Keep the Frames You Love.
Replace the Lenses for Less.

Send us your existing glasses and we’ll fit new German-designed prescription lenses, with prepaid shipping included both ways. Choose from single vision, multifocal, light-adaptive or prescription sunglass options.

Prepaid postage both ways Help if lenses don’t feel right Optometrist-reviewed order
4.9-star Google rating from City Optics customers Optometrist-owned practice Itemised invoice provided for health fund claiming
German-designed lensesQuality lenses fitted into your existing frame.
Free postage both waysPrepaid label and return delivery included.
Frame reviewed before fittingWe check suitability before making your lenses.
Aftercare support includedHelp if your new lenses don’t feel right.

Why buy a whole new pair if you only need new lenses?

Keep your existing frame, update your vision, and choose the lens options you actually need.

Favourite tortoiseshell glasses frame on a warm beige surface

Keep your favourite frame

Update your prescription without replacing the glasses you already like.

Hands holding an existing glasses frame for lens replacement

Pay for lenses, not a new frame

A cost-effective way to see clearly again without buying a completely new pair.

Glasses with clear and tinted lens options

Choose only the upgrades you want

Select clear, light-adaptive, multifocal or prescription sunglass options online.

Trusted by City Optics customers

City Optics is an optometrist-owned practice serving the Penrith community for over 30 years, now offering lens replacement Australia-wide.

30+

Years in practice

Serving the Penrith community for over three decades.

30,000+

Patient records

A long-standing patient database built through local eye care.

How Lens Replacement Works

Choose your lenses, send us your prescription, post your frame with our prepaid label, and we’ll fit and return your completed glasses.

1

Choose your lenses

Select your prescription type, lens option and package.

2

Send your prescription

Upload your prescription, email it later, or contact our team if you need help.

3

Post your frame

We’ll email you a prepaid postage label, so you do not need to organise shipping yourself.

4

We fit your new lenses

We review your frame and order details, then make and fit your new lenses.

5

We send them back

Your completed glasses are returned to you, with return shipping included.

Step 1 of 7

Step 1: Choose Your Prescription Type

Choose your lens replacement options below. We'll review your prescription and frame before making your lenses.

Single Vision

From $49

For distance, reading, or computer glasses.

Choose this if your lenses are for one main viewing distance.

Made-to-Prescription Assurance included

Multifocal

From $99

For distance and reading in one pair.

Choose this if you already wear multifocal lenses or need near and distance vision in one pair.

30-Day Multifocal Fit Guarantee included

What’s Included With Your Lens Replacement

Your order includes prescription lenses fitted into your frame, prepaid shipping both ways, and an itemised invoice for health fund claiming.

Prescription lenses fittedNew German-designed lenses made to your selected package and fitted into your eligible frame.
Prepaid shipping both waysWe provide a prepaid label to send your frame to us, then return your completed glasses with tracking and signature on delivery.
Health fund invoiceReceive an itemised invoice after payment confirmation, which you can submit to your health fund where eligible.

What City Optics customers say

Real feedback from City Optics customers on service, value and care.

Tim McNally Google review profile photo Tim McNallyGoogle review
★★★★★

“Great prices — $270 less than what I was being quoted elsewhere. Great friendly service.”

Lindsay Mc Google review profile photo Lindsay McGoogle review
★★★★★

“Wonderful customer service! They do an excellent job and I have never seen more clearly in my life.”

Isabella Carter Google review profile photo Isabella CarterGoogle review
★★★★★

“I have a pair that mean a lot to me and they looked after them very well.”

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Optical team member checking glasses before lens replacement

Why lens replacement costs less than buying new glasses

You already own the frame. We focus the cost on the lenses, fitting and delivery, so you can update your vision without paying for a completely new pair.

Keep your existing frame

No need to pay for a new frame if the one you love is still suitable.

Transparent package pricing

Choose the lens package that suits your needs before checkout.

Only choose the upgrades you want

Pick clear, light-adaptive, multifocal or sunglass lens options without in-store pressure.

No unnecessary frame cost

You only pay for the lenses, fitting and delivery — not a completely new frame.

German-designed lenses, professionally fitted

We use Stepper lenses for our lens replacement service, then review your prescription, lens choice and frame suitability before production.

Lenses supplied through Stepper

Stepper lenses

German-designed replacement lenses supplied through Stepper.

Prescription and order reviewed

We review your prescription, selected lens option and frame suitability before production.

Lenses fitted to your frame

Your new lenses are edged and fitted to suit your eligible frame.

Checked before return

Your completed glasses are checked before being returned, with delivery included.

Professionally fitted and checked

Your lenses are edged to suit your frame, fitted carefully, and checked before your completed glasses are returned.

  • Edged for your frame
  • Fitted carefully
  • Checked before return

Included Lens Replacement Protections

Your order includes prescription support, frame review and lens coating protection.

Single Vision Orders

Made-to-Prescription Assurance

If there is an issue with how your lenses are made or fitted, we’ll review it and remake them where appropriate.

  • Covers manufacturing or fitting issues
  • Prescription must be valid and approved before lenses are made
  • Frame is reviewed before production
  • We’ll contact you first if anything needs confirmation
All Lens Replacement Orders

3-Month Prescription Change Warranty

If your optometrist changes your prescription within 3 months of your order, we’ll remake your lenses once in the same frame.

