# COVIDCert NI

> Digital wallet for HSC NI COVID certificates, enabling travel verification via QR code. (iPhone/iPad app by Health & Social Care Board.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/covidcert-ni/id1576492321 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Health & Social Care Board](https://appshunter.io/developer/1504120599)
- Category: Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 224 MB
- Released: 2021-11-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/covidcert-ni/id1576492321/reviews.md

## What is COVIDCert NI?

COVIDCert NI is a digital wallet for your Health & Social Care Northern Ireland (HSC NI) COVID certificates.

When travelling abroad, you can use this app to show that you have been vaccinated against COVID-19.

Downloading and using this app is voluntary and you must read the Terms and Conditions before use.


How does this app work?

- If you don’t already have one, the app will help you apply for your COVID certificate via nidirect.

- If you have applied for your COVID certificate, login with your nidirect account.

- You may be asked for additional proof of identity.

- When your COVID certificate is valid, it will be green and available as a QR code.

- When you travel, the QR code can be scanned to show your COVID certificate status.

- Parents and guardians can access their under-16 dependents’ COVID certificates.

- Under-16s can scan their COVID certificate QR code using this app to add and store it.



How is my data protected?

- Your data is secure - the app does not share information about your vaccination.

- Data used by the app is only what is already registered by nidirect and HSC NI.

- The app will not collect any additional information about you.



The functionality of the app will be developed over the coming months.

COVIDCert NI has been developed by Health & Social Care NI, Department of Health NI and Digital Transformation Services.

Read more about the app at: https://covid-19.hscni.net/covidcert-ni-mobile-app

## Key features

- Apply for COVID certificates
- Store digital COVID certificates
- Display vaccination status via QR code
- Verify COVID certificate status for travel
- Manage dependent certificates
- Secure data storage

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/covidcert-ni/id1576492321/reviews.md

### 5/5 — So easy to use!!

*2022-03-31, version 3.2*

All I did was enter basic info to link into my vaccinations, and I got the QR code for domestic venues and for international travel.  

It also updated within24h of the booster to show it too!

## Frequently asked questions about COVIDCert NI

### How do I get a COVID certificate with COVIDCert NI?

If you don't have one, COVIDCert NI can help you apply for your COVID certificate via nidirect. Once applied for, you can log in with your nidirect account to access it within the app.

### Is COVIDCert NI free to use?

Yes, COVIDCert NI is completely free to download and use. There are no charges associated with applying for, storing, or displaying your COVID certificates through the app.

### What devices support COVIDCert NI?

COVIDCert NI is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is also compatible with Apple Watch, allowing for convenient access to your certificate.

### How is my data protected in COVIDCert NI?

Your data is secure as the app does not share information about your vaccination status. It only uses data already registered by nidirect and HSC NI, and collects no additional personal information.

### Can parents use COVIDCert NI for their children?

Yes, parents and guardians can access their under-16 dependents’ COVID certificates through the app. Under-16s can also scan and store their own COVID certificate QR code using the app.

### When was COVIDCert NI last updated?

The latest version of COVIDCert NI is 3.6, which was last updated on April 26, 2023. The app's functionality is expected to continue developing in the coming months.

### What is the age rating for COVIDCert NI?

COVIDCert NI has an age rating of 4+. This indicates that the app is considered suitable for children aged 4 and above.

### Does COVIDCert NI have ads?

The provided data does not indicate that COVIDCert NI contains advertisements. It is a free application focused on providing access to your health certificates.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 3.6 — 2023-04-26

Bug fixes and Performance Improvements
New process to renew any expired travel certificates

### 3.5 — 2023-01-12

- New user interface with revised dashboards.
- Ability to download your certificate(s) as a PDF.
- Easier switching between your own and dependents certificates.

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