IMFIN brief 9: Gavi financing for immunization

Which countries are eligible for funding from Gavi? What kinds of support does Gavi provide? What is the process of transitioning from Gavi support?

Key points

• Gavi is the world’s largest channel of external financing for immunization.
• Gavi supports a menu of 10 vaccines and contributes to global stockpiles of meningitis, oral cholera, and yellow fever vaccines. It also provides support for procurement of cold chain equipment, health systems strengthening grants, vaccine introduction grants, and operational support for campaigns.
• Gavi works to help countries achieve financial sustainability in their immunization programs. Countries that receive Gavi vaccine support are required to make contributions that increase over time.