  • One remake within 3 months
  • Updated prescription required
  • Applies to the same frame and lens package
  • Upgrades or package changes may require a price difference
All Lens Replacement Orders

12-Month Lens Coating Warranty

Your lenses are covered for coating or manufacturing faults under normal use.

  • Covers coating peel, crazing or delamination
  • Excludes scratches from normal wear
  • Excludes heat, chemical damage or improper cleaning
  • Frame damage or frame failure is not covered

These protections are in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I replace lenses in any frame?

Most full-rim frames are suitable, but every frame is reviewed before production. Some old, brittle, damaged, previously repaired, rimless, semi-rimless or highly curved frames may require extra confirmation or may not be suitable.

Can my frame break during lens replacement?

Lens replacement involves removing your existing lenses and fitting new lenses into your current frame. We take reasonable care with every frame, but old, brittle, damaged, previously repaired, rimless, semi-rimless or fragile frames may be more likely to break during handling or fitting. If we believe your frame is unsuitable, we’ll contact you before proceeding.

Please contact us before sending valuable, sentimental, discontinued or irreplaceable frames.

Can you replace lenses in rimless frames?

Sometimes. Rimless frames require thinner lens materials and careful mounting, so Essential / 1.50 packages are not suitable. Please choose Plus or Premium. If your rimless frame has no usable lenses, we may request photos or extra confirmation before proceeding.

Can you replace lenses in wraparound sunglasses?

Sometimes. Curved or wraparound sunglasses may require special lens designs and may not be suitable for all prescriptions. We may request front and side photos before production.

Is shipping included?

Yes. Standard prepaid shipping both ways is included. We provide a prepaid label to send your frame to us, then return your completed glasses with tracking and signature on delivery.

Is Express shipping available?

Yes. Express prepaid shipping both ways is available at checkout for $15. Express speeds up transit time only; lens production, prescription review and fitting time remain the same.

How long does lens replacement take?

Most orders are completed in 1–2 weeks from when we receive your frame and prescription. This includes order review, lens production, fitting and return delivery.

Express prepaid shipping is available at checkout and reduces transit time only. Complex prescriptions, multifocals, rimless frames or special-order lenses may take longer.

When do you start making my lenses?

We only begin production after we receive your frame and confirm your prescription, frame suitability and lens selection. If we need photos, measurements or a different lens option, we’ll contact you before making your lenses.

Do you send me packaging?

We email you a prepaid shipping label. Please send your glasses in a hard case, protective box or well-padded parcel. If you are unsure how to safely post your frame, contact us before sending it.

What is Transit Protection?

Transit Protection is an optional $10 add-on that covers loss or damage in transit up to $500 while your frame and completed glasses are being shipped.

Transit Protection applies to parcels while in transit. It does not cover pre-existing frame damage, fragile frame condition, unsuitable frames, damage during lens fitting, or sentimental/irreplaceable value.

Do I need Transit Protection?

Transit Protection is optional. If your frame is valuable, designer, discontinued or difficult to replace, we recommend considering it or contacting us before ordering. Please do not send valuable, sentimental or irreplaceable frames without contacting us first.

Can I use my contact lens prescription?

No. Contact lens prescriptions and glasses prescriptions are different. Please provide your glasses prescription where possible. If you are unsure, upload a photo of your prescription or choose Email Prescription Later and we’ll review it before production.

What if I do not have my glasses prescription?

You can choose Email Prescription Later and send your prescription after checkout. You can usually request your glasses prescription from your previous optometrist by calling or emailing them.

If your current prescription lenses are still in the frame, we may be able to measure them and use them as a reference during review. This may not replace an up-to-date glasses prescription, so we recommend providing your current glasses prescription wherever possible.

For single vision, how do I know if I need distance, reading or computer lenses?

Choose Distance for driving, TV and general far vision. Choose Reading for books, phone use and close-up tasks. Choose Computer for desktop screens and desk work. If you are unsure, select Not Sure and we’ll review your order before production.

Can I turn single vision glasses into multifocals?

Sometimes, but please contact us first. Online multifocal lens replacement is best suited to frames that already contain multifocal lenses, because the existing lenses can help us confirm fitting height and positioning.

What does the 30-Day Multifocal Fit Guarantee cover?

Multifocals can take time to adapt. If your new multifocals do not feel right, contact us within 30 days of receiving your completed glasses. We’ll review your prescription, frame fit and lens positioning, then work with you toward the best solution where appropriate.

A reasonable adaptation period may be required. Any remake applies to the same frame only, where appropriate.

What if my prescription changes after I order?

If your optometrist changes your prescription within 3 months of your order, we’ll remake your lenses once in the same frame. You’ll need to provide the updated prescription.

This applies to the same frame and lens package. Upgrades or package changes may require a price difference.

Are the lens coatings covered by warranty?

Yes. Lens coatings are covered for 12 months against manufacturing faults such as peeling, crazing or delamination under normal use.

This does not cover scratches from normal wear, heat damage, chemical damage, improper cleaning, misuse, frame damage or frame failure.

Are these protections in addition to my consumer rights?

Yes. These protections are provided in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law.

Can I claim with my health fund?

After payment confirmation, we’ll provide an itemised invoice you can submit to your health fund, where eligible. Claiming depends on your extras cover, annual limits, waiting periods and your fund’s claiming rules.

Ready to Replace Your Lenses?

Keep the frame you already like and update the lenses with a simple, all-inclusive lens replacement service.