Many Americans can now obtain home COVID-19 tests at no cost through their private insurance. They can get the tests from pharmacies, stores, and online suppliers.
The program is part of the Biden administration's goal to expand access to testing across the U.S. People can also get four free house testing per residential address.
To make testing even more accessible to all Americans, the government is now giving free at-home COVID-19 test kits via its website, COVIDtests.gov.
The U.S. Postal Service previously stated that it will begin sending tests in late January, but the New York Times reports that consumers began receiving them on Friday.
The tests can be ordered in less than two minutes. You only need to submit your name, address, and phone number. The test kits are only available to residents of the United States and its territories.
Here's how to get your COVID-19 tests for free right now.
How to Get your COVID-19 Tests for Free
To receive your free test kits, you simply need to furnish the Postal Service with a few pieces of information. You will not be asked for any credit or debit card information because the testing and shipment are both free.
1. You can go there by going to special.USPS.com/testkits or by going to covidtests.gov.
2. Fill out your contact and shipping information.
3. Click Check Out Now.
4. Check that your information is correct, then click Place My Order.
The Postal Service has stated that the COVID-19 test kits will begin shipping in late January. All orders will be sent by First Class Package Service.
People who are unable to access the website or who are having difficulty purchasing online can call a hotline at 1-800-232-0233 to order their free tests.
How Many Test Kits am I Able to Get?
According to the Postal Service, each residential household is entitled to four free at-home quick antigen COVID-19 testing. That implies that even if you have more than four persons living in your home, only one person per address will be able to make an order for the free testing.
It's worth noting that you won't be able to select which brand of test you want. The Food and Drug Administration has approved all of the tests as at-home quick antigen tests.
What is the Best way to Keep Track of My Order?
You should receive an email confirmation once you've placed your order. When your package ships, you'll get an email with shipping information, including a tracking number and an anticipated delivery date.
You can either use the tracking link or copy and paste the tracking number into the tracker on the USPS website.
