Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination is an important part of protecting yourself if you're at increased risk of getting seriously ill 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 the winter COVID-19 vaccine if you:
- are aged 75 or over (including those who will be 75 by 31 January 2026)
- 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
- find a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination site to get vaccinated without an appointment
- get vaccinated onboard the Living Well Bus. The service operates on a fully drop-in basis and provides all routine UK immunisations (excluding RSV), health checks, and mental wellbeing support.
Some people may be able to get vaccinated at a local service, such as a community pharmacy or a GP surgery, or at a care home if they live in a care home.
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 2026. Online booking will close on 30 January 2026.