required next steps.
Tdap booster and first dose of MenACWY required. Schedule these in late spring to have the updated record ready for fall enrollment. Albuquerque Public Schools and Las Cruces Public Schools both require the updated 7th-grade certificate before the school year begins.
Out-of-state transfers must meet NM requirements — not the sending state's. Hep A is the most common gap for students from states that don't require it. NMSIIS verification or a provider-issued NM certificate is required.
Verify current enrollment procedures at each district's website. District-specific processes may change for the new school year.
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New Mexico allows two types of exemptions from school immunization requirements under NMAC 7.4.2.15:
For the official exemption process and current forms, contact the New Mexico Department of Health Immunization Program or your child's school.
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