Hey ladies,

Do any of you know if you are entitled to free eye tests with Mat exemp card? I wear glasses for reading and im sure my eyes are getting worse. Ive heard so many different things that you are and your not entitled.

Ta muchly
xxx

Hiya

Youl need to ring tax credits people once baby is born, if your household income is under £15,000 (i think..) then then send you a seperate exemption card.

Maternity expemption card is definately only for free dental treatment and prescriptions.

Hope this helps..

Claire, Freddie 11 months and pink bump 29+5 xx

Not if your not on any benefits. I was on job seekers income based when i was pregnant & managed to get a free eye test & a voucher off my new glasses. The maternity exemption card is only for prescriptions & dental treatment doesnt include eye tests. It stupid really.

Take Care
Stacey & 7 & half month old Olivia
xxx

P.s
Also if you do get a eye test if your on benefits & its not been longer than 2 years & your prescripotion hasent changed then you have to pay for the test.