Australia's $5 Online Medical Certificate

Need an Absence from Work Certificate? No appointment required. Start your request online.

Request a Certificate

Only $5 · Takes less than 5 minutes

  • Reviewed by AHPRA-Registered Pharmacists
  • Secure and confidential
  • Certificate delivered by email
  • No certificate, no charge
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Simple online processCertificate emailed upon approval

How It Works

  1. 01

    Answer a few quick questions

    Tell us about your circumstances to help your pharmacist review your request. It only takes a few minutes.

  2. 02

    Pharmacist review

    An AHPRA-Registered Pharmacist reviews your request. If needed, the pharmacist may ask for some additional information to complete the review.

  3. 03

    Receive your certificate

    If appropriate, the reviewing pharmacist will issue an Absence from Work Certificate and we'll email it directly to you.

Why Choose Sicknotes?

  • $5

    Only $5

    A simple, affordable price with no hidden fees.

  • No certificate? Full refund.

    If a certificate can't be issued, you'll receive your payment back.

  • Reviewed by qualified pharmacists

    Every request is personally reviewed by an Australian pharmacist registered with AHPRA.

  • Simple and convenient

    Submit your request anytime from your phone or computer.

What is an Absence from Work Certificate?

Many Australians know this as a medical certificate. It provides evidence of illness or caring responsibilities to support an absence from work.

Certificates can cover up to two days of absence and are issued only where the reviewing pharmacist determines they are appropriate. If needed, additional information may be requested from you before a decision is made.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a certificate guaranteed?
No. Every request is individually reviewed. If a certificate can't be issued, you'll receive a full refund.
Will my employer accept it?
Absence from Work Certificates issued by AHPRA-Registered Pharmacists are recognised evidence for personal and carer's leave under the Fair Work Act 2009. Individual employers may have their own policies for providing evidence.
How much does it cost?
Sicknotes costs just $5. If a certificate can't be issued, you'll receive a full refund.
How quickly will I receive my certificate?
We aim to review your request within one hour of submission. During busy periods, review times may be longer.
Who reviews my request?
Your request is reviewed by an AHPRA-Registered Pharmacist. The pharmacist's name, qualifications and AHPRA registration details are included on your certificate.
What information appears on my certificate?
Your certificate includes the information required for an Absence from Work Certificate, including the reviewing pharmacist's name, qualifications and AHPRA registration details. It does not display Sicknotes branding.

Request a certificate, without the hassle.

Getting an Absence from Work Certificate shouldn't add to your day. Sicknotes makes requesting a certificate simple, affordable and convenient.

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Only $5 · No certificate, no charge