Can you use an expired prescription for glasses?

No, you cannot use an expired eyeglass prescription to buy new glasses. The reason for this is simple: our eyes change as we age, and a prescription from several years ago may no longer guarantee clear vision. You may not realize how much your vision has deteriorated since your last eye exam.

How long are eyeglasses prescriptions good for?

After a visit to the eye doctor, you will get a prescription if you need corrective lenses. The prescription will only be valid for a fixed time; eyeglass prescription expiration periods vary but are usually one to two years.

Does zenni take expired prescriptions?

IF YOUR PRESCRIPTION HAS EXPIRED OR IS MORE THAN TWO YEARS OLD, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU CONFIRM IT WITH YOUR DOCTOR OR EYE CARE PROVIDER PRIOR TO SUBMITTING AN ORDER. Your order information is saved in your user account for future use.

Can I get new glasses without an eye exam?

Unfortunately, you won’t be able to get a prescription filled without a new exam if your prescription has expired. It is actually illegal for someone to fill an expired glasses prescription. Even if you think your vision hasn’t changed, you still need to get a new exam before you get new glasses.

Will Warby Parker use an expired prescription?

While it’s true that prescriptions can remain unchanged for years, we cannot override the expiration date without your doctor’s permission. We’re happy to give your doctor a call if you’d like—just DM us their contact information and your date of birth.

Can you use an expired prescription for glasses Warby Parker?

If you have an expired vision prescription, you can use an iPhone, a computer and about 12 feet of space to find out if your vision has changed since your last exam. If they’re the same as your previous prescription, the doctor will provide you an updated one to use for new frames from Warby Parker.