You can get the new COVID-19 booster at various convenient locations depending on your country and eligibility:
- In the UK, the spring 2025 COVID-19 booster is available for people aged 75 and over, care home residents, and those with weakened immune systems. You can book an appointment online via the NHS website (nhs.uk/bookcovid), use the NHS app, call 119, or visit walk-in sites such as pharmacies and GP surgeries. The program runs until June 17, 2025
- In Ireland, adults and children 12 and older can get the booster at participating pharmacies and GP surgeries. Vaccination teams also visit residential care homes or provide home vaccinations for those unable to travel. Children under 12 need appointments at vaccination clinics
- In the US, boosters are widely available at retail pharmacies like CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, and clinics. You can schedule appointments online via pharmacy websites or use Vaccines.gov to find nearby locations. The vaccine is free for most insured individuals, and walk-ins are often accepted
- In Scotland, mobile vaccination buses offer drop-in clinics at various locations, or you can book appointments at vaccination centers via phone or online
In all cases, you do not need to wait for an invitation if you are eligible; you can proactively book your booster. Check local health service websites or pharmacy chains for specific locations and availability near you. The booster is typically given as an injection at pharmacies, GP surgeries, care homes, or designated vaccination clinics
