How much does a private GP appointment cost at The Online GP?

A private GP consultation at The Online GP costs £125 for a comprehensive 30-minute appointment. This includes full examination, diagnosis, treatment plan, prescriptions, and any necessary medical certificates. Executive health screenings start from £450. We accept all major cards and international payments.

Can I get a same-day GP appointment at The Online GP?

Yes, The Online GP specializes in same-day appointments 7 days a week, including weekends and bank holidays. Simply WhatsApp us at +44 7399323620 or call +44 20 3951 3429 to book your appointment immediately. Most patients are seen within 2-3 hours of booking.

Where is The Online GP located in London?

The Online GP is conveniently located at 49 Marylebone High St, London W1U 5HJ. We're just 3 minutes walk from Baker Street Station (Jubilee, Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Bakerloo lines), 5 minutes from Bond Street Station, and easily accessible from all Central London areas.

What conditions can The Online GP treat?

The Online GP provides comprehensive primary care for all conditions including: infections (UTI, chest, skin), chronic diseases (diabetes, hypertension, asthma), mental health (anxiety, depression), women's health (contraception, menopause), men's health, skin conditions, digestive issues, and provides health screenings, all vaccinations, medical certificates, specialist referrals, and second opinions. Our UK-registered GPs handle everything an NHS GP would, with 30-minute appointments for thorough care.

Do you accept international patients at The Online GP?

Yes, The Online GP welcomes international patients from UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, USA, China and worldwide. We provide UK medical certificates, comprehensive health reports for insurance, coordinate with home country doctors, and offer translation services. Weekend appointments are available specifically for international visitors. We accept international insurance and payments in multiple currencies.

What's the difference between The Online GP and NHS GP?

The Online GP offers same-day appointments (vs 2-3 week NHS wait), 30-minute consultations (vs 10 minutes NHS), weekend availability (NHS weekdays only), consistent doctor continuity, no registration required, and serves international patients. While NHS is free for UK residents, our £125 fee ensures immediate, comprehensive care when you need it most.

Can The Online GP prescribe medication?

Yes, our UK-registered GPs can prescribe all medications available in the UK, including antibiotics, pain relief, mental health medications, and chronic disease treatments. Prescriptions can be sent electronically to any UK pharmacy or collected from nearby pharmacies. We also provide private prescriptions for international patients.

Do you offer health screening at The Online GP?

Yes, we offer comprehensive health screenings from £450 including full blood tests (cholesterol, diabetes, liver, kidney, thyroid), ECG heart checks, blood pressure monitoring, BMI assessment, and detailed health reports. Same-day appointments available for executive health checks.

How quickly can I see a private GP in London?

The Online GP offers same-day private GP appointments in London, typically within 2-3 hours. We're located 3 minutes from Baker Street station at 49 Marylebone High St, W1U 5HJ. Book via WhatsApp 07399323620 or call 020 3951 3429. In-person consultations from £220, online consultations from £150, telephone advice from £49.

Is The Online GP open on weekends?

Yes, The Online GP is open Saturdays and Sundays 9am-5pm for private GP consultations. We offer both in-person appointments at our Marylebone clinic near Baker Street and online video consultations. No NHS registration required. Same-day booking available via WhatsApp 07399323620.

How much does a private GP appointment cost in London?

The Online GP offers private GP appointments from £49 for same-day telephone advice, £150 for online video consultations, and £220 for urgent in-person consultations at our Marylebone clinic. Medical reports are £250. All prices include consultation with GMC-registered doctors. Book at 49 Marylebone High St, London W1U 5HJ.

Do you have Arabic speaking doctors in London?

Yes, The Online GP has multilingual GMC-registered doctors speaking Arabic, Spanish, French, Dutch, and English. We welcome international patients from UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. Located in Marylebone near Baker Street, 3 minutes from the Underground. Book same-day private GP appointment via WhatsApp +44 7399323620.

Where is The Online GP clinic located in London?

The Online GP private doctor clinic is at 49 Marylebone High Street, London W1U 5HJ, just 3 minutes walk from Baker Street Underground Station. We serve Marylebone, Mayfair, Westminster, and all of Central London. Open 7 days a week including weekends. Same-day GP appointments available. Call 020 3951 3429 or WhatsApp 07399323620.

Can I get a prescription from The Online GP?

Yes, our GMC-registered private GPs can issue prescriptions during online or in-person consultations. Prescriptions can be sent electronically to your pharmacy of choice or to Boots, Superdrug, or any UK pharmacy. Available for both UK residents and international patients visiting London. Book consultation from £49 via WhatsApp 07399323620.

Do I need to be registered with NHS to see a private GP?

No, you do not need NHS registration to see a private GP at The Online GP. We welcome UK residents, international patients, expats, and visitors to London. No referral needed. Book same-day private GP appointments online, by phone, or via WhatsApp. Located at 49 Marylebone High St, London W1U 5HJ, near Baker Street.

