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Comprehensive Eye Examination in Kathmandu | Eye Test, Vision Testing & Eye Health Screening

Comprehensive Eye Examination in Kathmandu | Eye Test, Vision Testing & Eye Health Screening

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Vision Concern provides comprehensive eye examinations in Kathmandu for children, adults, seniors, computer users and contact-lens wearers. The examination includes structured vision testing, prescription assessment and eye-health screening, with further referral guidance when clinically appropriate. Services are available through the Lazimpat, Boudha-Tushal and Makalbari branches.

Information last verified: September 2026. Appointment and service availability should be confirmed with the preferred branch.

Comprehensive Eye Examination in Kathmandu | Eye Test, Vision Testing & Eye Health Screening

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Looking for a comprehensive eye examination in Kathmandu, eye test Kathmandu, eye checkup Kathmandu, vision test Kathmandu or professional prescription assessment? Vision Concern Eye Clinic & Optical provides structured eye examinations for children, adults, seniors, computer users, contact-lens wearers, tourists and families.

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Professional Eye Test by Our Optometry Team

If you are searching for an optometrist in Kathmandu, professional eye test, glasses power check or a comprehensive vision assessment, Vision Concern provides optometry-based eye examinations through its Lazimpat, Boudha-Tushal and Makalbari branches.

Our optometry team assesses visual acuity, refraction, spectacle prescription, near vision, visual comfort and appropriate eye-health concerns. When findings suggest a condition requiring medical diagnosis, treatment or surgery, suitable ophthalmology or hospital referral may be recommended.

Meet Our Optometrists & Eye-Care Team →

Read: Optometrist in Kathmandu Guide →

What Is a Comprehensive Eye Examination?

A comprehensive eye examination is more than a simple glasses-power check. It evaluates how clearly you see, whether your prescription has changed, how your eyes work for distance and near vision, and whether any findings suggest the need for further assessment.

The exact examination depends on your age, symptoms, previous prescription, visual needs and clinical findings.

What May Be Included in an Eye Examination?

Assessment Purpose
Visual Acuity Checks how clearly you see at distance and near
Refraction Helps determine spectacle prescription
Near Vision Assesses reading and close-work vision
Prescription Review Compares current vision with existing glasses or prescription
Visual Comfort Assessment Reviews symptoms such as eye strain, headaches or focusing difficulty
Eye-Health Screening Checks for findings that may require additional medical assessment
Colour Vision Screening Checks for red-green and other colour vision deficiencies on request

Colour Vision Deficiency (Colour Blindness) Testing in Kathmandu

A colour vision screening can be added to your comprehensive eye examination on request — useful if you've never been tested, or if a job, driving licence or study programme requires proof of normal colour vision. Read more in our guide to colour blindness testing.

For patients who want a lens-based aid rather than (or alongside) diagnosis, Vision Concern also stocks the X-Chrom colour vision filter lens (NPR 8,500 per lens) — a specialist filter lens that can help some people distinguish colours on standard tests. It does not cure colour blindness and is issued only after a professional assessment confirms it's appropriate.

Eye Test & Glasses Price in Kathmandu

Wondering how much an eye test, comprehensive eye examination or pair of prescription glasses costs in Kathmandu? Vision Concern Eye Clinic & Optical provides transparent pricing for eye examinations, prescription glasses, optical lenses and contact lenses at our Lazimpat, Boudha-Tushal and Makalbari branches.

Eye Test & Eye Examination Price in Kathmandu

Service Price (NPR)
Basic vision / glasses power test NPR 200
Comprehensive eye examination – refraction, slit-lamp assessment and appropriate eye-health screening NPR 400
Contact lens fitting assessment NPR 500
Diabetic / occupational eye screening NPR 400

The NPR 400 comprehensive eye examination includes the examination and consultation with our optometry team. Additional specialised investigations, procedures or external specialist referrals, when required, may have separate charges.

Standard pricing is generally consistent across our three branches. Charges may vary for specialised testing or individual clinical requirements.

Eye Clinic Lazimpat  |  Eye Clinic Boudha-Tushal  |  Eye Clinic Makalbari

Prescription Glasses Price in Kathmandu

Vision Concern offers prescription glasses for different prescriptions, budgets and visual requirements.

