Moving House? Find & Register With a GP Near Your New Home
Search any UK postcode to find nearby GP practices and the nearest A&E — with a direct link to register.
How to Register With a New Doctor When Moving House
Registering with a local GP surgery as soon as you have your new property address ensures uninterrupted healthcare access and seamless prescription continuity:
Choose a GP practice near your new home
Most practices now accept patients regardless of strict catchment boundaries under NHS patient choice rules. Check with the surgery directly to confirm their list is currently open to new registrations.
Register online or in person
You can register directly through the NHS website, via the practice's own online portal (often using the national 'Register with a GP surgery' service), or by completing a paper GMS1 form at the reception desk with proof of ID.
You do NOT need to wait until move day
At most practices, you can submit your registration in advance once exchange of contracts is complete or your tenancy move-in date is agreed, avoiding healthcare gaps upon key collection.
Receive your registration confirmation & medical transfer
Once processed, your electronic health records and repeat prescription authorizations will be automatically transferred over the NHS network, allowing you to book consultations immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About GP Registration & Moving
Everything you need to know about registering with a local doctor, proof of address rules, and urgent care.
No. Most practices accept patients from a wider catchment area, and NHS 'Patient Choice' regulations allow surgeries to register out-of-area patients if they have capacity (though home visits may not be offered to patients living outside the core boundary). You can choose any practice that accepts you.
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