Texas Immunization Records — How to Access, Request & Print Your Shot Records in 2026
Everything you need to get your immunization records from ImmTrac2, request official shot records for school enrollment, understand the 2025–2026 vaccine requirements, and register yourself or your child in the Texas Immunization Registry. Every link verified. Every form identified. Every phone number tested.
Updated April 2026 · ImmTrac2 Registry · DSHS Immunization Unit · All 254 Texas Counties
| Texas Immunization Records — At a Glance | |
|---|---|
| Official Registry Name | ImmTrac2 — Texas Immunization Registry |
| Operated By | Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Immunization Section |
| Registry Portal | immtrac.dshs.texas.gov |
| DSHS Immunization Page | dshs.texas.gov/immunizations |
| Record Request Email | ImmTrac2@dshs.texas.gov |
| DSHS Immunization Phone | 800-348-9158 |
| General DSHS Info Line | 888-963-7111 |
| Mailing Address | DSHS Immunization Section – ImmTrac2, MC 1946, PO Box 149347, Austin TX 78714-9347 |
| Fax | (512) 776-7790 or toll-free (866) 624-0180 |
| Who Is Covered | Birth through death (lifetime registry since 2011) — children registered by parent consent, adults self-consent |
| Cost | Free — no charge for registry participation or record requests |
| School Requirements Chart | dshs.texas.gov/immunizations/school/requirements |
What Is ImmTrac2 and Why Your Records May Already Be There
ImmTrac2 is the official Texas Immunization Registry, operated by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Think of it as a single, secure vault where every vaccine you or your child has ever received from a registered Texas healthcare provider gets stored electronically. Doctors’ offices, pharmacies, hospitals, local health departments, and school clinics all feed data into this system. If you got a shot in Texas from a participating provider, the record is very likely already in ImmTrac2 — you just might not know it.
The registry has been running since the late 1990s, originally as a children-only database. In 2011, after Senate Bill 346 passed, it expanded into a lifetime registry covering Texans from birth through death. Then in 2017, DSHS replaced the original system with ImmTrac2, which brought better duplicate-record detection, improved forecasting (telling you which vaccines are due next), and modern reporting tools.
Here is the critical thing most parents miss: for children, participation requires explicit parent/guardian consent. If you never signed the ImmTrac Consent Form (C-7) at your pediatrician’s office, at birth registration, or at a health department visit, your child’s records may not be in the system — even if the shots were given. Without consent, providers cannot enter the data. For adults 18 and older, you can consent yourself at any time, and that consent is valid for life.
How to Request Your Texas Immunization Records — 4 Methods
There are four ways to get a copy of your or your child’s immunization history from ImmTrac2. The fastest method depends on whether you are a registered healthcare provider, a parent, or an adult requesting your own records.
Method 1 — Email Request to DSHS (Most Common for Parents and Adults)
1 Download the “Authorization to Release ImmTrac2 History” form from the DSHS website at dshs.texas.gov/immunization-unit/immtrac2-texas-immunization-registry. This is the official release form — do not use third-party forms.
2 Complete the form fully. Include the person’s full legal name (as it appears on their medical records), date of birth, Social Security Number (optional but speeds up the search significantly), and the requestor’s contact information. For a child’s records, the parent or legal guardian must sign.
3 Submit the completed form to DSHS by email, mail, or fax:
- Email: ImmTrac2@dshs.texas.gov — fastest option, typically 3–5 business days for a response
- Mail: Texas DSHS, Immunization Section – ImmTrac2, MC 1946, PO Box 149347, Austin TX 78714-9347
- Fax: (512) 776-7790 or toll-free (866) 624-0180
4 DSHS sends back the official immunization history. This is an official printout from ImmTrac2 that schools, colleges, employers, and healthcare providers accept as proof of vaccination.
Method 2 — Through Your Healthcare Provider or Local Health Department
Any healthcare provider registered with ImmTrac2 can pull up your records instantly from their office. Call your pediatrician, family doctor, or pharmacy and ask them to print your ImmTrac2 immunization history. This is often the fastest way — some offices do it while you wait. Your local county health department can also access and print records for residents in their jurisdiction.
Method 3 — Through Your Child’s School
Texas schools maintain immunization records for all enrolled students. Contact the school nurse or registrar and ask for a copy. This record may not be as complete as ImmTrac2 (schools only have what was submitted at enrollment), but it is a useful starting point if you need records quickly.
