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Test to Release
NPH Works is a Government-approved supplier for the 'Test to Release' scheme.
This voluntary scheme allows passengers arriving to the UK from a destination that does not have a travel corridor to take a test after 5 days. If the test is negative, you can be released from the 10-day quarantine restriction.
- A PCR testing service is also available for departing passengers. This must be booked separately. Find out more and book an appointment >
How does the process work?
- Book your test online with NPH Works. Please note, the earliest you can take the test is 5 full days after you left a destination
- The test will take place in our terminal building. Please arrive 10-15 minutes beforehand to avoid delays
- Arrive for your test with your booking confirmation and passport
- Your test will be conducted by a qualified clinician, and a certificate will be available via email within 48 hours
Please take special care when booking to ensure you select the 'Test to Release' appointment option.
The scheme is voluntary and applies to those required to self-isolate in England only. If you do not want to opt into the Test to Release scheme, you will need to self-isolate until 10 full days have passed since you were last in a destination not on the travel corridors list.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book the Test to Release Scheme?
Use the NPH Works website to book your Test to Release appointment.
You can book your test before or after you travel to England subject to the availability of appointments. As part of the booking process, you will be asked to complete details required by the Government. You must do this to take part in the scheme.
What should I expect on the day of my test?
Upon arrival at the Viking Airport Parking car park, clear signage will guide you to the testing centre entrance.
Once inside, you will be guided through the test centre, reporting first to the reception. When instructed, you will be called forward for your test. The trained clinician will give you the necessary instructions, and talk you through the process. During the test, samples will be taken from your throat, followed by your nose.
Please avoid eating for an hour or two prior to testing and bring a bottle of water in case you would like a drink after your swab.
How much does a test cost?
The Test to Release test costs £110.00 per person.
This includes the test, analysis of results in a laboratory, your certificate and parking for the duration of your test.
How do I change or cancel my appointment
The NPH Works website will provide everything you need to change, amend or cancel your appointment. For cancellations within 48 hours of your arrival time, we regret that a refund will not be available.
Where are my test results?
If you have attended an appointment with multiple people (e.g. family members) and their results have come back before yours, please don’t get in touch for your result until 48 hours have passed. Results are processed in no specific order, so can come back separately.
If your result has not come back after 48 hours, please contact NPH Works.
What should I do if my test comes back positive, or invalid?
In the event of a positive test, you must self-isolate in accordance with Government guidelines.
In the rare situation that your test is invalid, the sample will be retested. This may cause delay to your result being sent to you and you may not be able to obtain a result within your time-frame.
In most cases, you will receive the result after an invalid test has been retested. The incidence of an invalid test is 1:1000.
We have reduced the risk of invalid tests and false negatives considerably by providing a face-to-face testing service which helps to ensure an adequate sample is collected.