MedicalCertificateGP vs InstantScripts
Both services offer online medical certificates from AHPRA-registered Australian doctors. Here's how the pricing, turnaround, and process actually stack up — verified November 2025.
| Feature | MedicalCertificateGP | InstantScripts |
|---|---|---|
| Single-day certificate | $19.90 | $19.00 |
| Multi-day certificate | $29.90 | $49.00 (requires consult) |
| Carer's certificate | $19.90 | $19.00 |
| Subscription required | No | No |
| Average turnaround | Under 5 min | Under 30 min |
| AHPRA-registered doctors | Yes | Yes |
| Refund if not approved | Yes — automatic | Yes |
| 24/7 availability | Yes | Yes |
Pricing sourced from each provider's public pricing page, November 2025. We don't claim to be affiliated with InstantScripts.
The bottom line
For a single sick day, both services are within 90¢ of each other — pick whichever loads faster. For multi-day certificates, MedicalCertificateGP is 39% cheaper ($29.90 vs $49). InstantScripts routes multi-day requests through a paid phone or video consult; we issue them at a flat fee, in writing, from the same questionnaire.
Both providers use AHPRA-registered Australian doctors and issue certificates accepted by employers and educators Australia-wide. The clinical standard is identical — the difference is the price and how long you wait.