How long to get a fit note

I have returned to work and am still waiting for my final fit note. I have tried researching how long I should wait and mostly it says it may take 5 days or a little longer. My HR have been asking when they will get it, as it is now 5 weeks. I have been told it was being chased, then recently no replies.  They did send a message a few months ago to say they were doing staff training, so please bear with them if we have to wait a little longer. I am now thinking, do I just keep telling work I am still waiting, or am I going to have to go over and ask. I don't really want to go over there.

I was wondering if anyone else has had to wait more than 5 days and if so, how long. I understand it is not high priority, but not sure what would be acceptable. I do find not knowing things difficult. I have asked for a reason as that is easier to cope with, but they haven't replied.

Parents
  • When I did it, the doctor filled it up in front of me (the first time), then I needed one more, and he did it in a few days after a phone call.

    I reckon all cases are different, but seems worth asking the GP via phone call.

    It seems from the last lines that you may have called them already. If that is the case I would go on with Olivia Mod's advice.

Reply
  • When I did it, the doctor filled it up in front of me (the first time), then I needed one more, and he did it in a few days after a phone call.

    I reckon all cases are different, but seems worth asking the GP via phone call.

    It seems from the last lines that you may have called them already. If that is the case I would go on with Olivia Mod's advice.

Children
No Data