My Experience with Medi2Cert for Shotgun Certificate Renewal

When the time came to renew my shotgun certificate, I knew I did not want to repeat the nightmare I had endured with my GP at my last renewal. The delays, lack of communication, and general indifference I experienced previously left me determined to find a better option this time. 

That’s what led me to Medi2Cert, a professional service that specialises in medical certification for firearms and shotgun applications. They are well known within the shooting community, even advertising with GunsOnPegs, which reassured me that they understood exactly what was required and could be trusted with such a sensitive process.

Why Medi2Cert?

The shotgun licensing process is becoming more complex and, unfortunately, slower. Delays are increasingly common, and time is often of the essence. Medi2Cert stood out because of their clear, user-friendly approach and their advertised seven-day turnaround from the point your GP records are returned to them. To me, that was a no-brainer.

The company offers a straightforward, online process that allows you to begin your application for medical records with ease. Their website is intuitive, easy to navigate, and designed with the applicant in mind. Compared to the idea of visiting my GP surgery, sitting in a waiting room, battling parking, and handing papers to an uninterested receptionist, this streamlined online process felt modern, professional, and far less stressful.

The Process in Practice

Once I submitted my application, everything was clear and straightforward. Medi2Cert took on the responsibility of contacting my GP surgery to request my records. What became obvious very quickly was that while Medi2Cert are efficient, GP surgeries are not always as cooperative.

After 16 days, I still had not received confirmation, so I reached out to Medi2Cert directly to find out what was causing the delay. The response from their team was immediate, professional, and reassuring. They explained that GP surgeries are legally allowed up to 30 days to release medical records, and in practice, many take the full time or longer. What I appreciated most was that Medi2Cert had not been sitting idle, in fact far from it. They had already contacted my GP four separate times in those 16 days to chase the application on my behalf.

That persistence paid off. Within just a few days of me speaking to them, my GP finally released the records. Thanks to Medi2Cert’s intervention and ongoing pressure, I had my completed medical certificate back within 20 days, ready to include with my renewal application which is all online these days. 

To put that in perspective, had I gone directly through my GP, I would almost certainly still be waiting. At the time of writing, the expected turnaround for certificates handled solely by GP surgeries is 30–45 days

Service Beyond Expectation

Another highlight of my experience was a personal call from Medi2Cert’s CEO, Mr. Richard Freeman. He took the time to explain the intricacies of the process, why GP surgeries are often slow, and how his company is working hard to bridge that gap. Having the CEO of the business personally call me was not something I expected, and it demonstrated how much Medi2Cert values its clients. That level of customer service is rare anywhere, let alone in something as bureaucratic as firearms licensing.

Cost and Value

The service cost £75 plus VAT, for both record retrieval and the medical certificate. Yes, that is more expensive than going directly to a GP (approximately £65), but I can say with confidence that it is money well spent. The convenience, the speed, and above all, the personal service made it excellent value. Medi2Cert did all the heavy lifting, liaising with my GP surgery, handling the admin, and keeping me informed. The peace of mind alone is worth it.

Final Thoughts

The firearms and shotgun licensing process is often frustrating, drawn-out, and unpredictable. Having Medi2Cert manage the medical certification element has been a genuine relief. They are pioneering a professional, streamlined approach to what has historically been a slow and stressful part of the application.

Their service is first-class: user-friendly online applications, proactive chasing of GP surgeries, excellent communication, and even personal involvement from the CEO. Without their persistence, contacting my GP four times in just over two weeks, I would still be waiting for my certificate. Instead, I had it ready to use within 20 days.

I highly recommend Medi2Cert to anyone needing a medical certificate for shotgun or firearms applications or renewals. They are professional, diligent, and committed to their clients. In a world where GP surgeries can take 30–45 days just to release a set of records, Medi2Cert are bridging the gap and setting a new standard for efficiency. For me, this is the only way I will ever handle medical certification for shotgun renewals in the future.