Dakota County Public Health offers various immunizations for adults and children. The vaccines are supplied by federal and state programs and are offered at no cost to persons who are eligible.
Due to 2023 legislative changes, we can only provide vaccines to adults who live in Dakota County. This restriction does not apply to children 18 and younger.
Dakota County Public Health does not currently have the RSV or shingles vaccines. For more information on the RSV vaccine, check out the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's RSV Vaccine Information Statement or talk to your health care provider.
For current information about vaccinations from Public Health, call the Immunization Information Line at 952-891-7999 (English and Spanish).
Walk-in and appointment clinic eligibility requirements
Dakota County offers COVID-19, flu and other recommended vaccines for the following children and adults:
- Adults and children who do not have health insurance.
- Adults and children who have health insurance that does not cover vaccinations.
- Children on Minnesota Medical Assistance (MA), MinnesotaCare, or a Prepaid Medical Assistance Program (PMAP).
- Children who are American Indian or Alaskan Native.
Not all adults can be vaccinated by Dakota County Public Health. Adults who have Medicare, Minnesota Medical Assistance (MA), MinnesotaCare or a Prepaid Medical Assistance Program (PMAP) are not eligible. Adults with those insurances should talk to their regular health care provider or local pharmacy for vaccinations.
Appointment vaccine clinics
Public Health offers immunization clinics on some Monday mornings and Wednesday afternoons by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call the Immunization Information Line at 952-891-7999 (English and Spanish).
Walk-in vaccine clinics
Dakota County Public Health offers immunizations for children and adults.
Due to increased demand, the number of residents served at the Nov. 30 and Dec. 14 walk-in clinics may be limited. Clients who do not get vaccinated at the walk-in clinics will receive help to schedule a vaccine appointment for a later date.
Nov. 30, 2023
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2023 Immunization Clinic Schedule (Spanish version)
Community vaccine clinics
Public Health offers community vaccine clinics across the county. We partner with schools, food shelves, mobile home parks and community centers to offer vaccines to adults and children. All adults and children are eligible, regardless of insurance coverage. Find out more about community vaccine clinics.
Forms needed
Minor Authorization Form (Spanish version)
The clinic schedule is subject to change. Please call
952-891-7999 for the most current information.
Vaccine records on your phone
Minnesotans can now easily access their vaccine records through their smartphones or other mobile devices by using an app called
Docket. Docket enables residents with a Minnesota Immunization Information Connection (MIIC) record to securely view and share their vaccine records.
Anyone who wants or needs access to their vaccine records and does not have a smartphone, or does not want to use the app, can still make a request from the state or their health care provider. For more information, visit Find My Immunization Record.
Docket is free and available for download in Apple and Android app stores.
COVID-19 procedures
- Facemasks are available for ages 2 years and older.
- Hand sanitizer is available.
- COVID-19 symptom screening will be done. Anyone feeling sick must reschedule.
- Social distancing is encouraged.
Additional free clinics and resources
To find more vaccination clinics serving uninsured and underinsured adults, visit the Minnesota Department of Health's website.
Hennepin County Public Health also offers free vaccinations for eligible children.
The Minnesota Department of Health created vaccine forms to help families learn what vaccines are recommended for kids. The forms also help you keep track of when your children received their shots.