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United States Department of Health and Human Services

Who We Are

Starting in late September 2024, every American household will be eligible to order tests through COVIDtests.gov. Right now, the U.S. government is making COVID-19 tests available to uninsured individuals and underserved communities through existing outreach programs. Please contact a HRSA-funded health center or ICATT location near you to learn how to access low- or no cost COVID-19 tests provided by the federal government.

The tests available for order:

  • Are rapid antigen at-home tests, not PCR.
  • Can be taken at home or other locations. Give results within 30 minutes (no lab drop-off required).
  • Can be used for testing even if you do not have COVID-19 symptoms.
  • Can be used for testing whether you are up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines or not.
  • Are also referred to as self-tests or over the counter (OTC) tests.

People with blindness or low vision can order tests that have been assessed by the National Institutes of Health as more accessible for individuals with vision loss. The Administration for Community Living explains how to order free tests for people with blindness or low vision.

Reporting your result — whether negative or positive — helps our nation learn how to use those test results effectively. Report your test results to public health agencies at MakeMyTestCount.org.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
,
Spanish
Service Area(s)
Nationwide

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
No Age Requirement
Residency Requirements
Resident of the United States.

Available 24/7
Yes
Additional Availability Comments
The telephone call center is available from 8:00 AM until 12:00 AM midnight EST, every day.

Intake Process
Visit the website to order the tests.
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes