Victorians who are exempt from the COVID-19 vaccination will soon require a certificate from the Australian Immunisation Register as part of a bid to stop clinic shoppers who don’t want to get the jab. 

Deputy Chief Health Officer Ben Cowie said some GPs had reportedly faced significant pressure from people who don’t want to get the vaccine for reasons beyond the limited exemptions. 

He said some people had been travelling from clinic to clinic seeking an exemption. 

From 6pm on Friday 29 October 2021, new directions will come into force, meaning the Australian Immunisation Register medical exemption form must be used to provide patients proof of medical exemption to any vaccination requirements in Victoria. 

From Friday 29 October 2021 at 6pm, it can be accessed through myGov in the same way as the vaccination certificates. 

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