Medical Certificate
Doccy Pty Ltd
Collingwood, VIC
Date of Issue
29 January 2026
Certificate Code
MC-7X9K2
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How do Doccy medical certificates work?
Request your medical certificate online
Request your medical certificate online
Start your online telehealth consultation through our secure form. Tell us about your symptoms, when they started, your medical history, and whether you need a sick leave certificate or carer certificate. Our form takes just 2 minutes to complete and is available 24/7 - no appointment booking required. Perfect for when you're too unwell to visit a GP in person.
AI-powered health assessment
AI-powered health assessment
You'll receive a phone call from our AI voice care agent to collect your medical history and symptom details. This pre-consultation ensures our clinicians have all the information needed to provide accurate medical advice. The AI gathers relevant details efficiently, meaning faster doctor consultations and better healthcare outcomes for you.
Doctor review & instant email delivery
Doctor review & instant email delivery
A qualified and registered Australian doctor reviews your pre-consult and chats with you to verify your information. When approved, your online medical certificate will be emailed to you straight away - whether it's a work, travel, or multi-day certificate. Accepted by employers, schools, TAFEs, and travel companies nationwide.
Clinical oversight you can trust
Certificates are issued only after an appropriate telehealth assessment by an AHPRA-registered medical practitioner. Each certificate includes details employers and institutions can verify.
Not every request is suitable. For emergencies, call 000.
The content on this page has been medically reviewed by Dr. Louis J Sisk (BSc(Hons) MBChB MRCS(Glasg) MTrauma), a digital health specialist with over 15 years' experience. Trust & clinical governance.
How Much Does an Online Medical Certificate Cost?
Online medical certificates from Doccy start at just $12.90. Skip the $60–$80 GP visit and get an AHPRA-registered doctor to review your case and email your certificate in minutes.
1 Day
Single day coverage
- Valid medical certificate for 1 day
- Reviewed by AHPRA-registered doctors
- Emailed to you in minutes
- Accepted by employers, universities, TAFEs & schools
2–5 Days
Same flat rate for 2, 3, 4, or 5 days & backdating
- Valid medical certificate for up to 5 days
- Backdated certificates at no extra cost
- Reviewed by AHPRA-registered doctors
- Emailed to you in minutes
- Accepted by employers, universities, TAFEs & schools
Why pay $60–$80+ at a GP clinic?
Get the same valid medical certificate from AHPRA-registered doctors, delivered to your inbox in minutes. No appointment needed. No waiting room. No travel.
No hidden fees. No appointment needed. Simple, transparent pricing.
Accepted by employers, universities, and government agencies Australia-wide.
What is an online medical certificate?
A medical certificate (also called a doctors certificate, sick certificate, dr certificate, or med cert) is an official document from a registered doctor. It's proof that you have a medical condition that requires time off work, uni, or other obligations.
Medical certificates online are issued via telehealth service by an online doctor or clinician. They are legally valid in Australia and recognised by the Australian Medical Association - as long as they are issued by an AHPRA registered doctor following a proper telehealth appointment.
At Doccy, our doctors can issue certificates for a range of conditions including cold and flu, gastroenteritis, migraines, back pain, mental health days, and other conditions that prevent you from attending work or study. The certificate confirms you were assessed by a qualified doctor and deemed unfit for your usual duties during the specified period.
Can Doccy do backdated medical certificates?
Yes, Doccy can issue backdated medical certificates under specific circumstances. Australian doctors cannot change the issue date - the online certificate must be dated the day it's written. However, a qualified doctor can certify that your illness began earlier if clinically justified.
After a proper clinical assessment, if Doccy's clinicians believe you were unfit during an earlier period, they can certify those days on your sick certificate. For example, if you were too unwell to seek medical attention on Monday but consulted with Doccy on Wednesday, the doctor can note that your symptoms began on Monday based on your medical history.
Note: a Medicare card is not required for Doccy's telehealth service, and we can also issue carers certificates and online prescriptions where clinically appropriate.
Thousands of Doccy Medical Certificate Reviews
Australians trust Doccy when they need a medical certificate fast. Our AHPRA-registered doctors provide medical certificates online through a simple consultation - no GP appointment required. Read what patients say about our telehealth service.
