New Jersey Childcare Licensing
New Jersey Childcare Immunization Requirements (2026)
Children enrolled in a licensed New Jersey childcare center must show proof of age-appropriate immunization. New Jersey requires documentation for 9 vaccine series, with limited medical and legally permitted exemptions.
Licensing Agency
New Jersey Division of Family Development, Office of Licensing →Last updated: April 2026
Researched by the TotReady Research TeamNew Jersey Immunization Requirements: The Specifics
New Jersey childcare licensing requires age-appropriate DTaP immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New Jersey childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Polio immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New Jersey childcare licensing requires age-appropriate MMR immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New Jersey childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Varicella immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New Jersey childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hib immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New Jersey childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hepatitis B immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New Jersey childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hepatitis A immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New Jersey childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Pneumococcal immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New Jersey childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Influenza immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New Jersey Immunization Requirements Checklist
- DTaP
- Polio
- MMR
- Varicella
- Hib
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis A
- Pneumococcal
- Influenza
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New Jersey Immunization Requirements: Frequently Asked Questions
Which vaccines does New Jersey require for childcare enrollment?
New Jersey requires age-appropriate immunization records for: DTaP, Polio, MMR, Varicella, Hib, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, Pneumococcal, Influenza.
Are immunization exemptions allowed in New Jersey?
New Jersey permits documented medical exemptions and, where state law allows, certain non-medical exemptions. Confirm the current exemption rules with the New Jersey Division of Family Development, Office of Licensing.
When must immunization records be on file in New Jersey?
New Jersey requires up-to-date immunization documentation at enrollment, with records kept current in each child's file thereafter.
New Jersey childcare licensing rules are amended regularly. This page is compiled from published New Jersey administrative codes and statutes for informational purposes only — always verify current requirements with the New Jersey Division of Family Development, Office of Licensing before relying on them. TotReady provides information and document templates, not legal or regulatory advice.