Preparing For Your Test
ExpressTest offers the following testing products, click on test you need below to find out more:
This is to be used if you are NOT travelling but need a test
This is for travelling FROM the UK, where a PCR test is required
This is for travelling FROM the UK, where a Antigen Lateral Flow Test is required
This service is for passengers arriving into England that require a Day 2 & Day 8 test.
You can also select a Test to Release test as part of one of the arrivals tests package.
This is to be used if you are arriving in England and are able to reduce your quarantine time
You are able to book this as a package of Tests, together with Arrivals Day 2 & 8 Tests.
Home testing kits are coming soon
Frequently Asked Questions
Should you have any queries about ExpressTest, here are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive about our services. Alternateively, for a more extensive list of answers, click here to read our dedicated FAQ's page.
You can book and pay for your preferred time and testing centre via our ‘Book a Test’ page. Within 30 minutes of paying and booking, you will then be sent a confirmation email with a QR code.
You must bring a copy of the QR code with you on the day of your test. Please also bring a copy of your valid passport if you require a Fit to Fly Certificate or have booked for Test to Release test.
ExpressTest is a COVID-19 screening service providing fast, accurate and reliable RT - PCR screening across the UK.
No - if you have any COVID-19 symptoms, we advise you to contact the NHS by calling 111.
For a full list of COVID-19 symptoms, please read here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/symptoms/#symptoms
We currently have testing centres at Birmingham, Edinburgh, Gatwick and Heathrow airports, as well as local testing centres across the country - please see our 'Testing centres' page to find the test centre nearest you.
PCR Test only - £99
PCR Fit to Fly tests £80
PCR Test to Release - £99
Lateral Flow tests - £50
PCR Test only, PCR Fit to Fly and PCR Test to Release tests -
We aim to deliver your results by 10pm the day AFTER your test, however in some cases results could take up to 48 hours to receive, especially if your sample needs to be re-tested.
Lateral flow tests - we aim to deliver your results in 30mins from your sample being taken