"I'm severely sick and can't leave house for medical certificate thank gosh for this site it's only $17.90 for 2 days and I'm able to get paid from work without torturing myself to doctor at 7-8/10 sickness ATM. Thank you Soo much. Second time I use this site. Boss refuses to pay us without medical certificate so thank you for allowing us to rest at home when completely battered."
"Highly recommend for a quick response to provide a medical certificate. It only took two minutes before I got sent mine."
"Invaluable, fast, efficient service especially as weekend, regular GP unavailable, able to get a Medical Certificate for time off needed to recover has been stressfree. Thank you"
"Super fast service. Highly recommend. Needed a cert for work and I got it in just mins."
"My grandaughter required a medical certificate for school as she missed an exam. Very impressed with service and how quick the certificate came through. Many thanks"
"This service is soooo good considering it is nigh impossible to see a doctor IN PERSON when you actually NEED to see a doctor... Thankyou Doccy!"
"Easy and fastest way to get a Dr consult, thank you, very thorougher service, professional very detailed and Dr was right on phone in no time thanks."
"Thank you for your prompt and helpful service. I can better rest and recover staying at home today. I will use Doccy the next time I have mild flue like symptoms."
"Very fast and easy and they gather more information about your health and medications. Decent service loved it"
"Easy peasy! All done in around 10 minutes."
"Pretty quick, also got prefilled options of symptoms you can click on to add. Use of AI. Very good price"
"So easy and affordable definitely recommend"
When do you need a medical certificate?
In Australia, there are several situations where you may need to provide a medical certificate. Understanding when documentation is required can help you plan ahead and avoid issues with your employer or institution. With Doccy, get your certificate online in minutes without leaving home.
Sick leave from work
Under the Fair Work Act, employers can request reasonable evidence for any sick leave absence. Many workplaces require a medical certificate for absences of two or more consecutive days, though some employers require documentation from day one. Check your workplace policy to understand your specific requirements.
University and TAFE
Educational institutions typically require medical certificates for missed exams, assignment extensions, or extended absences. Most universities accept online medical certificates from AHPRA-registered doctors, making telehealth a convenient option for students too unwell to visit campus.
Carer's leave
If you need time off to care for an immediate family member or household member who is ill, your employer may request a medical certificate or statutory declaration. Doccy can issue carer's certificates for eligible patients through our telehealth service.
Travel
Travel claims may require medical certificates to support claims or verify your incapacity to board a flight. Our certificates are accepted by government agencies, travel insurers and airlines as valid medical documentation.
Best Online Medical Certificate in Australia?
What to look for when choosing an online medical certificate provider.
Not all online medical certificates are the same. The best online medical certificate in Australia needs three things: a real doctor behind it, your employer has to accept it, and the price has to be fair.
Most online providers charge between $14.99 and $51 for a single day. Doccy starts at $12.90.
But price isn't everything. Here's what makes a good provider.
Real doctors review your case
For a medical certificate to be valid, it has to come from a doctor who is registered with AHPRA (the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency). Some providers don't make it clear who actually looks at your case. At Doccy, every certificate is reviewed and signed by an AHPRA-registered Australian doctor.
A proper consultation, not a tick-and-flick
You need a real consultation before a certificate can be issued. That's what the Australian Medical Association says. Doccy collects your symptoms and medical history through an AI-powered chat first. Then a doctor reviews everything and speaks with you directly. That way, your certificate stands up if your employer ever asks questions.
No surprise fees
Some providers show a cheap price up front, then charge extra for backdating, multi-day coverage or faster delivery. Doccy is $12.90 for one day and $28.00for up to five days. Backdating is included. You don't need a Medicare card.
Your certificate is sent straight away
Some providers make you wait hours after the doctor has already finished reviewing your case. At Doccy, your certificate is emailed to you the second the doctor approves it. Most people get theirs within 10 minutes. We're open 24/7, including weekends and public holidays.
Your employer can check it's real
Every Doccy certificate has a unique code on it. Your employer or university can verify it at doccy.com.au/verify-certificate. Not all providers do this.
Run by doctors
Doccy is owned and run by registered doctors. Every clinical decision is made by a doctor.
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Sick and dreading the clinic? Skip it. Our AHPRA-registered doctors assess you online and your certificate hits your inbox in minutes.
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Online Medical Certificate FAQs
Common questions about getting a medical certificate online in Australia from AHPRA-registered doctors