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After Cataract surgery

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Liza12088
Liza12088

Do you have to let the DVLA know that you have had cataract surgery even thought one's eyesight is better than it was previously?  What do others do when filling a renewal form, mine is due soon.

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  • mrsmop
    mrsmop Liza12088

    Posted

    I didn't realise the link would appear immediately.  Have a look at the DVLA's website.  

    I hope this helps

  • at201
    at201 Liza12088

    Posted

    I just waited until the next Next Driver License Renewal to let the Licensing person know that I do not need glasses or contact lenses for distance any more after the cataract surgery, passed the required vision test, and the person took off those notations off the new Driver's License.

    • Sue.An
      Sue.An at201

      Posted

      Good to know. I was wondering about this myself.
  • rick03247
    rick03247 Liza12088

    Posted

    Hi Lisa, I wore glasses for driving prior to my cataract surgery and eyesight improved to 20/20 vision. I phoned DVLA and yes i had to inform them that I did not have to wear glasses to drive. What i can remember on the form is just one section to fill in, quite easy to do really with no cost either.
    • Liza12088
      Liza12088 rick03247

      Posted

      Thank you, Rick, for this information on the DVLA. I don't need glasses for driving just for reading.

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