New MN Dept. Of Health App Can Show COVID Vaccination Proof

ACROSS MINNESOTA — The Minnesota Department of Health Wednesday announced that residents can now access their immunization records using a smartphone app called Docket.

Docket allows residents with a Minnesota Immunization Information Connection (MIIC) record to securely view and share their immunization records, including proof that they received the COVID-19 vaccine.

"We recognize the importance of having a secure and convenient way to find, view, and share your and your family’s immunization records, such as needing records for school or child care,” said state Infectious Disease Division Director Kris Ehresmann in a news release.

"The Docket app gives Minnesotans a digital option to access their immunization history in MIIC, check what vaccines you or your children may be due for, and see what vaccines you may need in the future. This is vital to making sure people are protected from preventable diseases."

The demand for immunization records has spiked in 2021. So far this year, the health department has received over 33,000 requests for immunization records through its website, including more than 19,000 requests since July 1.

MDH only received 12,000 requests in 2020 and 13,000 requests in 2019, officials noted.

"The volume of recent requests means it is taking weeks, not days, for people to get their vaccination record back, but Docket gives an option for people to more directly and quickly access their immunization information," added Ehresmann.

Download the Docket App here.

You can also request your MIIC record on the MDH website.