GMS1 form

jee-em-ess-WUN /ˌdʒiː em es ˈwʌn/

Formal Neutral

What it really means

The standard paper form for registering with a GP in England. Many surgeries now let you register online instead. You do not need proof of immigration status to register.

Chinese explanation

在英格兰注册GP用的标准表格。现在很多诊所也支持在线注册。注册时不需要提供移民身份证明。

Example conversation

A: How do I join this surgery? B: Fill in a GMS1 form at the desk, or do it on our website if you prefer.

A：我怎么加入这家诊所？ B：在前台填一张GMS1表，或者你也可以在我们网站上办理。

What you could say back

“I'll do it online, thanks.”

Related phrases

Registering with a GP Proof of address

Official sources

Rules and amounts change — confirm important details with the official source.

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