COVID-19 vaccination
The COVID-19 vaccine helps protect against COVID-19, which can be a serious or life-threatening illness for some people. It's usually offered on the NHS in spring and early winter to people who need extra protection from COVID-19.
The COVID-19 vaccines are offered because viruses change and protection fades over time. It's important to top up your protection if you're eligible.
Who should have the COVID-19 vaccine
You can get a COVID-19 vaccine if you:
- are aged 75 or over (including those who will be 75 by 31 January 2027)
- are aged 6 months to 74 years and have a weakened immune system because of a health condition or treatment
- live in a care home for older adults
How to get the COVID-19 vaccine
If you're eligible for the winter COVID-19 vaccine, you can:
- book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment online or in the NHS App now
- go to a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination site
- get vaccinated at a local service, such as a community pharmacy or your GP surgery
- get vaccinated at your care home (if you live in a care home)
- get vaccinated onboard the Living Well Bus. The service operates on a fully drop-in basis and also provides health checks and mental wellbeing support
You do not need to wait for an invitation before booking an appointment.
The last date you will be able to get your COVID-19 vaccine is 31 January 2027. Online booking will close on 30 January 2027.
For more information about the COVID-19 vaccine visit nhs.uk