This information is for optometrists helping South Australians obtain low-cost glasses.
People with serious eye conditions may be able to receive no-cost contact lenses.
GlassesSA is operated through a paperless system.
- Customers show their concession card to a participating optometrist.
- Accepted cards are the Pensioner Concession Card, Health Care Card, Low Income Health Care Card, Transport Concession Card, and Carer ID.
- Optometrists carry out a simple eligibility check, prescribe glasses, and submit a claim for quick EFT reimbursement.
The success of GlassesSA depends on the participation of optometrists across South Australia. Optometrists enter into a service agreement with the Minister for Human Services.
For further enquiries, contact GlassesSA.
Contact details
Email GlassesSA@sa.gov.au
Phone 1300 762 577
Related information
GlassesSA brochure (PDF 411.2 KB)
GlassesSA program changes from 1 January 2025 (PDF 429.8 KB)
GlassesSA user guide for optometrists (PDF 2.7 MB)
GlassesSA Optometrist Frequenty Asked Questions (FAQs) (PDF 251.3 KB)
GlassesSA eligible cards flyer (PDF 387.9 KB)
GlassesSA terms and conditions (PDF 89.8 KB)