How Much Does a Private GP Cost in the UK

Jun 28

Written By Omar Elalfy

Last updated June 2026

Medically reviewed by the GMC-registered doctors at The Online GP by The Wellness

The honest answer to what a private GP costs in the UK is that it depends, and the range is wide. The far more useful question is what you actually get for the fee, because two appointments at the same price can deliver very different value. This guide explains the real 2026 price ranges, what drives them, and why what is included matters more than the headline number.

Want a clear answer for your situation. Message The Online GP by The Wellness on WhatsApp or email team@thewellnesslondon.com.

How much does a p rivate GP appointment cost in the UK

In 2026, the highest-priced private GP consul tations on Harley Street cost from 200 to 350 pounds or more, and a private home visit can reach 600 pounds. More widely across the UK, in-person appointments run from around 60 to 200 pounds and video or phone consultations from 25 to 75 pounds. In other words, the best-known central London doctors sit firmly at the top of that range.

These are the figures verified acr oss UK private GP providers in 2026. The spread is enormous because a private GP appointment is not a single product. At the top of the market, est ablished Harley Street practices cha rge from 200 to over 350 pounds per consultation, with some adding timed door-to-door fees and non-refundable deposits. Hospital groups such as HCA UK offer GP services from around 99 pounds or via annual subscriptions. Home visits from a doctor can reach 600 pounds. The point of these numbers is not to find the cheapest. It is to understand that price reflects location, time and w hat is bundled in, and that the headline fee alone tells you very little about value.

What makes private GP prices vary so much

Private GP prices vary based on location, appointment length, whether it is phone, video or in person, the seniority of the doctor, and crucially what is included. A 200 pound Harley Street consultation that charges separately for the sick note, prescription and referral letter can cost more in total than a lower headline fee that includes them all.

This is where most people are caught out. The advertised consultation price is rarely the full story. Some high-cost clinics itemise everything, the prescription, the fit note, the referral letter, the fol low-up, so the real cost climbs quickly. Ot hers quote a higher all-in fee that already covers those documents. Central London rents, especially on Harley Street where commercial rents are among the highest in the world, push prices up without necessarily adding clinical value. The sensible approach is to compare the total cost of everything you need, not just the entry fee, and to weigh it aga inst the time and care you receive.

For a clear, all-in answer rather than a headline figure, enquire on WhatsApp here.

What does The Online GP by The Wellness include

The Online GP by The Wellness includes prescriptions, fit notes and referral letters in the consultation rather than charging for each separately, with same-day GMC-registered doctor appointments and in-house diagnostics. Where the best-known Harley Street practices charge from 200 to 350 pounds or more per consultation, The Online GP by The Wellness starts from 59 pounds for a 15 minute phone consultation, with a GP video appointment from 150 pounds, a same-day GP video appointment from 220 pounds, and a same-day in-person appointment from 275 p ounds.

The v alue here is in the all-in approach. The best private doctors and the prime Harley Street addresses sit at the top of the market for a reason, and their prices reflect senior clinicians, prime locations and the most thorough care. The Online GP by The Wellness gives you that same standard of GMC-registered, doctor-led care from its Marylebone clinic on the edge of the Harley Street medical district, with the prescription, the sick note and the referral letter all built into the appointment so there are no hidden extras. The same-day in-person appointment is the most complete option, an unh urried face-to-face consultation with a doctor who can examine you, run bloods or a scan on site, and connect you to the right specialist partner, which is why many people who want the best outcome choose it. Consultations run 20 to 30 minutes rather than a rushed few, and because the same clinic handles diagnostics and a network of specialist partners, you are not paying separate providers to join up your care.

Is a private GP worth the cost

For most people who value time and a clear answer, a private GP is worth the cost. The honest measure is not the fee in isolation but what you get, same-day access, a 20 to 30 minute consultation, an examination, a plan, and the documents you need, often in one visit rather than spread across weeks of NHS appointments.

The fair comparison is against the realistic alternative. An NHS GP is free, but only if you can get an appointment when you need it, and routine waits of one to three weeks are now common. When the choice is between a private fee and a fortnight's wait, time off work for a dela yed appointment, or a problem that worsens while you wait, the value calculation shifts. Private general practice is not about replacing the NHS. It is about having a fast, evidence-based option for the moments when waiting is not an option. For those moments, most people find the cost well spent.

Not sure what you need or what it would cost. Ask first. Message The Online GP by The Wellness on WhatsApp or email team@thewellnesslondon.com.

How can I keep private GP costs down

You can keep private GP costs down by choosing an appointment type that fits your problem, a phone or video consultation is often cheaper and perfectly suited to issues that do not need an examination, and by choosing a clinic that includes prescriptions, sick notes and referrals rather than charging extra for each.

A few practical points help. For a repeat prescription, a sick note, or advice on symptoms, a phone or video appointment usually does the job at a lower cost than an in-person visit. For anything needing an examination, in person is worth it. A vo id clinics that itemise documents, s ince those extras add up. And pick a clinic that can run any bloods or scans in house, so you are not paying a second provider. The Online GP by The Wellness is built around this all-in, fairly priced approach, with a clear quote available the moment you ask.

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