Do students get free eye tests (UK)?
In the UK, free eye tests are available on the NHS to people who fall into certain categories. You may also be entitled to a voucher that covers or contributes towards the cost of any spectacles or contact lenses you may need. The following groups of people are eligible for free tests: Children under the age of 16 or under 19 if they are in full time education People over the age of 60 Those claiming benefits (income support, income-based jobseeker’s allowance) or receiving Working Families Tax Credit or Disabled Persons’ Tax Credit (both less than £70 withdrawn) People with diabetes People with glaucoma and people over the age of 40 who are closely related to someone with glaucoma Those at risk from glaucoma People who are registered blind or partially sighted Those on a low income People who are eligible for NHS complex lens vouchers To find out whether you’re entitled to a free eye test, pick up a leaflet from your local health centre or optician, or log on to www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk.
