If you’ve been off sick for more than 7 days
To request a sick note:
- fill out a sick note request form
If you’ve been off sick for 7 days or less
If you have been ill for 7 days or less, you don’t need to see a doctor. You can complete a Self Certification form yourself. However, some employers may insist on a doctor’s note regardless.
Many employers have their own self-certification forms. If your employer doesn’t have its own form you can download the Self Certification Form.
Please print it, fill it in and hand it in to your employer. You do not need to see a doctor.
Find out more about sick notes on the NHS website.