Sick (fit) notes

Off Sick for 7 Days or Less

If you’re off work due to illness for 7 days or less, your employer shouldn’t ask for a fit note (also known as a sick note) from a GP.

Instead, they may ask you to self-certify your sick absence. You can do this by completing an SC2 form, available on the official government website:

Complete the SC2 form

Off Sick for More Than 7 Days

If you’ve been off work due to illness for more than 7 days, you’ll need a fit note (also known as a sick note) from your GP.

To request a sick note, please complete our online form:

Request a Sick Note