Republikas laukuma klīnika
Flu Vaccination in Riga
Flu is not just a cold. It is an acute, contagious respiratory infection that can cause pneumonia, worsen chronic conditions and lead to other complications. Older people, pregnant women, young children and people with chronic illnesses are at higher risk of severe illness.
Republikas laukums 3–18, Riga · Tel. 28002363
You can get a flu shot at Republikas laukuma klīnika in central Riga – we vaccinate children and adults against seasonal flu for the 2026/2027 season. The available vaccines and stock may change during the season, so please book an appointment before your visit.
Flu vaccine 2026 – available vaccines and prices
- Vaccination with Influvac – €25
- Vaccination with Vaxigrip – €40
- Vaccination with Flucelvax – €40
- Vaccination with Efluelda 0.5 ml – €50
The price of paid vaccination includes the vaccine and its administration.
See prices for all vaccines on our vaccination page and in the price list.
Efluelda is a high-dose flu vaccine intended for people aged 60 and over. The most suitable vaccine for each patient is chosen based on age, health, medical indications and vaccine availability.
If the vaccine is state-funded and its administration at Republikas laukuma klīnika has been agreed in advance, the administration fee is €15.
Why get vaccinated against flu every year?
Flu viruses change over time, so the vaccine composition is regularly updated for each flu season. Protection from previous vaccination also gradually declines. That is why the 2026/2027 flu vaccine is not the same as last year’s.
That is why a flu shot is needed every season – even if you were vaccinated or had the flu the previous year.
Vaccination does not guarantee that you will never be infected, but it reduces the risk of severe illness and complications.
Who is flu vaccination especially recommended for?
Flu vaccination is especially recommended for:
- people aged 60 and over;
- children, especially those aged six months to two years;
- pregnant women;
- people with chronic heart and vascular diseases;
- people with chronic lung diseases, including asthma;
- patients with diabetes and other metabolic diseases;
- people with chronic kidney diseases;
- patients with immune system disorders;
- people receiving immunosuppressive therapy;
- healthcare and social care workers;
- people who are in regular daily contact with many other people;
- people with an infant, an older person or a high-risk patient in the family.
Healthy people who do not belong to any risk group can also be vaccinated to reduce their chance of getting ill and infecting others.
Flu vaccination for older adults
In older people, flu more often causes severe illness, pneumonia, worsening of chronic conditions and the need for hospital treatment.
People aged 60 and over can receive the high-dose Efluelda vaccine. It contains more flu virus antigen than standard-dose vaccines and is designed to produce a stronger immune response at an age when the body’s response to vaccination may be weaker.
A medical professional decides whether Efluelda or a standard-dose vaccine is more suitable for each patient.
Flu vaccination for children
Children can be vaccinated with an injectable flu vaccine from six months of age, using a vaccine appropriate for the child’s age.
A child aged six months to eight years who is being vaccinated against flu for the first time may need two doses at least four weeks apart. In later flu seasons, one dose is usually enough.
The number of doses needed is determined by a medical professional, taking into account the child’s age and any flu vaccines received previously.
If you have questions about your child’s health, suitability for vaccination or previous vaccines, you can book a paediatrician consultation.
Flu vaccination during pregnancy
Pregnant women are at higher risk of severe flu and complications. A non-live (inactivated) flu vaccine is used during pregnancy.
Vaccination is possible in any trimester of pregnancy. It helps protect both the mother and the baby in the first months of life, when infants cannot yet be vaccinated against flu.
Before vaccination, tell the medical professional about the course of your pregnancy, any health problems, known allergies and medications you take.
When is the best time to get a flu shot?
The best time to get a flu shot is before flu starts spreading actively – usually in autumn. It takes about 10–14 days for protection to develop after vaccination.
If you did not get vaccinated in autumn, you can still do so later during the flu season, as long as you are not acutely ill and the vaccine is available.
Having had a cold or a previous episode of flu does not provide reliable protection against all the flu viruses circulating in a given season.
