What is PrEP

PrEP is a pill that is used to reduce your risk of getting HIV. When PrEP is taken correctly it reduces the risk of getting HIV by over 90%. It does not prevent other sexually transmitted infections.

Eligibility for PrEP

To be eligible for funded PrEP, you must:

  • test negative for HIV
  • be male or transgender
  • have sex with males
  • have anal sex without a condom
  • be a New Zealand resident, citizen, or hold a 2 year work visa.

If you are not eligible for funded PrEP, you may be able to get a prescription from your healthcare provider.

What to expect

1

Complete the contact request form

Request to start PrEP form (internal link)

2

Get a call from us

Auckland Sexual Health will call you to confirm your details and discuss getting started.

3

Have a test

Visit Awanui Labs to have your test. We will send them the forms you need.

4

Attend consult

Attend to your face to face Sexual Health consultation. 

We will review your test results and give you a prescription to get you started. 

5

Repeat visits

You will need to repeat your tests every 3 months to check everything is okay. 

Most people see their GP or healthcare provider for ongoing PrEP.

PrEP request form