12 month prescriptions

12 Month Prescriptions
As from 1st February 2026, some people with stable, long-term health conditions may be able to get prescriptions for some medications for up to 12 months.

Your doctor will work with you to decide if a 12-month prescription is safe and appropriate for you and your health needs. If you feel this may be an option for you then please make a face-to-face appointment with your doctor to discuss. This visit will be a 12-month prescription appointment and if you wish to discuss other things then please make a double appointment.

12-month prescriptions are more likely to be suitable for people with stable, long-term health conditions when the dose of medication is unlikely to change and you do not require regular monitoring with blood tests or blood pressure.

The rules for controlled drugs like strong pain relievers and ADHD medicines are not changing. ADHD medications will continue to be prescribed for 3 months with no more than 1 month dispensed by the pharmacy. 

12 month prescriptions must be picked up from the same pharmacy. Please note if you need to change pharmacy's, lose your medications, or require an extra short supply until you can see your doctor for a face-to- face review, there will be an additional charge for this. 

 Please remember: Your health always comes first.

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USA Immigration Medicals Registration

  • To register for a US immigration medical please fill out the form below.

  • Registration Form

    (as it appears on your passport)
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  • All patients need to read and understand the following:

    • You must bring your original passport, and it must have a current expiry date.
    • You must bring your medical forms to the appointment or know your case number if you are going to have your case completed electronically. Please notes: your visa type will dictate whether you need to have your medical completed manually (on forms) or electronically. If you aren't sure, please contact the US Consulate. If we complete the medical the wrong way you will be required to return to have it re-done
    • You must bring four passport photos if you are having your medical completed on paper forms.
    • If you cannot speak English to a good, conversational level, you must bring an interpreter. Family members and friends cannot be used as interpreters.
    • If you are aged under 16 years, you must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
    • If you wear glasses or contact lenses you must bring these
    • If you have any significant or ongoing medical conditions, or take regular medication, please bring supporting documentation from your regular medical provider or specialist.
    • There are compulsory vaccination requirements for immigrant medicals. Please bring any vaccination records with you if you have them.
    • A urine sample is required for analysis. Please ensure you are well hydrated prior to your appointment. Females, if you are menstruating, we are unable to test your urine until at least 3 days after your period finishes.
    • You must arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your first appointment as you will need to complete a registration form at reception.
    • A full body medical examination will need to be carried out by the doctor. You will be asked to remove all of your clothing, except your underwear. If you have religious or cultural beliefs which may impact on this please discuss this with us prior to making your appointment. We have both male and female doctors available. The examination rooms have a curtained cubicle for your privacy, and a sheet to cover yourself with.
    • You must fill in the top of your medical paperwork with your name, DOB, passport number and case number.
    • Some visas require you to bring court documents and conviction information to the appointment. Please check with the US National Visa Centre.
    • Failure to comply with any of the above instructions may mean we have to cancel your appointment on the day, and charge you a doctor’s consultation fee for the unused appointment.

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