Ways to get vaccinated
PLEASE NOTE: Effective October 18, vaccinations are required for city, county, and state government workers, as well as educators, school staff, and most child care workers. Here are ways to get vaccinated:
- Consult with your primary care provider
If you have one, as they are likely offering the vaccine. - Washington State Department of Health vaccine locator
Find COVID-19 vaccine appointments near you. - In-home vaccination
Public Health - Seattle & King County is offering in-home vaccinations to those who are unable to leave their homes. To schedule an appointment, call the King County COVID-19 Call Center at (206) 477-3977 between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., any day. Language interpretation is available.
Get vaccinated to protect yourself and our community
Seattle is one of the most vaccinated major American cities, with 79 percent of our residents 12 and older fully vaccinated. In seven months, the City government administered 260,000 vaccinations to 134,000 individuals, and 45 percent of those vaccinated by the City identify as communities of color.
However, COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations are rising due to the extremely dangerous Delta variant, which is significantly more contagious and has led to increased severe cases of the virus, including in younger people and almost entirely in unvaccinated people. The surest way to protect yourself and your loved ones from the Delta variant is to get vaccinated. If you’re not fully vaccinated, book your appointment today.
Residents who need language interpretation, help finding a vaccination or testing site, or ADA accommodation can call the King County COVID-19 Call Center at (206) 477-3977, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Important COVID-19 testing and vaccine resources
FAQ for Immigrant and Refugee Residents
In-language COVID-19 Vaccine Community Helplines
The City's Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) launched a series of in-language helplines to answer questions and/or find vaccination opportunities for immigrant and refugee residents who are limited English proficient and/or have limited access to the internet.
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Will I be asked about my immigration status to receive the vaccine?
No. In Washington state, all eligible residents are able to receive a vaccine, regardless of your immigration and citizenship status. Vaccine providers should not be asking about your immigration status. The Biden/Harris administration has declared that all vaccine sites are sensitive locations and immigration enforcement agencies will not carry out operations at or near such facilities, which also include health care facilities and hospitals. -
Will I be required to pay or have insurance to receive the vaccine?
No. There is no cost for the COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine will be covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance. And the cost of the vaccine will be covered for people who are uninsured. -
Will receiving the vaccine impact my ability to become a U.S. citizen?
No. Testing and treatment for COVID-19 (including vaccination) will not count against you for the public charge test. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of State are no longer enforcing the Trump-era public charge rule. -
What are the ingredients in the vaccine?
The key ingredient in both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines is mRNA, which tells your cells how to make a protein from the coronavirus, allowing it to recognize COVID-19 and protect you from infection. These vaccines also contain lipids, salts, and sugar.
The key ingredient in the Johnson & Johnson vaccine is adenovirus 26, a harmless virus used to deliver the spike protein that's on the surface of the coronavirus to our cells. The cells can then recognize COVID-19 and protect you from infection. This vaccine also contains citric acid and ethanol.
The vaccines DO NOT contain: pork products, egg, latex, blood products, COVID-19 virus cells, mercury, or microchips.
More information, including translated FAQs, are available at Public Health - Seattle & King County.
Vaccine Education Resources
COVID-19 Recovery
Learn about the City's COVID-19 recovery efforts to support workers, small businesses, and visitors.