NHS Eye Tests
Who Qualifies for a free eye test with the NHS?
You will be entitled to a free eye test if any of the following apply:
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You’re aged under 16
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You’re aged 16, 17 or 18 and are in full-time education
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You’re aged 60 or over
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You’re registered as partially sighted (sight impaired) or blind (severely sight impaired)
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You’ve been diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma
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You’re 40 or over, and your mother, father, brother, sister, son or daughter has been diagnosed with glaucoma
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You’ve been advised by an ophthalmologist (eye doctor) that you’re at risk of glaucoma
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You’re on certain benefits (Income Support, Income-related Employment and Support Allowance, Universal credits, Tax Credit, Income Based Jobseekers Allowance)
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If you are on a low income, you may be able to get help with the cost of sight tests, glasses and contact lenses through the NHS Low-income Scheme.
Who qualifies for NHS Vouchers? (Help towards the cost of spectacles or contact lenses)
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Children under 16
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Full-time students under 19
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Those receiving Income based benefits, i.e. Income Support, Working Families Tax Credit, Income Based Job Seekers Allowance and Pension Credit Guarantee Credit.
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Those holding Form HC2/3
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Complex lenses (partial help)
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Persons not in the above list but on low income may still get help.
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Please ask for Form HC1 in advance of your appointment.