New Zealanders who have Covid-19 symptoms or are a household close contact can now order a rapid antigen test (RAT) through a newly launched site.

How to order:

• Requesting RATs on the Requester site is an easy step-by-step process. RATs can be requested on behalf of someone else.
• You can order the test kits from the website requestrats.covid19.health.nz or by ringing 0800 222 478 (option 3) from 8am to 8pm. People will need to have access to a mobile phone to validate their order.
• You will be issued an order number. You can then collect your RAT order from a collection site listed on Healthpoint, or have someone collect it for you.
• For people who are not unwell or a household contact but want to get a RAT for other purposes, such as to visit an elderly relative, there are retail options now, including the Chemist Warehouse and Countdown.