Product Starting Price (NPR)
Frames NPR 1,000
Single-vision prescription lenses NPR 500
ZEISS single-vision lenses NPR 5,640
Progressive / no-line multifocal lenses NPR 2,500
ZEISS progressive lenses NPR 6,280
Blue-light / computer glasses NPR 1,000
High-index thin lenses NPR 4,500

The final price of prescription glasses depends on your prescription, frame choice, lens material, lens index, coating, design and brand.

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Contact Lens Price in Kathmandu

Contact lenses start from approximately NPR 2,500, depending on prescription, lens type, replacement schedule and brand.

  • Daily contact lenses
  • Monthly contact lenses
  • Toric contact lenses for astigmatism
  • Multifocal contact lenses
  • Colour contact lenses
  • Yearly contact-lens options

Professional contact-lens assessment and fitting are recommended before selecting lenses.

Contact Lens Service  |  Yearly Contact Lenses in Nepal

Eye Tests & Prescription Glasses for Tourists and Expats in Kathmandu

Tourists, expats, international students, diplomats and business travellers often contact Vision Concern after losing glasses, breaking a frame, running out of contact lenses or needing their prescription checked while travelling in Nepal.

Kathmandu can offer attractive optical pricing compared with many higher-cost international markets. Actual savings depend on your prescription, lens design, coating, brand and product selected, so we recommend comparing like-for-like products and specifications.

Vision Concern can assist international visitors with eye examinations, prescription verification, replacement glasses, selected same-day prescription glasses, contact lenses, frame adjustment and repair, ZEISS lens options and urgent optical requirements.

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What's Included in Your Eye Examination?

Depending on your age, symptoms and reason for visiting, your examination may include:

  • Consultation with our optometry team
  • Distance and near visual-acuity testing
  • Refraction and glasses-power assessment
  • Existing prescription verification
  • Near-vision assessment
  • Visual-comfort assessment
  • Appropriate eye-health screening
  • Explanation of examination findings
  • Advice about glasses, contact lenses or further assessment when appropriate
  • Referral recommendation when findings require ophthalmology or hospital evaluation

Frequently Asked Questions About Eye Test Prices in Kathmandu

How much is an eye test in Kathmandu?

At Vision Concern, a basic vision or glasses-power test is NPR 200. A comprehensive eye examination is NPR 400.

Does the NPR 400 comprehensive eye examination include consultation?

Yes. The listed comprehensive eye examination price includes consultation with our optometry team and an explanation of your examination findings.

How much do prescription glasses cost in Kathmandu?

Frames start from approximately NPR 1,000, while basic single-vision prescription lenses start from approximately NPR 500. Final cost depends on the frame, prescription, lens material, coating, design and brand selected.

How much do ZEISS lenses cost in Nepal?

Selected ZEISS single-vision lenses start from approximately NPR 5,640, while selected ZEISS progressive lenses start from approximately NPR 6,280. Final pricing depends on prescription and lens specification.

How much do contact lenses cost in Kathmandu?

Selected contact lenses start from approximately NPR 2,500, depending on type, prescription, replacement schedule and brand.

Are prices the same at Lazimpat, Boudha-Tushal and Makalbari?

Standard pricing is generally consistent across Vision Concern's Lazimpat, Boudha-Tushal and Makalbari branches. Specialised tests, products or individual clinical requirements may result in different charges.

Can tourists get an eye test and prescription glasses in Kathmandu?

Yes. Vision Concern assists tourists and international visitors with eye examinations, prescription verification, replacement glasses, contact lenses and urgent optical requirements.

Can I get a price estimate before visiting?

Yes. Send your existing prescription, preferred lens or glasses requirement and relevant details through WhatsApp for an initial estimate before visiting.

Get an Eye Test or Price Estimate

Need an eye examination, prescription glasses, ZEISS lenses or contact lenses in Kathmandu? Contact Vision Concern at Lazimpat, Boudha-Tushal or Makalbari.

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Who Should Have an Eye Test?

