COVID-19 Testing for Returning to the UK

COVID-19 Tests for those returning to the UK

While we endeavour to keep the requirements for COVID-19 testing as up to date as possible, with rules and regulations changing frequently, we recommend you refer to the UK Government website before booking your test.

Please do not hesitate to call the practice should you experience any issues when booking your test.

For the full list of COVID-19 tests for those returning to the UK, please see below:

COVID-19 Testing Available for Returning to the UK

 

PCR Express Same-Day Results

These tests are for those seeking same-day results for a PCR test.

These tests are available for Day 2 & 8 arrivals to the UK, Test-to-Release and Fit-to-Fly for departures from the UK.

  • Swabs MUST be taken before 11 am for results by midnight on the same day.

 

PCR Test-to-Release (Day 5)

This test is for individuals who have not been fully vaccinated with an authorised vaccine or who are travelling from a red list country requiring negative test results for release from quarantine.

This test needs to be taken on Day 5 of quarantine.

PCR (Day 2)

This test is for individuals who have not been fully vaccinated with an authorised vaccine or who are travelling from a red list country.

  • PRICE: £140

 

PCR Test-to-Release (Day 5) & Day 2/8 Bundle

We are offering a COVID-19 testing bundle including Day 2 & 8 testing as well as the PCR test-to-release.

PCR Day 2 & 8 Testing

All international arrivals in quarantine are required to take a COVID-19 test on or before Day 2 of quarantine and on or after Day 8 of quarantine.

 

Rapid Antigen Lateral Flow (Day 2)

This test is for individuals who are arriving in the UK.

  • PRICE: £50

 

*Additional cost will be incurred should the testing dates fall on a weekend when the practice is usually closed.

**Occasionally, due to high volumes of testing, results can fall outside of the 48-hour return time. Please bear this in mind when making your appointment.

If you have any difficulty booking a test then please call the practice on 020 7730 8835 and we would be more than happy to assist you. The responsibility for choosing the correct covid test remains with the patient.