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

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 |
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Comprehensive eye examination – refraction, slit-lamp assessment and appropriate eye-health screening
|
NPR 400 |
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Contact lens fitting assessment
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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
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Eye Clinic Boudha-Tushal
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Eye Clinic Makalbari
Prescription Glasses Price in Kathmandu
Vision Concern offers prescription glasses for different prescriptions, budgets and visual requirements.
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
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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.
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.
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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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