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Eye tests are for everyone

We recommend having your eyes tested every two years, even if they feel 100%. If you’re experiencing discomfort or have concerns, you should book to see us right away.
Book an eye test
Before
Click "Book now" to find your closest store, then follow the steps to choose a time slot. If you wear contact lenses, remember to remove them 30 minutes before your test.
During
An eye test takes around 20 minutes (for both single vision and varifocal glasses), so you could even book one during your lunch break.
After
After the test is completed, we will save your prescription in your account so you can check it whenever you need. Now it's time to find your frame — our staff is happy to help and advise you.
Book an eye test
Before
Click "Book now" to find your closest store, then follow the steps to choose a time slot. If you wear contact lenses, remember to remove them 30 minutes before your test.
During
An eye test takes around 20 minutes (for both single vision and varifocal glasses), so you could even book one during your lunch break.
After
After the test is completed, we will save your prescription in your account so you can check it whenever you need. Now it's time to find your frame — our staff is happy to help and advise you.

How we work

Cutting-edge machinery to ensure proper examination
1. We use only the best
To ensure a proper examination, we equip our eye test rooms with cutting-edge machinery from Essilor, a leader in the optical market.
Get your eyes tested by our certified in-house optician
2. We keep it simple
We listen carefully to your needs, and after the test, explain the results in an easy-to-follow way — taking the complexity out of understanding your prescription.
Personal advice
3. We offer personal advice
With a thorough understanding of your needs, we tailor our advice to help you find the ideal eyewear solution. Which glasses are right for you? What lens is most suitable? Let's find out together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your eye test is free with the purchase of glasses. Not quite ready to choose? We’ll reimburse the €15 cost with a gift code of the same amount. 

For PRSI eye tests, just fill in your PPS number at the end of this booking form.

PRSI is a social insurance administered by the Department of Social Protection (DSP) in Ireland. You will find information about the scheme here.

Ace & Tate will check eligibility before the eye test when you provide your PRSI number.

Claims are made by Ace & Tate and we will check your entitlement in advance of treatment and claim payment afterwards. To do this we will require some information to identify you, such as your date of birth and PPS number. 

Prior to treatment, you will need to sign a consent form agreeing to share this information with us and the DSP, this will enable payment of your claim. If you are claiming as a dependent under the PRSI record of your spouse, civil partner or cohabitant, you will both need to sign the consent form.

You can choose a free frame from our PRSI range which will include a standard singlevision lens or multifocal lens at no extra charge. Alternatively, you have the opportunity to upgrade to any of our frames and lens options by applying your PRSI entitlement.

Terms & Conditions

Subject to eligibility. Other lenses and Extra Options are available at an additional charge. Free glasses and free eye tests are funded by the Department of Social Protection. Excludes eye tests for VDU use, safety glasses or driving licences.

It takes around 20 minutes (for both single vision and varifocal glasses), and our Online Vision Exam takes about 15 minutes.

It's a comprehensive eye health screening for non symptomatic eye disease — not just an assessment of your vision — completed using state-of-the-art technology.

NB: this is not for contact lens prescriptions or related problems.

The ultimate purpose of an eye test is to assess your eyes for common refractive errors (or vision conditions), including:

  • Myopia: Difficulty in seeing objects at a distance

  • Hyperopia: Difficulty in seeing objects up close

  • Astigmatism: Distorted vision due to irregular curvature of the cornea

  • Presbyopia: Difficulty reading at arm's length

Once we have completed the test we will advise on how much correction is needed in your lenses. These corrections are represented by a series of numbers which make up your prescription.

We recommend having your eyes tested every two years, even if they feel 100%. Our eyes change with time, so it’s important you know what’s going on with yours.

Booking a spot at a store near you is easy. Click "Book now" on this page and select your location to book a time slot.

Easy! Click "Book now" and select your location to find your closest store, then follow the steps to choose a time slot. If you prefer, you can also give us a call or pop into a store to arrange the eye test in person.

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