NHS Funded Eye-Tests
You are entitled to a NHS funded eye examination if you are:-
- aged 60 or over
- registered blind or partially sighted
- diagnosed with diabetes or glaucoma
- aged 40 or over and have a close relative (parent, sibling or child) with a history of glaucoma
- you have been advised by an ophthalmologist that you are at risk of glaucoma
You will also qualify for a free NHS sight test and be eligible for an optical voucher if you are:-
- aged under 16, or under 19 and in qualifying full-time education
- eligible for a NHS complex lens voucher
- in receipt of certain state benefits
Further information on eligibility can be found on the NHS website.