Man doing an at home rapid antigen test

Rapid antigen tests will soon be free for millions of Australians — who's eligible?

Published: 20 January 2022
  • national
  • 20 January 2022
  • ABC News

National cabinet has agreed to extend the availability of free rapid antigen tests to some Australians, but supply shortages remain a serious issue across the country.

Starting in the next two weeks, concession card holders will join close contacts on the list of people who can get their hands on free RATs.

The tests will be free for people who hold a:

  • Pension concession card

  • Commonwealth seniors healthcare card

  • DVA gold, white or orange card

  • Health care card

  • Low income card