Getting a second booster is voluntary. Since the vaccine pass was scrapped there is no requirement to get a booster to keep the pass active, but it is recommended for certain groups.

Who qualifies for a 4th shot now?

A fourth dose of the Covid vaccine is now available for certain groups of people.

On July 21st the government expanded the list, which has previously comprised those with a long-term illness, a compromised immune system or a chronic medical condition, and everyone aged 60 and over.

In order to qualify as of now, you must have received your first booster shot more than six months ago and be either:

• Aged 60 or over
• Aged 18-59 with a serious medical condition such as cancer patients, dialysis patients or transplant patients that pits you at high risk of developing the most serious forms of the virus
• Aged 18-59 with a condition that puts you at higher risk of developing the most serious forms of the virus, including obesity (a BMI 30 or over), diabetes, a suppressed immune system, renal, cardiac or respiratory problems (including asthma) or high blood pressure. You can find the full list of conditions here. 
• A pregnant woman
• Either living with or in regular close contact with a person at high risk from the virus 

If you fit the above requirements and have not either contracted Covid or had your last vaccine dose within six months, you are now eligible for the fourth dose.

If you are in an eligible category there is no need to wait for an invitation, you can make your appointment directly with a pharmacy, GP or vaccine centre.

Boosters for children

In addition to a fourth shot, the government has also opened up the standard booster shot programme to certain groups of under 18s.

Adolescents aged 12-17 are encouraged to get a booster dose if they live with an immunocompromised person.

Additionally, anyone aged 12 and over, who had their most recent dose of Covid-19 vaccine at least three months ago can get their first booster dose.

Vaccination is also open to all children ages 5 to 11 years old, but it requires parental authorisation (the form can be found here). 

Find an appointment

If you qualify you can book an appointment directly, there is no need to wait for an invitation.

Appointments for vaccinations are open on online medical platforms including Doctolib, as well as via your primary care physician or through a pharmacy.

If you are 80 years or older, you can call 0 800 730 957 (free call) to be put in touch with a health professional who can come to your home to deliver the vaccination.

Many of the large vaccine centres have now closed down.

To find a location near you, you can look here.