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Medically reviewed by Dr Ammar Al-Ani
MBChB, CCBST, AMC, General Practitioner, 28+ Years of Experience
Updated in January 2026
If you are too sick to work or study, you can get a valid medical certificate online without a huge bill. Because of the Australian Government rules, online medical certificates cannot be bulk-billed or provided at zero cost out-of-pocket.
However, you can get a medical certificate through Hola Health for a small fee (starting at $14.90). This is much cheaper than paying $80 or more for a private clinic visit.
Caution: Beware of the sites that offer a ‘free medical certificate online‘. These sites could be spam or provide fake medical certificates that may have legal consequences.
You can skip the travel, parking costs, and high clinic fees. Hola Health offers a fast and affordable online medical certificate service for everyone in Australia. You can get a legitimate sick certificate issued by a registered doctor and sent to your phone in minutes.
Here’s how it works:
Hola Health is an Australian-based telehealth service that works exclusively with AHPRA-registered doctors and nurse practitioners. It operates Australia-wide and is designed for situations just like yours – when you’re sick, need a medical certificate for work or university, and want to sort it out quickly online. No travel, no waiting. With Hola Health, all certificates are issued by AHPRA-registered doctors or nurse practitioners, making it legit and a valid piece of evidence for sick leave across Australia.
The service runs 24 hours, every day, including public holidays and weekends. The process is straightforward and user-friendly, even if you’re bedridden with the flu or a cough.
You can request your certificate through the:
The platform guides you through a short questionnaire about your illness.
For example, if you have a bad cold, a migraine, or acid reflux, you simply list your symptoms. A doctor will review your case shortly after you submit. If approved, your online medical certificate is emailed to you immediately. This is perfect for those mornings when you wake up sick and need to notify work right away. You avoid the waiting room and don’t have to worry about spreading germs.
The online doctor’s certificate you receive is a fully legitimate document. It includes the doctor’s name, signature, their AHPRA registration number, and the dates you are unfit for work.
| Feature | Detail |
| Accepted? | Yes. Universally accepted by employers and schools as proof of illness. |
| Cost | Starts at $14.90 for a one-day certificate ($39 for two days or more). |
| How to get it | Fill out a quick online form. A doctor reviews it (usually within 15 minutes). Receive if approved in minutes. |
| Convenience | High. Apply from bed; no travel, no waiting. Get it on your phone directly. |
| Credibility | High. It is an official medical document signed by a licensed and registered Australian doctor or nurse practitioner. |
| When to use? | Use it when you are too sick to leave home or can’t get a GP appointment. |
Get your online medical certificate for sick leave now.
