Get Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests Delivered to You

Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days via USPS.

TAKE AN AT-HOME TEST:

• If you begin having COVID-19 symptoms like fever, sore throat, runny nose, loss of taste or smell, or

• At least 5 days after you come into close contact with someone with COVID-19, or

• When you're going to gather with a group of people, especially those who are at risk of severe disease or may not be up to date on their COVID-19 vaccines. If you begin having COVID-19 symptoms like fever, sore throat, runny nose, loss of taste or smell, or

• At least 5 days after you come into close contact with someone with COVID-19, or

• When you're going to gather with a group of people, especially those who are at risk of severe disease or may not be up to date on their COVID-19 vaccines.

ABOUT TESTS:

The tests available for order:

• Are rapid antigen at-home tests, not PCR

• Can be taken anywhere

• Give results within 30 minutes (no lab drop-off required)

• Work whether or not you have COVID-19 symptoms

• Work whether or not you are up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines

• Are also referred to as self-tests or over-the-counter (OTC) tests

Testing is only one step you can take to protect yourself, friends, family, and others. Everyone is encouraged to get up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations; visit vaccines.gov to find a vaccine or booster near you; wear a well-fitted mask when gathering indoors, and maintain six feet of distance between people.

OTHER TESTING RESOURCES: If you need a COVID-19 test now, are looking for another type of COVID-19 test, or need more than #4 tests, the resources below are available.

BUY AT RETAILERS AND PHARMACIES: At-home tests are available for sale around the U.S. Check with local retailers and pharmacies to see where at-home tests are available.

INSURANCE REIMBURSEMENT: Your health insurance company will pay you back for 8 at-home tests per month for each person on the plan.

Order your tests now so you have them when you need them. To order and for more information, visit http://www.covidtests.gov.