Optometrist in Ho Chi Minh City: Walk-In Eye Exam in English (District 1)

Looking for an optometrist in Ho Chi Minh City who speaks English? At LB Eyewear in District 1 you can walk in for a free eye test without an appointment, get your prescription explained in English and order glasses the same day. If you searched “optometrist ho chi minh city” or “eye doctor near me walk in”, this is what to expect.

Below: what a walk-in eye exam includes, when you should see an eye doctor at a hospital instead, and what to bring.

Optometrist Ho Chi Minh City: walk-in eye exam, quick answer

What the eye test includes

1. Auto-refraction on a Topcon machine for a first reading of your prescription.
2. Subjective refraction with trial lenses, so the final number is based on what you actually see clearly, not only on the machine.
3. Checking your old glasses with a lensmeter, to compare the old and new prescription.
4. Measurements for pupil distance and fitting height, needed for accurate glasses.
5. A written prescription in standard international format (SPH, CYL, AXIS, ADD, PD) that you can take home.

If you are not sure what the numbers mean, the American Academy of Ophthalmology has a clear guide to reading an eyeglass prescription.

Optometrist or eye doctor: which do you need?

In Vietnam, “optometrist” and “eye doctor” are often used for the same thing, but they are different:

We are an optical store, not a hospital. If the test shows something that glasses cannot fix, we will tell you and recommend seeing an eye doctor. More detail in our article on eye exam vs optician.

What to bring

• Your current glasses or contact lens box, even if broken.
• A photo of your old prescription, if you have one.
• Your typical use: computer work, driving at night, reading, sport.

After the eye test: glasses the same day

Once you have your prescription, choose frames (authentic Ray-Ban, Oakley or our titanium frames) and genuine Zeiss and Essilor lenses. Most single-vision glasses are cut and fitted the same day. For over-40s who need reading and distance in one lens, see progressive lenses in Saigon.

Spending long hours on screens? Ask about blue light glasses. Moving between air-conditioned rooms and strong sun? photochromic lenses are popular with visitors.

Why eye tests matter

According to the World Health Organization, at least 2.2 billion people have a vision impairment, and uncorrected refractive error is one of the leading causes – yet it is easily fixed with the right glasses.

FAQ

Can I get an eye exam without an appointment in Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes. Walk in to LB Eyewear at 7-9-11 Truong Dinh, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City any day from 8:30 to 21:30.

Is the eye exam in English?

Yes. Our District 1 staff explain the test and your prescription in English.

How much does an eye test cost?

The eye test is free when you order glasses with us.

Will I get a copy of my prescription?

Yes, you can ask for a written prescription in international format.

Can you check eye diseases?

No. We test vision for glasses. For pain, redness, sudden vision changes or disease checks, see an ophthalmologist at an eye hospital.