You can upload the evidence of your positive Covid-19 test during the application process. PDFs can be uploaded as well as screenshots/photos of NHS test results.
For PDFs, screenshots and photos the following must be displayed:
- Your full name.
- The date of your positive Covid-19 test.
You can find example positive test results here:
If you're uploading a screenshot/photo of a UK NHS email or text that contains your test results, you must display:
- The screenshot must include the toolbar/browser at the top of the page of your device.
- For websites: This must include the website address.
- For apps: This must include everything on the screen.
Additionally, the screenshot/photo must display:
- For email: This must include: to, from, subject and date fields.
- For text messages: This must include the name/number of the sender.
Some countries will not accept NHS test result texts or emails for Covid-19 Recovery Certificates e.g. Austria. Please check your destination's entry requirements for exclusions.
Please note: We cannot accept photos of test cassettes such as antigen lateral flow tests because these cannot be verified. Vaccination certificates are also not accepted.