The Ministry of Health says a vaccine against swine flu will be contained in next year's seasonal flu jab.
The ministry says immunisation against swine flu, which has swept the world, will be available from the autumn.
Mass vaccinations against swine flu are under way in Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom and elsewhere.
The ministry says immunisation in New Zealand will be part of the seasonal flu programme.
People aged over 65 and others with chronic conditions get free flu vaccinations, and the Government is considering whether to extend that to protect others at risk of swine flu, such as young people and pregnant women.
A separate vaccine will be available early next year for healthcare and emergency workers.
