How to Obtain a Military Medical Certificate in 2026: Locations, Costs, and Steps to Avoid Losing Your Rights

A guide to obtaining the 2026 military conscription medical certificate, summarizing all hospitals providing examinations, the period open for applications, and required documents used to support exemptions for 12 disease groups.

. Afterchecking the list of 12 disease groups exempt from conscription,the most important step is"requesting a medical certificate."This certificate is needed to confirm your eligibility on the selection days (1–12 April 2026). Without a document from the designated military hospitals, you risk losing your exemption and must undergo the standard lottery process. Today, Thairath Online summarizes the steps, locations, and costs all in one place!

Where can you obtain a military medical certificate?

To apply for a military conscription exemption medical certificate, you must request it from hospitals under the Royal Thai Army only (currently about 20–43 nationwide). The main hospitals include:

• Bangkok: Phramongkutklao Hospital
• Central region: Ananda Mahidol Hospital (Lopburi), Thanarat Camp Hospital (Prachuap Khiri Khan), Adisorn Camp Hospital (Saraburi)
• Northern region: Somdej Phra Naresuan Maharaj Camp Hospital (Phitsanulok), Kawila Camp Hospital (Chiang Mai)
• Northeastern region: Suranaree Camp Hospital (Nakhon Ratchasima), Sanpasitthiprasong Camp Hospital (Ubon Ratchathani)
• Southern region: Wachirawut Camp Hospital (Nakhon Si Thammarat), Senanarong Camp Hospital (Songkhla)

Check the full list of nearby military hospitals on the Military Recruitment Division website.

Application period

Military hospitals typically accept applications for military medical certificates from 1 October until about 20–25 February each year only.

Note: If you apply after this deadline, you may need to use a medical certificate from a general public or private hospital for consideration on the selection days (1–12 April), though this may carry less weight than one from a military hospital.

Steps to request a medical certificate

• Prepare documents: Original and copy of national ID card, Sor Dor 9 certificate, and Sor Dor 35 summons.
• Medical history: If previously treated elsewhere, obtaina "copy of medical records"or a medical certificate from the prior facility to help the military doctors assess more quickly.
• Undergo examination: Visit the selected military hospital and inform the reception desk that you are"here for a pre-conscription medical examination."
• Specialist doctors will conduct examinations and issue a medical certificate signed by a medical committee (three members).

What are the costs?

• Basic service/ID card fees: Approximately 30 to 150 baht, depending on the hospital.
• Laboratory fees: If X-rays, blood tests, or other special tests are required, additional fees will apply based on actual costs (it is advisable to prepare about 500 to 2,000 baht, depending on the complexity of the condition).

Prepare yourself and protect your rights

The military medical certificate does not expire for conscription purposes but must be issued by a medical committee according to army regulations. If you know you have a disqualifying condition, act promptly within the specified period to ensure peace of mind on selection day.