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TAS Spectacle Subsidy Scheme
Provides subsidised prescription spectacles for eligible low-income Tasmanians and their dependent children who hold a qualifying concession card.
Indicative amount
Subsidised spectacles — one pair per 2 years
Indicative amount only — confirm on the official page
What you get
A subsidy towards the cost of one pair of prescription spectacles per eligible adult every two years, and one pair per year for eligible children under 16. Participating optometrists supply spectacles at low or no cost.
Who it's for
Relevant life events: health change
How to apply
1. Visit a participating Tasmanian optometrist. 2. Present your qualifying concession card. 3. The optometrist processes the subsidy claim directly.
Documents you may need
- Qualifying concession card (Health Care Card, Pensioner Concession Card)
- Tasmania residential address
Informational only — confirm exact requirements on the official page.
You will be taken to www.health.tas.gov.au
Last reviewed by AusSchemes: 20 April 2026