NHS Free eye tests



Who is entitled to Free NHS Eye Tests

You are entitled to a free NHS sight test in England, Wales and Ireland if you meet any of these criteria:

  • under 16 years of age, or under 19 and in full time education
  • 60 years of age, or over
  • registered blind, or partially sighted
  • diagnosed as having diabetes or glaucoma
  • 40 years of age, or over, and have a brother, sister, or parent who has glaucoma
  • you have been advised by an ophthalmologist that you are at risk of glaucoma
  • prescribed certain complex lenses, such as certain types of bifocal, or powerful, lenses

You are also entitled to a free NHS eye test if you, or your partner, are receiving the following benefits:

  • Income Support
  • Pension Credit Guarantee Credit
  • Income Based Job Seekers Allowance (not contribution based)
  • you are named on a Tax Credit NHS Exemption Certificate
  • you are named on an NHS certificate (HC2) for full help with health costs
  • you are named on an NHS certificate for partial help with health costs (HC3)
  • book here now for a FREE eye test and get 10% off your prescription glasses.

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