Where to get an eye test, prescription glasses and contact lenses in Nonthaburi — OWNDAYS at Central Westgate, Lenskart and Sunglass Hut at Central Chaengwattana, Kasemrad International Rattanathibet's ophthalmology department and Nonthavej Hospital's eye clinic — and honest costs in baht and dollars for expats, digital nomads and DTV, LTR and retirement visa holders.
Nonthaburi's eyewear scene splits across two mall corridors — OWNDAYS at Central Westgate in Bang Yai on the western side, and Lenskart plus Sunglass Hut at Central Chaengwattana in Pak Kret on the eastern side — while Kasemrad International Rattanathibet's JCI-accredited ophthalmology department and Nonthavej Hospital's Eye-ENT clinic cover medical eye care, backed by public Phra Nang Klao Hospital. Below is where to go, what it costs in baht, and how to fit an eye test around life in Nonthaburi.
OWNDAYS runs a full-service branch on the 2nd floor of Central Westgate (199/3 Moo 6, Sao Thong Hin, Bang Yai), stocking over 1,500 frame styles with Japanese-brand lenses offering 99% UV protection and high-index aspheric options from 1.60 — open daily 10:00-22:00, a reliable walk-in default for most expats on the western side of Nonthaburi.
Lenskart operates a branch at Central Chaengwattana (99, 99/9 Moo 2, Chaengwattana Road, Bang Talat, Pak Kret), offering eyeglasses, sunglasses and contact lenses alongside free eye check-ups from certified optometrists — a convenient option for residents on the Pak Kret / eastern side of the province.
Sunglass Hut maintains a store in the same Bang Talat, Pak Kret retail corridor as Central Chaengwattana (99/99 Moo 2), useful for prescription sunglasses and international sunglass brands alongside Lenskart's everyday eyewear.
This JCI-accredited private hospital in Bang Bua Thong runs a dedicated 2nd-floor Ophthalmology Department (09:00-17:00, tel 0-2594-0020-65 ext. 1416) equipped with a Phacoemulsification machine for cataract surgery, retinal camera, computerized keratometry and visual field testing — the strongest local option for anything beyond a routine prescription.
Nonthavej Hospital's combined Eye-ENT clinic handles both adult and pediatric eye consultations through to more involved procedures, giving residents nearer the MRT Purple Line a private specialist option without traveling into central Bangkok.
Nonthaburi's main public regional hospital (91 Nonthaburi 1 Road, Bang Khen, Mueang Nonthaburi) offers general medical services at public rates; it is the budget fallback for eye complaints, though a same-day dedicated ophthalmology appointment and English-speaking support are less certain than at the private hospitals above — call ahead or bring a Thai-speaking contact if visiting.
For a straightforward pair of glasses, OWNDAYS at Central Westgate or Lenskart at Central Chaengwattana (whichever side of Nonthaburi you're on) is the simplest choice. For anything medical — a red eye, sudden vision change, or suspected cataracts — Kasemrad International Rattanathibet's ophthalmology department is the fastest route to a JCI-accredited specialist without leaving the province.
Indicative shop prices — actual costs vary by frame, lens brand and prescription. USD figures are approximate (around ฿36 = $1); frames and lenses are usually priced separately, so confirm with a written quote before ordering.
| Item | THB | USD (approx) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic eye test | Free - ฿300 | $0 - 8 | Free eye check-ups at Lenskart; often free with a glasses purchase elsewhere |
| Complete single-vision glasses | ฿1,500 - 4,000 | $42 - 110 | Frame + standard lenses; often same-day at OWNDAYS/Lenskart |
| Progressive (varifocal) glasses | ฿4,000 - 12,000 | $110 - 335 | Depends heavily on lens brand and design |
| Lens upgrade (anti-reflective / blue-light) | ฿500 - 2,500 | $14 - 70 | Added to base lens price |
| High-index / thin lenses | ฿1,500 - 5,000 | $42 - 140 | For stronger prescriptions; per pair |
| Prescription sunglasses | ฿2,000 - 6,000 | $56 - 170 | Tinted or polarised prescription lenses; Sunglass Hut stocks international brands |
| Monthly contact lenses (box) | ฿400 - 1,200 | $11 - 33 | Per box; daily disposables cost more |
| Full medical eye exam (hospital) | ฿1,000 - 3,000 | $28 - 85 | Ophthalmologist consult at Kasemrad International or Nonthavej; more with imaging |
| Cataract surgery (private, per eye) | ฿35,000 - 90,000+ | $970 - 2,500+ | Kasemrad International Rattanathibet has dedicated phacoemulsification equipment; get a written quote first |
OWNDAYS and Lenskart both take walk-ins with staff used to serving foreign customers, and Kasemrad International Rattanathibet's ophthalmology department can be booked by phone ahead of a visit with English-speaking hospital staff.
Routine glasses and contacts are almost always paid out of pocket given how affordable they are. If your visa insurance or corporate package includes an optical or medical allowance, Kasemrad International (JCI-accredited) or Nonthavej Hospital are best placed to handle direct billing or provide English-language receipts for reimbursement.
If you already have a current prescription from home, bring it — shops will happily work from it. If not, ask for a printed copy of your eye-test results after any exam at Kasemrad International or Nonthavej so you can re-order lenses or contacts later.
Simple single-vision glasses are often ready the same day or within 24-48 hours at OWNDAYS or Lenskart; progressive or specialist lenses take a few days. Contact lenses and solutions are widely stocked at both mall opticians.
Nonthaburi sits on the MRT Purple Line, connecting to the Blue Line at Tao Poon, so Bangkok's much larger optical and ophthalmology scene — including flagship eye centers at Bangkok Hospital and other JCI facilities — is a short ride away for second opinions or rare specialist procedures.
There is no rule tied to any visa category — LTR, O-A/O-X, Non-B, DTV and retirement visa holders all use the same shops and hospitals and pay the same way.
OWNDAYS at Central Westgate (Bang Yai) and Lenskart at Central Chaengwattana (Pak Kret) are the easiest options, both with English-friendly staff and often same-day service on standard prescriptions. Sunglass Hut, in the same Chaengwattana/Pak Kret retail corridor as Lenskart, covers prescription sunglasses and international brands.
A complete pair of single-vision glasses typically runs ฿1,500-4,000 (about USD 42-110), progressive/varifocal glasses ฿4,000-12,000 depending on the lens, and Lenskart offers free eye check-ups. Ask for a written quote before ordering.
Kasemrad International Hospital Rattanathibet runs a JCI-accredited, dedicated Ophthalmology Department (cataract surgery, retinal imaging, visual field testing) in Bang Bua Thong. Nonthavej Hospital's combined Eye, Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic is a private alternative nearer the MRT Purple Line. Phra Nang Klao Hospital is the public, lower-cost fallback.
Yes. OWNDAYS and Lenskart staff are used to serving foreign customers, and both Kasemrad International Rattanathibet and Nonthavej Hospital have English-speaking staff experienced with international patients.
No. There is no visa rule tied to eyewear or eye care. DTV, LTR, retirement, Non-B and tourist visitors all use the same optical shops and hospitals and pay out of pocket.
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