Eye tests and prescribed glasses or contact lenses qualify for 20% tax relief. If you've paid for vision care, you can claim tax back on qualifying expenses.
👓 Vision Care Tax Relief
- Relief rate: 20%
- Covers: Eye tests, glasses, contacts (when prescribed)
- Claim period: 4 years back
- Example: €300 glasses = €60 back
What Vision Expenses Qualify?
- Eye examinations
- Prescription glasses
- Contact lenses (if prescribed)
- Laser eye surgery
- Treatment for eye conditions
💡 Important Note
Glasses and contacts must be prescribed by an optician to qualify. Keep your prescription and receipt.
What Doesn't Qualify?
- Non-prescription sunglasses
- Purely cosmetic coloured contacts
- Cleaning solutions and accessories
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