Can you ship contact lenses to the US?

If your lenses fall into these common parameters we will process your order the day we receive it and ship it the next day….Contact Lens Shipping & Delivery Timetable.

Can you buy contact lenses abroad?

Most countries only allow you to buy contact lenses with a prescription. While eye tests are available abroad, this can be expensive and more importantly, time-consuming. Never store your lenses in tap water as this can lead to infection.

Can you wear someone else’s non prescription contacts?

Keep Your Lenses to Yourself It’s important not to share contact lenses with anyone else. Trying on someone else’s contact lens or lending out your lens can spread infection. Since contact lenses are fit to the exact size and configuration of one person’s eye, the lens might damage the surface if worn by someone else.

Is buying contact lenses online safe?

The FDA offer advice on buying contact lenses online. A reliable company should not attempt to substitute a different brand for which you have a prescription. Also, be wary of any firm that supplies contact lenses that do not exactly match the customer’s prescription.

How long does it take for lens me to ship?

We usually deliver to the US and Canada within 3-5 working days. This is also valid for longer distances such as Los Angeles, California or Dallas, Texas. To New York and Miami we deliver within the same timeframe. UK, Germany and France orders can usually be delivered after 3-4 working days after the order is placed.

Can you buy non prescription contacts?

No, you cannot legally buy contact lenses in the United States without a current, valid prescription. Here’s why: The FDA (responsible for the safety of our food and drugs) categorizes contact lenses as prescription medical devices, not to be sold over-the-counter without a prescription.

Can I buy my own contacts?

Do you need a prescription for lens me?

10 Prescription for USA Orders As per the FTCLCA (Fairness to Contact Lens Consumer Act), we need to verify your prescription before shipping you lenses. The verification can be done once you have placed your order, by filling in the Prescription Form or by sending an email of your prescription to [email protected].

Can you buy contact lenses in the US without a prescription?

To purchase contact lenses in the United States you will need a prescription written by a licensed optometrist or ophthalmologist, and your prescription will be verified by the seller. You can, however, buy contact lenses through an international contact lens retailer, such as Vision Direct in the United Kingdom.

What do I need to know before buying contact lenses?

Contact lens prescription checklist 1 Make sure that you have been given a prescription for contact lenses and not for eyeglasses. 2 Also, verify that the prescription is filled out completely and accurately,… 3 Once you’ve verified that all the information is correct, you are ready to make a contact lens purchase…

Why choose contact lens 4 US?

From multifocal toric contact lenses to the usual monthly disposable contact lenses, at Contact Lens 4 US we have got the widest and the most exclusive range of contact lenses available for you. So, stop running around everywhere in the market and check out what we have available for you here at our online store. Contact Lenses at the Best Prices!

What is the difference between contact lenses and glasses prescription?

Therefore, a prescription for contact lenses contains information like base curve and diameter, as well as brand. Also, glasses rest about 12 millimeters from your eyes, while contacts sit directly on the eye. Contact lenses made to conform to a glasses prescription would be stronger than necessary, which could cause vision problems.