Examples of private letter requests we can fulfil:
• Fitness to travel, or cancellation of holidays.
• Confirmation of medication or a medical condition.
• Letters for school, universities, employers or courts, etc.
• Letters to the Council/housing requirements.

Example of requests we cannot fulfil:
• Confirmation of address or other proof of residence or ID (We have no means of verifying this).
• Countersigning passport applications (A GP is no longer required on the form).
• Letters stating something that is not supported by your medical record.

FAQ:

“I need a letter from my GP”
Our doctors are frequently asked to provide private or ‘To Whom it May Concern’ letters or reports for third parties. The standard fee for this is £40, which is payable in advance. More complicated letters or reports may attract a higher fee.

“Why do I have to pay?”
The preparation of these letters or reports is not covered by the NHS. The doctor must complete them during their own time and as such there is a fee payable. All letters require the doctor to take time to review a patient’s medical records to ensure that the information provided is correct, then the doctor has to dictate the letter, and finally a medical secretary has to type and print it.

“How long will it take?”
Private letters do not take priority over NHS work and hence may take some time to prepare. Please allow at least 10 working days.