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STD Testing in Santa Barbara, California
7 STD and HIV testing locations in Santa Barbara, including 4 that list free testing.
Verify with the clinic before visiting. Hours, services, fees and appointment rules change. Call ahead to confirm. This directory is for information only and is not medical advice. In an emergency, call 911.
Santa Barbara County Public Health Department – Santa Barbara Health Care Center
Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics – Eastside Clinic
Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics – Goleta Clinic
Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics – Westside Clinic
American Indian Health and Services
Planned Parenthood California Central Coast – Santa Barbara Center
Santa Barbara County Public Health Department – Franklin Health Care Center
Community health centers in Santa Barbara
These federally funded health centers (HRSA) offer primary care, usually on a sliding fee scale. Their STD testing services are not confirmed in our data. Call to confirm STD testing.
American Indian Health & Services
County HLTH Clinic-Santa Barbara
La Posada
Salvation ARMY Hospitality House
Santa Barbara Rescue Mission
Transition House
Usarc
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get STD testing in Santa Barbara, CA?
This page lists 7 STD/HIV testing locations in Santa Barbara, CA from the CDC NPIN directory, plus 7 community health centers that may offer testing. Call ahead to confirm services and hours.
Is there free STD testing in Santa Barbara, CA?
4 of the 7 listed locations say they offer free STI and/or HIV testing. Eligibility can depend on age, income or residency. Many health departments and community health centers also use sliding-scale fees.
Do I need an appointment?
Appointment rules vary by location. Call before you go.
Can I get a rapid HIV test?
5 locations here list rapid HIV testing, which usually gives results during the same visit.
Which tests should I ask for?
Common tests include chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV and sometimes herpes or hepatitis. Which ones you need depends on your situation, so a clinician can help you decide. CDC recommends everyone ages 13 to 64 get tested for HIV at least once.
Is STD testing confidential?
Health care providers must keep your health information private. Some public health clinics offer anonymous HIV testing. Ask the clinic about their privacy policy.
Data: CDC NPIN and HRSA. Page built 2026-11-03.