Method 4 — Direct ImmTrac2 Online Access (Providers and Organizations Only)
The ImmTrac2 web portal at immtrac.dshs.texas.gov is available to registered healthcare organizations, pharmacies, health departments, and health insurers. Individual parents and adults cannot log in directly — access requires organizational registration. If you are a healthcare provider who needs to register, visit the ImmTrac2 registration page.
How to Register Your Child (or Yourself) in ImmTrac2
If your child is not already in ImmTrac2, or if you are an adult who wants your vaccination history stored in the state registry, here is how to enroll.
For Children Under 18 — Parent/Guardian Must Consent
1 Download and complete the ImmTrac Consent Form (C-7) from the DSHS ImmTrac2 page. This is a one-time form — once signed, consent is valid until the child turns 18.
2 Submit the signed consent form along with immunization records to any of these:
- Your child’s pediatrician or healthcare provider (they enter data directly into ImmTrac2)
- Your local health department immunization clinic
- Mail to DSHS: Immunization Section – ImmTrac2, MC 1947, PO Box 149347, Austin TX 78714-9347
- Fax to DSHS: (512) 776-7790 or toll-free (866) 624-0180
3 For newborns: Many Texas hospitals offer ImmTrac registration as part of the birth certificate process. If your hospital offered the ImmTrac Registration Form during birth registration and you signed it, your newborn is already enrolled.
For Adults 18 and Older — Self-Consent
1 Download the ImmTrac2 Adult Consent Form (F11-13366) from the DSHS website. Sign it. This consent is valid for your entire lifetime once submitted.
2 Submit it to your healthcare provider or directly to DSHS by mail, fax, or through your provider. Once processed, all your future vaccinations (and any historical records your provider has) are entered into ImmTrac2.
2025–2026 Texas School Immunization Requirements — What Your Child Needs
Texas state law requires all children attending public or private schools to be vaccinated against certain diseases before they can enroll, attend, or transfer. The specific vaccines vary by grade level. These requirements are set by the Texas Legislature, implemented through the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Title 25, §§97.61–97.72, and enforced jointly by DSHS and the Texas Education Agency.
All immunizations must be completed by the first day of attendance. Without proper documentation of required vaccinations or a valid exemption, students are excluded from school — no provisional enrollment without at least one dose of each required vaccine.
Kindergarten Entry Requirements (2025–2026)
Vaccine | Required Doses | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|
DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis) | 5 doses | Final dose must be on or after 4th birthday |
Polio (IPV) | 4 doses | Final dose on or after 4th birthday. Not required for students 18+ |
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) | 2 doses | Both doses on or after 1st birthday |
Hepatitis B | 3 doses | Series typically started at birth |
Hepatitis A | 2 doses | Both doses on or after 1st birthday |
Varicella (Chickenpox) | 2 doses | On or after 1st birthday. Written history of disease accepted in lieu of vaccine |
7th Grade Entry — Additional Requirements
Vaccine | Required | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Tdap Booster | 1 dose | Required if at least 5 years since last tetanus-containing vaccine |
Meningococcal (MCV4/MenACWY) | 1 dose | Menveo or Menactra accepted. Must show MCV4 or MenACWY on record |
College Entry — Meningococcal Vaccine
Texas law requires students entering college to show proof of meningococcal vaccination received within the last 5 years. The record must specify MCV4, MenACWY, Menveo, or Menactra. Acceptable proof includes an immunization record from a physician, a state/local health authority, or a previous school.
Texas Vaccine Exemptions — Medical, Military, and Conscientious Objection
Texas law allows three types of exemptions from school immunization requirements. Each requires specific documentation. You cannot submit exemption requests electronically or deliver them same-day — all conscientious exemption affidavits are mailed by DSHS via USPS.
🏥 Medical Exemption
A licensed physician writes a statement that a medical reason exists why the child cannot receive a specific vaccine. Must clearly state which vaccine and why. Valid only for the specific vaccine named.
🎖 Military Exemption
Applies to dependents of active duty military who are in the process of complying with requirements. Must provide evidence of active duty status and a plan for completing immunizations.
📝 Conscientious Exemption (Including Religious)
Parents request the official exemption affidavit form from DSHS. The form is mailed to you — it cannot be downloaded. Must be signed, notarized, and submitted to the school. Valid for 2 years from date of notarization.
Where to Get Vaccinated in Texas — Free and Low-Cost Options
If your child needs vaccinations to meet school requirements, or if you are an adult who needs specific immunizations, Texas has several programs that provide vaccines at no cost or reduced cost.
