Not all providers offer the same testing services. Before you look for a private provider, you’ll need to identify what testing service you need. Pre-departure travel tests (‘fit to fly’) You may need proof of a negative COVID-19 test before travelling abroad. Providers often call these fit to fly tests. The testing requirements are set by the country you want to travel to, and sometimes the airline you’re flying with. Private providers offering these tests must meet the government’s minimum standards for general population testing services in order to legally provide the services. We do not currently host a separate list for ’fit to fly’. Check the FCDO travel advice pages to find out the testing requirements of the country you want to visit. General population COVID-19 tests Some providers offer ‘general population’ COVID-19 testing for asymptomatic individuals who want to book and pay for their own test. Please note that not all providers listed on the general population COVID-19 test providers will offer pre-departure testing and travellers must use the type of test required by the country they want to travel to.