What is a Covid-19 Recovery Letter?
A COVID-19 recovery letter/certificate certifies that you previously had COVID-19, have recovered, and thus may have built a natural immunity to avoid re-infection. In order to fly, attend events, and visit certain countries and locations, you need proof that you’re not infectious such as a Covid recovery letter in Edinburgh.
How does the Covid-19 Recovery Letter work?
Obtaining the Letter requires a positive test and proof of recovery from Covid-19. You must present the Letter at the time of your assessment and whenever you travel. Our assessment will require you to provide some details regarding your recovery from Covid-19.
You can apply for a Covid Recovery Certificate after 7 days of getting an initial positive result if you have been symptom-free for 48 hours (the first day of your symptoms or the day of your test is day ZERO). If you are travelling within 10 days of your positive test, or the start of your symptoms, we recommend wearing a mask whilst travelling.
Who is eligible for a Covid Recovery Letter in Edinburgh?
A Covid-19 Recovery Letter may be available to you if you are over the age of 5 and have a Covid-19 test result. A test should be done within 11 to 180 days of recovery. However, an experienced doctor will assess every case and will issue the letter if he or she feels it is safe. Depending on the country, the Letter may only last 90 days after a positive test.
Who cannot get a Covid-19 recovery Letter?
Letters are not available to those who have had a positive Covid-19 test in the last 10 days or those who do not meet the requirements. You can schedule an evaluation with us 11 days after your last test or since the last time you had symptoms.
How can I prove that I no longer have Covid-19?
The average recovery time for Covid-19 patients is 11 days. It is likely that you are still sick if you are still feeling unwell. The assessment is based primarily on what symptoms you may present at the time.
After recovering from Covid-19 and feeling well for 11 days, it is normal to experience some shortness of breath. If you have made some progress, then it is unlikely that you will infect others or get the infection again. If this is the case, you may still receive the Covid Recovery Letter.
How long does immunity last? Does the Covid Recovery Certificate remain valid?
It remains unclear how long the immunity lasts. Consequently, some countries claim it lasts 90 days whereas others claim it lasts up to 180 days. Therefore, we recommend inquiring about this before your travel date or before you finish the assessment. To make sure that the Letter is valid in different countries, we will include the test date.
Despite recovering from Covid-19, I get positive results on my test. Am I eligible for a Letter?
Yes. You need the Covid Recovery Letter. During the months after your recovery from Covid-19, you may still have positive results for tests. However, you should seek medical attention if you still get positive results with no symptoms after an extended period of time following recovery. The test will evaluate if you are completely healthy and cannot infect others.
Can I use the Covid Recovery Letter in Edinburgh for travelling?
Yes. Using a Covid Recovery Letter for travelling is very common. Therefore, before booking an appointment with us, make sure you know your airline and destination requirements.
We recommend that you check the up-to-date regulations for the UK & your country of choice before visiting us.
The constant changes in both airlines and countries make it impossible for all airlines to accept Covid Recovery Letters. You can find out if an airline accepts Covid Recovery Letters before making an appointment with us by contacting the airline. Doing so will help you avoid disappointments.
How many days after my test or symptoms, can I apply for a Covid Recovery Certificate?
You can apply for a Covid Recovery Certificate after 7 days of getting an initial positive result if you have been symptom-free for 48 hours (the first day of your symptoms or the day of your test is day ZERO). If you are travelling within 10 days of your positive test, or the start of your symptoms, we recommend wearing a mask whilst travelling.
Where can I obtain my Covid Recovery Letter in Edinburgh?
With Newington Pharmacy’s online form, you can do this fast and easily. There is only one requirement: a positive Covid-19 test performed at least 11 days ago. First, we’ll ask for some details. If you qualify, you will receive your Letter in just 24 hours.
If you need a pharmacist to discuss your Covid-19 Recovery, you can schedule an appointment with us today. Our pharmacy offers online consultations so you can see a pharmacist at a time that is convenient for you.
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This blog post was written on behalf of Newington Pharmacy by Pharmacy Mentor.