Private Sick Note in Sutton Coldfield
Need a sick note (fit note) quickly? The Vesey provides same-day GP appointments in Sutton Coldfield from £90 — open 7 days a week including Sundays, with no GP referral needed.
£90
GP consultation from
Same day
Appointments available
7 days
Including Sundays 8am–8pm
What is a fit note (sick note)?
A fit note — also known as a sick note or medical certificate — is an official document from a GP confirming that a patient is unfit for work due to illness or injury. Fit notes are required by employers for absences longer than 7 days. They can also advise on a phased return to work or workplace adjustments.
When do you need a sick note?
- Absence from work lasting more than 7 calendar days
- When your employer requires medical evidence of your illness
- When claiming statutory sick pay (SSP)
- When applying for Universal Credit or Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
- When a phased return to work or workplace adjustments are needed
How to get a sick note at The Vesey
- Book a GP appointment online (same-day appointments available) or call 0121 387 3727
- Attend your appointment — in person or by video/phone if preferred
- Your GP will assess your condition and issue a fit note if appropriate
- Receive your fit note — digitally or as a printed document
Virtual sick note appointments available
Don't want to leave home? Our virtual GP service (video or phone) can issue sick notes from £70. Book online and receive your fit note digitally — no waiting room required.
Frequently asked questions
Can a private GP issue a sick note?
Yes. A private GP can issue a legally valid fit note. Private fit notes are accepted by all UK employers and by DWP for benefits purposes.
How much does a private sick note cost?
A GP consultation at The Vesey starts from £90. The fit note is issued as part of the consultation. Virtual GP consultations (video or phone) start from £70.
Can I get a backdated sick note?
A GP can issue a fit note covering a period that has already passed, provided they are satisfied you were unfit for work. They cannot certify a period they have no clinical knowledge of.
Is a private sick note valid for SSP?
Yes. A fit note from any GMC-registered doctor — including a private GP — is legally valid for Statutory Sick Pay and benefits purposes.
Can I get a sick note on a Sunday?
Yes. The Vesey is open every Sunday from 8am to 8pm. GP appointments and sick note issuance are available on Sundays at the same price as weekdays.
Book a same-day sick note appointment
The Vesey · Sutton Coldfield · Open 7 days 8am–8pm · From £90