If you have been ill for 7 days or less, you do not need to see a doctor for a sick note.

You can complete a self-certification form yourself and give this to your employer.

If you have been ill for 7 days or less

Many employers have their own self-certification forms. Please check with your employer first.

If your employer does not have their own form, you can complete the self-certification form online. Please print it, fill it in and give it to your employer.

Self-certification form

If you have been ill for more than 7 days

If you have been ill for more than 7 days, you will need a doctor’s certificate.

These certificates are called Fitness to Work Certificates, also known as fit notes.

The doctor may call you or arrange an appointment before issuing a fit note.

Completing the request form

Please complete all details on the form.

If you do not complete all the required information, your request may be rejected by the surgery. Please provide as much detail as possible so the GP can assess your request for a fit note.

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SICK/FIT NOTE