Private GP Cost UK 2026: Online, In-Person and Home Visit Prices
Private GP cost guide for the UK, covering online appointments, in-person clinics, home visits, prescriptions, referral letters and hidden extras.
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- Reporting period
- 2026-05-10
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- 2026-05-10
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How much does a private GP cost?
Private GP cost table
| Route | Typical UK cost | Often included | Common extras | |---|---:|---|---| | Asynchronous online GP | GBP25-GBP45 | Clinical review and advice | Medicine cost, pharmacy fees | | Video or phone GP | GBP29-GBP75 | GP appointment and advice | Prescription issue fee, referral letter | | In-person private GP | GBP60-GBP200 | Physical examination | Tests, letters, follow-up | | Extended GP consultation | GBP100-GBP300 | Longer appointment | Diagnostics and follow-up | | Home visit GP | GBP200-GBP600 | GP visit at home, hotel or workplace | Travel premium, tests, medicines |
According to TreatCompare analysis of 46 UK private GP routes, the lowest-cost private GP route is usually online, while in-person and home-visit care cost more because they include clinic capacity, examination time or travel.
What changes the total cost?
The advertised private GP fee is usually the appointment price. The final cost can rise if you need a private prescription, pharmacy medicine, a referral letter, a fit note, blood tests, imaging or a follow-up appointment.
NHS alternative
NHS GP appointments are free at the point of use. Private GP care is usually used for speed, appointment length, convenience or access to a specific private referral route.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a private GP cost in the UK?
Private GP appointments commonly cost GBP25-GBP75 online, GBP60-GBP200 in person and GBP200-GBP600 for home visits. Extra charges can apply for prescriptions, tests, referral letters and follow-up appointments.
What is the cheapest private GP route?
The cheapest route is usually an asynchronous or video online GP appointment, starting from around GBP25-GBP29.
Are private GP appointments regulated?
Doctors providing private GP care must be GMC-registered. In England, some premises and services may also be CQC-regulated.
Sources & further reading
- General Medical Council register — Doctor registration checks.
- NHS GP services — NHS GP access route and public alternative.
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