Can I send my previous eye test results before travelling?
Yes, and it helps. Sending previous measurements and scans lets the clinic review whether a trip is likely to be worthwhile before you commit to flights.
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- International
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- Records & documents
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- Last reviewed
- 22 September 2026
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The most useful documents are corneal topography or tomography files, a recent refraction, and any retinal imaging. A photograph of a glasses prescription is far less useful than the imaging files.
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