💉 Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC)
Federal program providing free vaccines to children 18 and under who are uninsured, Medicaid-eligible, underinsured, or American Indian/Alaska Native. Available through enrolled providers and local health departments.
Phone: 888-777-5320 · Find a TVFC provider
💉 Adult Safety Net Program
Provides low-cost vaccines to uninsured adults 19 and older through participating providers and local health departments across Texas.
🏥 Local Health Departments
Every Texas county has a local health department that provides immunizations. Most offer walk-in clinics on specific days. Fees range from free to $13 per shot on a sliding scale based on income.
How to Withdraw from ImmTrac2 (Opt Out)
Participation in ImmTrac2 is voluntary. If you want your records or your child’s records removed from the registry, you have the legal right to withdraw at any time.
1 Download the ImmTrac2 Withdrawal Form from the DSHS website or call 800-348-9158 to request a copy by mail.
2 Complete and sign the form. For a child’s records, the parent or legal guardian must sign. For adult records, the individual signs.
3 Submit to DSHS by mail to the Immunization Section address or by fax. Once processed, the records are removed from the registry. Note: withdrawal does not affect records held by individual healthcare providers — only the centralized ImmTrac2 registry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ImmTrac2?
ImmTrac2 is the official Texas Immunization Registry operated by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). It securely stores immunization records for Texans of all ages. Healthcare providers, pharmacies, and health departments enter vaccine data into the system. You can request your records from DSHS for free by emailing a release form to ImmTrac2@dshs.texas.gov.
How do I get a copy of my child’s immunization records?
Download the “Authorization to Release ImmTrac2 History” form from the DSHS website. Complete and sign it (parent/guardian signature required for minors). Submit by email to ImmTrac2@dshs.texas.gov, by mail, or by fax. DSHS typically responds within 3–5 business days. Alternatively, your child’s doctor or local health department can pull and print records instantly from ImmTrac2.
Is ImmTrac2 free?
Yes. Registration, participation, and record requests are all completely free. There is no charge at any point. If anyone asks you to pay for access to the Texas immunization registry, that is not an official source.
What happens to my child’s records when they turn 18?
Records stay in ImmTrac2 until the person turns 26. To keep records in the registry permanently, the person must sign an ImmTrac2 Adult Consent Form (F11-13366) before their 26th birthday. If the form is not submitted by age 26, the records are permanently deleted. This is a hard deadline with no recovery option.
What vaccines does my child need for school in Texas?
Requirements vary by grade level. For kindergarten: DTaP (5 doses), Polio (4 doses), MMR (2 doses), Hepatitis B (3 doses), Hepatitis A (2 doses), and Varicella (2 doses). For 7th grade: Tdap booster and Meningococcal (MCV4). For college: Meningococcal vaccine within the last 5 years. The full chart is at dshs.texas.gov/immunizations/school/requirements.
Can I get an exemption from school vaccine requirements in Texas?
Yes. Texas allows three types: medical (physician statement), military (active duty dependents), and conscientious objection (including religious). Conscientious exemption affidavits must be requested from DSHS — they are mailed via USPS, cannot be downloaded online, and cannot be delivered same-day. The affidavit is valid for 2 years from the notarization date.
I lost all my immunization records. What do I do?
Start by submitting a release form to ImmTrac2 — your records may already be in the registry. If not, contact every healthcare provider, pharmacy, and health department where you received shots. They maintain their own records. If records are completely unrecoverable, your doctor can order blood tests (titer tests) to check your immunity levels, which determines which vaccines you actually need to repeat.
How do I contact DSHS about immunization records?
Email: ImmTrac2@dshs.texas.gov · Phone: 800-348-9158 (Immunization Branch) or 888-963-7111 (general DSHS) · Mail: DSHS Immunization Section – ImmTrac2, MC 1946, PO Box 149347, Austin TX 78714-9347 · Fax: (512) 776-7790 or toll-free (866) 624-0180.
📍 DSHS Headquarters — Austin, Texas
Official Resources and Contact Numbers
📋 DSHS Immunization Section
Main DSHS page for all immunization information, forms, and programs.
dshs.texas.gov/immunizations →🎒 School Vaccine Requirements
K–12 and Pre-K requirement charts, exemption info, and enrollment rules.
dshs.texas.gov/immunizations/school →📞 DSHS Immunization Branch
Call for record requests, registry questions, or TVFC provider locations.
800-348-9158