Rapid Antigen Testing for Travel

Who is eligible for the Rapid Antigen Testing Service (RAT test)?

• Asymptomatic, unvaccinated domestic travellers over 12 years and 3 months from any part of the country, who travel with a transport company that requires evidence of a negative test result.

   

Cost of test

RAT tests through participating pharmacies will be FREE from 15 December 2021 to 31 January 2022 for asymptomatic, unvaccinated individuals over 12 years and 3 months leaving Auckland and for the purpose of domestic travel as required by transport operators across New Zealand.

Please note:  these rapid antigen tests are not available for retail purchase and are not funded for use in any other circumstances other than those outlined in the eligibility criteria listed above.

The Rapid Antigen Test is a nasal swab that is completed by a trained Pharmacy Staff member.  The results are then texted to the patient so they have evidence to provide the transport operator.