Registration Policy
You do not need proof of address or immigration status, ID or an NHS number to register with the practice. However, a practice will ask if you can provide photographic ID and proof of address as it can help the practice to find your medical records and transfer them from your previous GP. It also helps them to confirm that you live within the practice area.
Types of acceptable photographic evidence:
- Passport
- Drivers Licence
- Official ID card from Public Services body; or
- Student matriculation card (current year)
Other documents for proof of residency that are acceptable are:
- Recent utility bill (within last 3 months)
- Council Tax document
- Television Licence
- Payslips (last two months)
- Rent book/agreement (Public Body or Private Landlord)
- Bank Statement (Name and address section only required)
- Solicitors Letter (Clearly showing your name and address)
If you are unable to provide photographic evidence then we would request you provide one of the above and one of the following:
- Birth Certificate
- Marriage Certificate
- Divorce Annulment Papers
If you are unable to provide any documentation, then we may still register you with the practice. However we may need to contact our Registration Department first, to verify your information with them, and ensure your medical records are not delayed in being transferred to the Practice. This will normally involve a phone call between you, our Registration Department and ourselves. Alternatively we may also email/write to them directly in which case we will require your consent for us to do so.
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Named Accountable GP information
Temporary Patients
If you are not a patient and need emergency treatment
You can receive emergency treatment from the local GP Practice for up to 14 days if:
- you are ill when you are away from home
- if you are not registered with a GP practice.
After 14 days you will need to register as a temporary patient (more information here) or permanent patient.