  • Children with difficulty seeing the board or frequent squinting
  • Students with headaches or visual difficulty
  • Adults noticing blurry distance or near vision
  • People whose glasses prescription may have changed
  • Computer and screen users with eye strain
  • Adults over 40 developing near-vision difficulty
  • Contact-lens users needing prescription or fitting review
  • Senior citizens requiring routine vision assessment
  • Tourists or expats needing prescription verification

Eye Test for Blurry Vision

Blurred vision can result from refractive error, changes in prescription, dry-eye-related discomfort, contact-lens issues and other eye conditions.

A professional eye examination can help determine whether updated glasses or further assessment should be considered.

Eye Checkup for Headaches & Eye Strain

Frequent headaches, tired eyes or difficulty focusing may sometimes be associated with uncorrected prescription, prolonged near work or computer use.

A vision assessment can help determine whether prescription correction or further evaluation is appropriate.

Eye Test for Children

Children may not always recognize or report poor vision. Warning signs can include squinting, sitting too close to screens, difficulty seeing the board, headaches or reduced interest in visually demanding schoolwork.

If these signs are present, a professional eye examination may be useful.

Eye Examination for Adults Over 40

As people move into their 40s, near-vision difficulty commonly increases. Reading small print, using a phone or shifting focus between distance and near may become less comfortable.

An eye examination can help determine whether reading glasses, bifocals, progressive lenses or another solution may be suitable.

Eye Test for Contact-Lens Wearers

Contact-lens wearers may need periodic review of prescription, comfort and lens suitability.

Vision Concern provides contact-lens consultation and guidance for selected daily, monthly, toric, multifocal and colour lenses according to prescription and availability.

Contact Lens Guide →

Eye Test for Computer Users

People working long hours on computers may experience eye strain, blurred vision, headaches or difficulty shifting focus.

An eye examination can help determine whether prescription correction, ergonomic changes or further assessment should be considered.

Eye Examination for Prescription Glasses

If you need new glasses, an up-to-date prescription is an important first step.

After the eye examination, Vision Concern can provide guidance on suitable prescription lenses, frames, progressive lenses, high-index lenses and other optical options according to your needs.

Power & Prescription Glasses Guide →

Progressive & Multifocal Lens Assessment

Patients who require both distance and near correction may benefit from progressive or multifocal lens consultation.

Accurate prescription, frame selection and fitting measurements are important for good progressive-lens performance.

Progressive Lenses Kathmandu →

Eye Checkup for Tourists & Expats in Kathmandu

Tourists and international visitors may need prescription verification, replacement glasses, contact lenses or urgent optical assistance while staying in Kathmandu.

Vision Concern has a dedicated tourist and expat eye-care service for suitable eye-test and optical requirements.

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Saturday Eye Checkup in Kathmandu

Patients who are busy during weekdays can also ask about Saturday eye-checkup availability at Vision Concern.

Saturday Comprehensive Eye Checkup →

Home & On-Site Eye Checkup

For suitable elderly patients, mobility-limited patients, hotel guests and office teams, Vision Concern also provides home and on-site eye-checkup services according to location and availability.

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Our Kathmandu Locations

Lazimpat: Das Tower, near Radisson Hotel

Boudha-Tushal: Opposite KFC

Makalbari/Gokarneshwor: Vision Concern Makalbari branch

When Should You Seek Medical Eye Care?

A routine optometry examination is not a substitute for urgent medical eye care.

Seek prompt medical assessment for symptoms such as:

  • Sudden loss of vision
  • Severe eye pain
  • Eye injury or chemical exposure
  • New flashes or floaters with vision change
  • Severe redness with pain or light sensitivity
  • A curtain-like shadow in vision
  • Suspected serious eye disease

Vision Concern can advise when ophthalmology or hospital referral may be appropriate.

Why Choose Vision Concern?

  • Professional optometry and vision assessment
  • Experienced optometry team
  • Three Kathmandu-area branches
  • Prescription glasses and optical services
  • Contact-lens consultation
  • Progressive and high-index lens guidance
  • Tourist and expat support
  • Saturday and public-holiday availability
  • ISO 9001 quality-management certification
  • International Opticians Association UK affiliation
  • ZEISS Vision Expert positioning

Meet Our Optometrists & Eye-Care Team →

Read Our Optometrist in Kathmandu Guide →

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where can I get an eye test in Kathmandu?

Vision Concern provides professional eye examinations through its Lazimpat, Boudha-Tushal and Makalbari branches.

