NHS Help paying for glasses
As well as a free NHS eye test, you may also be entitled to an NHS optical voucher that can be used to help to pay towards cost of your glasses.
The NHS provides help with the cost of glasses based on Age, Health or Income.
Who qualifies for an NHS Voucher?
You are entitled if you are:
Age
- You are under 16
- You are under 19 years of age and in full-time education
Health
- You are registered blind or partially sighted
- You are prescribed a complex lens
Income
You or your partner receive Income Support or Income-Based Job Seeker's Allowance
You or your partner receive a Tax Credit and are named on a Tax Credit NHS Exemption Certificate
You have a low income and are named on an NHS HC2 certificate for full help with health costs.
People named on an NHS certificate for partial help with health costs (HC3) might also get help. See your certificate for details.
Please bring your proof of entitlement when you come along for your eye test as you will be asked to provide it. If you are unsure whether you qualify for an NHS voucher contact your local branch of D&A or NHS Direct on 0845 46 47.
Free Glasses for Kids
If your child (under 16) is prescribed glasses after their free eye test at D&A, our Optometrist will give you an NHS voucher towards the cost. Children can choose from our free Kids frame range or choose to upgrade to a wider range of frames for only £20.
How can I use my NHS voucher?
At D&A, you can use your voucher to get free lenses and a £29 discount off our wide selection of frames, which means you can get a complete pair of glasses from only £20.
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