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Requesting a letter or information from your GP - NHS App help

You may be able to use the app to request a letter or information from your GP surgery, like a fit note (sick note) or test results.

Information:

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From the home screen:

  1. Select Appointments.
  2. Select Request a letter or information.

You'll need to answer some questions about your request before you submit it.

You may be able to submit this form on behalf of someone else, depending on your GP surgery.

If your GP surgery does not offer this service in the app, contact them directly to request a letter or information.

How to request a letter or information from your GP surgery in the NHS App

This video explains how you can request a letter or information, such as a fit note or test results, using the NHS App.

Media last reviewed: 24 March 2026
Media review due: 24 March 2029

Page last reviewed: 13 July 2026
Next review due: 13 January 2028