Pregnancy fit-to-fly certificate
Most airlines require a signed GP letter to fly after 28 weeks. Get yours without a clinic visit, most same day, all by 9AM next morning.
✔ Accepted by UK and international airlines.
✔ GMC and FCDO registered doctors.
✔ Most same day. All by 9AM next morning.
From £49.
✔ Full refund if the GP cannot issue.
GET MY FIT TO FLY 
Please check your airline's specific pregnancy policy before applying, as gestational cut-offs and documentation requirements vary by carrier.
Dr Maria Knobel Medical Director · GMC 7495073 
Excellent service. Not long after filling in the entire form, I got connected to a Doctor and the process went very smoothly. Highly recommended.- Mary, London W7
Super quick response, highly recommended service. - Kurt, London SW6
How It Works
Complete a short online questionnaire
No appointment required. Complete a short medical questionnaire and upload any supporting evidence.
Doctor reviews your evidence
A GMC-registered doctor reviews your submission individually. No automated approvals.
✔ Full refund if the GP cannot issue.
Receive your certificate
Certificates arrive most same day, all by 9AM next morning, delivered as a signed PDF direct to your inbox.
Very happy, I ordered my Medical Certificate in the early morning hours and before noon time of same day I had it on my inbox. Speedy service and they present the health condition precisely, get to the point.
They meet the incredibly fast turnaround stated (certificate/letter sent before 9am the following morning if the doctor feels that a letter/certificate is appropriate) which is incredibly quick and I am really grateful for the help provided!
Very easy and quick to get my certificate. And the certificate was approved from the specific company to travel with my dog. I will use them again. Well done.
Second time using this company and they are fabulous! Always great, fast, friendly service. Highly recommend!
This was my second time using Medical Cert, and once again the service was exceptionally quick and professional. Everything was handled efficiently, with clear communication throughout.
I found the service very straight forward and quick. Exactly what I needed to get my Padi medical form signed before our holiday. Thank you very much.
Second year running where requested Sports Certificate has been produced promptly in advised timescales.
Process was easy and responses were quick. I would recommend their service.
Fast efficient service for medical certificates. I used the not fit to fly service and was provided with a certificate the next day, the price is very reasonable and enabled a flight credit refund with my airline. Would recommend and would use again if needed.
A fast and efficient service. It wasn't complicated and the Fit-to-fly note was accepted by the Airport without any further questions. Thank you.
Ideal for me, I am looking to get a certificate for some medical issues I have. So this is the perfect solution for me, uploading docs was easy and the forms very straightforward to fill in. Will definitely use them again. Many thanks.
Excellent service. Easy to use and certificate issued in less than 24 hours. £39 as opposed to the £150 my GP charges. Highly recommended.
Quick and reasonably pain-free. Received their standard certificate as well as my requested bespoke certificate, by email, by 9am the following morning. Both completed properly, signed and stamped as required. More expensive than my GP, but infinitely quicker and easier.
One of the best experiences. It's easy to get a GP note.
Excellent. My GP refuses to issue DWP MED 3 Fit Notes to students. MedicalCert were excellent and extremely helpful in providing a necessary certificate. Highly recommended.
You were amazing, you kept me updated and replied promptly to any queries I had. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
They helped me, they were very professional and nice.
Very pleased. Quick service with very professional letter provided.
Great service, pretty straight forward and easy to use the website.
I was recommended Medical Cert by a friend and was so impressed with the service received. I would recommend using a laptop rather than a phone. Overall a fantastic and fast service.
Pregnancy Fit to Fly Certificate
A pregnancy fit to fly certificate is a medical document issued by a GMC-registered doctor confirming your estimated due date, that your pregnancy is uncomplicated, and that air travel is clinically appropriate at the time of assessment. Most UK airlines require this documentation once you pass 28 weeks of gestation.
Without a certificate, airlines will refuse boarding from 28 weeks onwards — regardless of how well you feel. A MedicalCert pregnancy fit to fly certificate carries the same clinical weight as one from your NHS GP or midwife, is accepted by all major UK carriers, and can be issued the same day.
Gestation Thresholds — When Do You Need a Certificate?
The bands below reflect standard UK airline policy and UK Civil Aviation Authority guidance. You must specify your gestation at both outbound and return departure dates — if your return gestation exceeds the airline’s cut-off, travel cannot be permitted regardless of when the certificate was issued.
Airline Pregnancy Policies — Major UK Carriers
Policies shown are general guidelines. Always confirm requirements directly with your airline before booking — some carriers require their own specific form rather than a general letter.
| Airline | Certificate from | Cut-off (singleton) | Cut-off (multiples) |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | 28 weeks | End of week 36 | End of week 32 |
| Ryanair | 28 weeks | End of week 36 | End of week 32 |
| easyJet | 28 weeks | End of week 35 | End of week 32 |
| Jet2 | 28 weeks | End of week 35 | End of week 33 |
| TUI | 28 weeks | End of week 36 | End of week 32 |
| Virgin Atlantic | 28 weeks | End of week 36 | End of week 32 |
Ryanair requires the certificate to be dated within 2 weeks of the departure date. Check your specific carrier’s policy before ordering.
Who May Not Be Eligible
A certificate is issued only where clinically appropriate. If any of the following apply, the doctor may be unable to issue remotely — in-person assessment by your midwife or obstetric team is strongly advised:
If the doctor cannot issue a certificate, a full refund is provided.
DVT Risk During Pregnancy Flights
Pregnancy significantly increases the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) during air travel due to reduced circulation and prolonged sitting. The risk is highest in the third trimester and on long-haul routes.
Standard DVT precautions for pregnant flyers
If you are cleared to fly: wear graduated compression stockings (class 1 or 2), stay mobile in the cabin on long-haul flights, stay well hydrated, and avoid alcohol. Your GP or midwife should advise whether additional thromboprophylaxis — such as low molecular weight heparin — is appropriate for your specific risk profile before travel.
What Your Certificate Includes
Every MedicalCert pregnancy fit to fly certificate contains the elements airlines require at check-in and the boarding gate:
Certificate contents
- ✔Your name, date of birth, and contact details
- ✔Estimated due date (EDD)
- ✔Gestation at outbound and return departure dates
- ✔Singleton or multiple pregnancy confirmed
- ✔Confirmation the pregnancy is uncomplicated and air travel is clinically appropriate
- ✔GMC registration number of the signing doctor
- ✔Unique QR code for airline verification
You must upload your most recent maternity notes or antenatal summary with your submission. If your airline has its own form, include it and the doctor will complete it alongside the standard certificate.
How to Get a Pregnancy Fit to Fly Certificate
Complete the online consultation form
Provide your gestation, estimated due date, travel dates, airline, and relevant medical history. Upload your most recent maternity notes or antenatal summary.
GMC-registered doctor reviews your case
Your submission is reviewed the same day. If further information is needed the doctor may contact you before issuing.
Certificate delivered to your inbox
If clinically appropriate, your signed PDF certificate arrives same day (submit before 9pm) or by 9am next morning. If the doctor cannot issue, you receive a full refund.
Present at check-in or the boarding gate
Carry the certificate in your hand luggage. Staff may request it at check-in, bag drop, or the gate — particularly on international routes.