Antigen Lateral Flow Test for Travel

Do you need a lateral flow antigen test that allows you to travel? If so, you've come to the right place, as we have inexpensive lateral flow tests that you can self-administer from the convenience of your home. It is important to know whether you simply need a lateral flow test or a "fit to fly" test. The tests are the same, but the later offers a certificate that states you are fit to fly.

What is a Fit To Fly Certificate?

The airline where you are booking your flight will tell you whether you need a simple lateral flow test, or a fit to fly lft test. The difference is the first is less expensive and the results can be private, whereas the later requires you email a photo of your test result to a lab which then emails back a printable certificate within 60 minutes. A at home antigen test for travel can be as little as £5 for a simple LFT test, or less than £20 for the same test that also offers a fit to fly certificate.

Where can I buy lateral flow tests in the UK?

You can lateral flow tests buy here from UK Meds. We have overnight shipping of lateral flow tests, also called rapid tests or antigen tests for Covid-19. You can know tomorrow whether you test negative for Covid-19. Our tests are inexpensive (less than £5) and can provide proof that you are free from Covid-19 to your place of work or as you travel.

What is a fit to fly certificate and do I need one?

Not all airlines require a fit to fly certificate. You may be able to fly with the results of the cheaper lateral flow test available above. However, some airlines may require a fit to fly certificate. This is the same lateral flow test, but having been reviewed by a doctor who then issues a fit to fly certificate, which is a letter stating that you are safe to travel. You can buy an antigen test fit to fly from UK Meds for as little as £19.99 by clicking on the Fit to Fly certificate available at the top of this page.

Where can I buy a lateral flow test online?

You can lateral flow test purchase here at UK Meds. We have lateral flow kits for less than £5 and Fit to Fly certificates for less than £20. Our tests are accepted by the UK government as acceptable for testing for Covid-19.

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Where to get an antigen lateral flow test online

You can get a travel testing kit here at UK Meds. What is a lateral flow test? It is also called a "rapid test", because it can provide Covid-19 test results in as little as 15 minutes. It is an antigen test, meaning that it tests your system for the presence of (or lack of) antigens that would indicate you have (or don't have) Covid-19.

Do I need a Fit to Fly Certificate to travel?

You would only need to be tested if you are not fully vaccinated. People who are not fully vaccinated currently need to be tested for Covid-19 in order to fly in or out of the UK. Some airlines will accept a lateral flow test as proof you are able to fly, others will require your test result to be reviewed by a doctor. For airlines that accept a lateral flow test result (without a fit to fly certificate), you can order the lateral flow test at the top of this page for as little as £5. For airlines that also require a Fit to Fly certificate, we have a fit to fly test kit available for as little as £19.99. Both kits can be found at the top of this page.

Can I take a lateral flow test at home?

You can take antigen tests at home and get results within 15 minutes. Our at-home kit should be acceptable for most cases where you need to prove you are currently free of Covid-19. If your place of work requires testing, our tests are considered acceptable by the UK government. If you are flying, ask your airline prior to flight what proof they need that you are free from Covid-19. In many cases, an at-home Covid-19 test will be sufficient.

What are Lateral Flow testing kits?

If you want a quick result that you can test in the convenience and privacy of your home, lateral flow kits are what you need. These kits test for Covid-19 antigens in your system, and provide a test result within 15 minutes (which is why they are also called rapid tests). If you have been told you need to take an antigen test, or a rapid test, you can order a lateral flow test from UK Meds, as these are all the same type of test.