Know Before You Go
Learn about what to expect at the four City of Seattle-affiliated fixed vaccination sites at the Lumen Field Event Center, at North Seattle College, in Rainier Beach, and in West Seattle.
Getting Vaccinated in Seattle FAQ
1. Where can I get a COVID-19 vaccine?
The government of the City of Seattle operates these vaccination sites:
- The Lumen Field Event Center (330 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134), open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 11:15 am to 5:45 pm. No appointment is necessary.
- Rainier Beach Community Vaccination Hub (8702 Seward Park Ave S, Seattle, WA 98118), open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm from Monday to Saturday. No appointment is necessary.
- West Seattle Community Vaccination Hub (2801 SW Thistle St, Seattle, WA 98126), open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm from Monday to Saturday. No appointment is necessary.
Other opportunities to get vaccinated:
- Consult with your primary care provider - if you have one - to see if they are offering the vaccine.
- Public Health - Seattle & King County is implementing a new vaccination program for individuals in King County who are unable to leave their homes. To learn more about this program, please visit this Public Health Insider page here. To schedule an appointment, call the King County COVID-19 Call Center at (206) 477-3977 between 8:00 am and 7:00 pm, any day. Language interpretation is available.
- Visit vaccinelocator.doh.wa.gov to find appointments throughout the state.
2. Will I be required to pay or have insurance to receive the vaccine?
No. Vaccines are free. Insurance is not required, and the City of Seattle does not request insurance on-site or through its registration process.
3. Will I be required to show an ID card or proof of U.S. citizenship to get vaccinated?
No. All Washington state residents are eligible to receive vaccinations regardless of your citizenship status. While presenting an ID card at the time of your appointment is recommended, it is not a requirement.
4. Who is currently eligible to get the vaccinated?
In Washington state, all people 16 years-old and older are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine.
The Pfizer vaccine is approved for children over the age of 12.
At the City of Seattle sites, children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian when they receive their vaccine. The Pfizer vaccine is currently available at these sites: Lumen Field Event Center, Rainier Beach Vaccination, and West Seattle.
5. I missed my second dose or received my first dose outside of Seattle. Can I receive my second dose at a City of Seattle affiliated site?
Those who have already received the first dose from any vaccine provider can receive the second dose at the Lumen Field Event Center, Rainier Beach, and West Seattle vaccination centers without an appointment.
Of the currently available two-dose vaccines, the City of Seattle is currently administering Pfizer and Moderna. You can use this link to schedule your second dose appointment at the Lumen Field Event Center, Rainier Beach, and West Seattle sites.
Or if you need assistance over the phone, you can call the Customer Service Bureau at (206) 684-2489 or (206) 684-CITY, Monday through Saturday, 8 am at 5 pm
You Do Not Need an Appointment to Get Vaccinated!
Everyone who lives, works, or attends school in King County can now get vaccinated at Lumen Field Event Center, Rainier Beach, and West Seattle without an appointment. See the left for site hours of operation.
If you prefer to schedule an appointment for the Lumen Field Event Center and at the Rainier Beach and West Seattle sites, you can use this online form.
Residents can also schedule appointments over the phone for any of the sites by calling the Customer Service Bureau at (206) 684-2489 or (206) 684-CITY, Monday through Saturday, 8 am at 5 pm.
FAQ Relevant to Immigrant Residents
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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.
Find Where You Fit In
You can find future phases and the full State vaccination timeline here.
Phase 1B2
March 2021
High-risk critical workers in specific industries; people with disabilities; people who are pregnant
Phase 1B3 & 4
March 31, 2021
People 60 years or older; restaurant, construction, and manufacturing workers of all ages; people with two or more comorbidities; people experiencing homelessness; people in correctional facilities
Phase 2 - Current Phase
April 15, 2021
All people 16-years old and older
King County Vaccination Tracker
Updated May 9, 2021 Public Health - Seattle & King County Dashboard
49.9% people fully vaccinated
923,933 King County residents have received both doses.
70% GOAL
Need to vaccinate 1.5 million of King County residents by 2022 to reach this goal.
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