2. What is included in a comprehensive eye examination?

The exact examination depends on age and symptoms but may include visual-acuity assessment, refraction, prescription review, near-vision testing, eye-health screening and, on request, colour vision screening.

3. Can I get my glasses power checked?

Yes. Refraction and spectacle-prescription assessment are part of professional optometry care.

4. Is an eye test the same as an eye-health examination?

Not always. A simple power check focuses mainly on prescription, while a comprehensive eye examination includes broader visual and eye-health assessment according to need.

5. Can children get an eye test?

Yes. Children with visual difficulties, squinting, headaches or school-related vision concerns may benefit from professional assessment.

6. Can adults over 40 have a near-vision assessment?

Yes. Vision Concern can assess near-vision difficulty and guide patients on reading, bifocal or progressive-lens options where appropriate.

7. Can contact-lens wearers have their eyes checked?

Yes. Contact-lens users may need prescription review and lens-suitability assessment.

8. Is Saturday eye checkup available?

Vision Concern provides eye-care services seven days a week, including Saturday, subject to branch availability.

9. Do you provide eye care for tourists?

Yes. Vision Concern has dedicated support for tourists and expats needing eye examinations and optical assistance in Kathmandu.

10. Do you provide home eye checkup?

Yes. Home and on-site eye-checkup requests can be discussed according to patient needs, location and service availability.

11. Do you test for colour blindness, and do you have lenses for colour vision deficiency?

Yes. A colour vision screening can be added to your eye examination on request. We also stock the X-Chrom colour vision filter lens, a specialist lens issued after a professional assessment — see our colour blindness testing guide for details.

Book a Comprehensive Eye Examination in Kathmandu

For blurred vision, changing spectacle power, headaches, eye strain, children's vision concerns, contact-lens assessment or routine eye testing, contact Vision Concern.

Lazimpat | Boudha-Tushal | Makalbari

WhatsApp/Viber: +9779841466716

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Eye Clinic Open Sunday and Public Holidays in Kathmandu

Vision Concern currently publishes opening hours of 8:00 AM–8:30 PM daily, including Sunday and public holidays. This supports weekend eye tests, eye examinations and prescription checks for families, workers, students and visitors. Contact the preferred branch before travelling if your timing is urgent.

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Comprehensive eye check-up in Kathmandu

Complete Eye Examination at Vision Concern

A comprehensive eye examination evaluates more than spectacle power. At Vision Concern, the assessment is selected according to your symptoms, age, visual needs and clinical findings, with referral advised when further medical investigation is necessary.

Comprehensive examination feeNPR 400Additional tests or products, when recommended, are quoted separately.

What the examination may include

  • Vision and current-glasses assessment
  • Objective and subjective refraction
  • Binocular vision and eye-movement checks when indicated
  • External and anterior-eye assessment
  • Eye-pressure or other tests when clinically indicated
  • Advice, prescription and referral where appropriate

Who should book

  • Adults with blurred vision, headaches or eye strain
  • Children with visual, reading or school-performance concerns
  • Contact-lens wearers needing prescription review
  • People with diabetes, family eye-disease history or changing vision
  • Tourists and expats needing an English-language eye check

Prepare for your visit

  • Bring your current glasses and contact-lens details
  • Bring previous prescriptions or eye reports when available
  • List medicines, health conditions and eye symptoms
  • Tell the optometrist about driving, screen and occupational needs

Clinical content reviewed by: Samana Budhathoki, Master in Optometry (P.U.).

Comprehensive Eye Examination FAQs

How much is a comprehensive eye examination in Kathmandu?

The comprehensive eye examination fee at Vision Concern is NPR 400. Any additional test or optical product is discussed separately before proceeding.

How long does an eye examination take?

Timing varies with symptoms and the tests required. Allow enough time for history, refraction, clinical assessment and advice rather than planning around a fixed duration.

Should I bring my current glasses?

Yes. Bring current glasses, contact-lens packaging or specifications, previous prescriptions and relevant medical or eye reports when available.

Can children have a comprehensive eye check?

Yes. Children can be assessed, and the examination is adapted to their age, communication and visual needs.

Do I need urgent care for sudden vision loss?

Yes. Sudden vision loss, severe eye pain, chemical injury or eye trauma requires urgent medical assessment and should not wait for a routine appointment.

