The Spectacles Supply Scheme provides a comprehensive range of free basic prescription spectacles to eligible Queensland residents. The type of spectacles provided is based on individual clinical need as determined by an optometrist or ophthalmologist.

In addition to clinical eligibility criteria, you must be a permanent Queensland resident and hold, in your own name, one of the following concession cards continuously for a minimum of six months immediately before the date of the application:

  • Health Care Card
  • Pensioner Concession Card
  • Queensland Seniors Card
  • Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) Pensioner Concession Card (if not eligible for spectacles provided under the DVA Optical Supplies Program).

If you are eligible to obtain spectacles through the scheme, you are entitled to purchase limited extras such as tinting, UV protection and hard coating. As these options are based on personal choice rather than clinical need, you are responsible for all associated costs.

For further information contact Queensland Health on 1343 2584 or visit the Queensland Health website.

Responsible department

Queensland Health