You don’t need to wait to be referred to your local optician. If you are worried about your eyes or vision, you can contact any local optician directly, even if you haven’t visited them before. Most practices are easy to find on your local high street and some may offer walk-in services.
If your optician decides you need an urgent eye examination, this will be free of charge under the Wales General Ophthalmic Service (WGOS). The service is designed to make expert care easier to access, so you can get the help you need closer to home. You can find out more about the WGOS and the services they offer here (opens in new tab).