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Who can use the NHS App

To use the NHS App or log in through the NHS website you must be:

  • aged 13 or over
  • registered with an NHS GP surgery in England or the Isle of Man

If you're aged 13 to 15, you’ll need to contact your GP surgery for access to GP online services before you can use the NHS App.

If you are in the armed forces community

While you’re registered with Defence Medical Services, you cannot use the NHS App.

Find out more about NHS health services for the armed forces community.

If you are outside of England or the Isle of Man

If you’re registered at with a GP surgery outside of England or the Isle of Man, contact your GP surgery to find out which online health services you can use.

Page last reviewed: 10 June 2025
Next review due: 10 December 2026