Eye test to product fitting pathway

Turn an accurate eye examination into the right optical solution

After the NPR 400 comprehensive examination, choose only the products clinically and optically appropriate for the measured prescription. Product prices are quoted separately and depend on brand, design, coating, frame and availability.

Prescription glasses and optical lenses
Progressive or bifocal lenses where required
Contact-lens fitting as a separate assessment
Prescription sunglasses and computer glasses

Compare products and buying guides

Available at Vision Concern Lazimpat near Radisson Hotel, Boudha-Tushal opposite KFC and Makalbari at Pragati Chowk near Sanopul. Parking is available at all branches. Product availability, preparation time and final price must be confirmed before ordering.

Examination and specialist-referral guidance

Cataract, glaucoma and LASIK assessment in Kathmandu

Vision Concern provides professional vision and eye-health assessment and explains when ophthalmology or surgical referral is appropriate. Surgery is not presented as an in-clinic procedure: the treating hospital or surgeon confirms diagnosis, eligibility, technique, risks, recovery instructions and surgical fees.

Cataract assessment and referral

Assessment: History, visual acuity, refraction and anterior-eye examination help identify lens opacity and whether another cause may be affecting vision.

Procedure pathway: When cataract is suspected or affecting daily life, the patient is referred for ophthalmology review. A surgeon decides whether surgery is suitable and discusses the intraocular-lens plan.

Cost: Examination and any referral-related charges should be confirmed before the visit. Surgical cost varies by hospital, investigations and lens choice; Vision Concern does not publish an unverified surgery price.

Recovery: Recovery and medicine instructions come from the operating team. Urgent review is required for severe pain, sudden vision loss, increasing redness or other symptoms specified by the surgeon.

Glaucoma screening and referral

Assessment: Risk history, eye-pressure measurement and optic-nerve assessment may indicate whether additional testing is needed. A single pressure reading cannot diagnose or exclude glaucoma.

Procedure pathway: Suspicious findings require appropriate ophthalmology assessment, which may include gonioscopy, visual-field testing, optic-nerve imaging or other investigations.

Cost: Confirm the current examination fee and the cost of any additional test or referral before proceeding. Prices depend on the investigations clinically required.

Recovery and follow-up: Screening itself needs no surgical recovery. Patients diagnosed with glaucoma need the follow-up schedule and treatment plan provided by their ophthalmologist.

LASIK suitability assessment and referral

Assessment: Stable prescription, corneal health, tear-film status, age, general eye health and realistic expectations are important. Not everyone who wants freedom from glasses is a safe LASIK candidate.

Procedure pathway: Vision Concern can perform a preliminary eye assessment and arrange referral. The refractive surgeon completes the required corneal measurements, confirms candidacy and chooses the appropriate procedure.

Cost: Surgical fees vary by provider, technology and required investigations. Obtain a written quotation from the treating surgical centre after eligibility testing.

Recovery: Follow the surgeon's medicine, eye-protection, activity and review instructions. Seek urgent care for severe pain, worsening redness or reduced vision.

Frequently asked questions

Does Vision Concern perform cataract or LASIK surgery?

Vision Concern provides eye examination, optical care and referral guidance. Surgical diagnosis, consent and treatment are completed by the appropriate ophthalmologist or surgical hospital.

Can an eye test diagnose glaucoma?

A routine examination can identify risk or suspicious findings, but glaucoma diagnosis commonly requires specialist assessment and appropriate testing.

How much do cataract surgery or LASIK cost?

Costs vary by provider, investigations, procedure and lens or technology choice. Confirm a written quotation from the treating hospital; no unverified fixed surgical price is promised here.

How long is recovery?

Recovery differs by procedure and individual health. The operating surgeon must provide the personalised recovery and follow-up plan.

What should I bring to an assessment?

Bring current glasses, contact-lens details, previous prescriptions or reports, a medicine list and information about previous eye treatment.

Which symptoms need urgent care?

Sudden loss of vision, severe eye pain, significant injury, marked light sensitivity, flashes with new floaters, or a painful red eye need prompt professional assessment.

Authoritative sources: World Health Organization, National Eye Institute — Cataracts, National Eye Institute — Glaucoma, and U.S. FDA — LASIK.

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