State-funded flu vaccination
In certain seasons, state-funded flu vaccination is provided for specific population groups. Under the conditions of the 2025/2026 season, these groups included:
- children aged six to 23 months;
- children up to 17 years of age with certain chronic diseases or other health risks;
- pregnant women;
- people aged 60 and over;
- patients with certain chronic diseases or immune system disorders;
- healthcare professionals and healthcare support staff in close contact with patients;
- residents of long-term social care centres and certain staff.
The groups eligible for state-funded vaccination, the types of vaccine and how to receive them may change each flu season.
To find out whether you are eligible for a state-funded vaccine, first ask at your family doctor’s practice. Administration of a state-funded vaccine at Republikas laukuma klīnika must be agreed in advance.
If administration of a state-funded vaccine at our clinic has been agreed, the administration fee is €15.
When might vaccination need to be postponed?
Vaccination is usually postponed if a person has an acute illness with a fever or pronounced general symptoms.
A mild runny nose or a light cold without a fever is not always a reason to postpone vaccination. A medical professional makes the decision after assessing your health.
Before vaccination, be sure to tell the medical professional if:
- you have had a severe allergic reaction after a vaccination;
- you have a known allergy to any vaccine component;
- you have an acute illness or a fever;
- you take medications that affect the immune system;
- you have a blood clotting disorder or take anticoagulants;
- you had an unusual or severe reaction after a previous flu vaccine;
- you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Possible reactions after a flu vaccine
Short-term reactions are possible after vaccination:
- pain, tenderness, redness or swelling at the injection site;
- tiredness;
- headache;
- muscle pain;
- chills;
- a slight rise in body temperature.
These reactions are usually mild and pass within a few days. If you develop pronounced, unusual or long-lasting symptoms after vaccination, contact a doctor.
An inactivated flu vaccine cannot cause flu.
How to prepare for vaccination
No special preparation is needed. Before your visit, it is a good idea to eat, drink enough fluids and wear clothing that lets you easily uncover your upper arm.
Please bring with you:
- an identity document;
- your child’s vaccination record;
- adult vaccination records, if you have them;
- information about medications you take regularly;
- information about known allergies and previous reactions to vaccines.
If vaccination needs to be assessed in relation to a chronic illness or medications you take, you can book a family doctor consultation.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a flu shot cost?
A flu shot with Influvac costs €25, with Vaxigrip or Flucelvax €40, and with Efluelda €50. The price of the paid service includes the vaccine and its administration.
What is the difference between Influvac, Vaxigrip, Flucelvax and Efluelda?
Influvac, Vaxigrip and Flucelvax are standard-dose seasonal flu vaccines. Flucelvax is produced in cell culture rather than in chicken eggs. Efluelda is a high-dose vaccine for people aged 60 and over. The choice of vaccine depends on the patient’s age, health and vaccine availability.
Do I need a flu vaccine every year?
Yes. Flu viruses change, the vaccine composition is updated for each season, and protection from previous vaccination declines over time.
Can I get flu from the flu vaccine?
An inactivated flu vaccine cannot cause flu. Some people may have short-term reactions after vaccination, such as pain at the injection site, tiredness or a slight fever.
Can I get vaccinated if I have a runny nose?
A mild runny nose without a fever does not always prevent vaccination. If you have a fever or pronounced symptoms of illness, vaccination may need to be postponed. A medical professional assesses your health before vaccination.
Can the flu vaccine be given together with other vaccines?
Some vaccines can be given during the same visit at different injection sites. A medical professional assesses whether this is needed and suitable in your situation.
How soon after vaccination does protection develop?
Immune protection usually takes about 10–14 days to develop.
Is it worth getting vaccinated if a flu epidemic has already started?
Yes, vaccination can still be useful while flu is spreading, as long as you are not acutely ill and the vaccine is available.
Book a flu vaccination
You can get a flu shot by appointment, depending on the vaccines available during the season.
Republikas laukuma klīnika
Republikas laukums 3–18, Riga
“Centra nams”, 1st floor
Entrance from the Ministry of Agriculture side
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