Optician Rates in Haarlem: Clear Upfront
At Van der Geest Optiek, you know exactly what to expect from the start. That’s why we’ve clearly listed the prices for our services here. Many services are free of charge, especially if you purchase your glasses or contact lenses from us. All prices include sales tax.
Eye Exam and Intraocular Pressure Measurement
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Eye exam when purchasing glasses, eyeglass lenses, or contact lenses, or if a vision solution is not needed | free of charge |
| Stand-alone eye exam | € 45 |
| Intraocular Pressure Measurement | free of charge |
The eye exam is performed by a certified optician. Learn more about the eye exam in Haarlem. Also find out how to prepare for your appointment.
Contact lenses
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Contact Lens Fitting with Instructions (Your First Time Wearing Contact Lenses) | € 85 |
| Contact Lens Fitting Without Instructions (You Already Wear Contact Lenses) | € 65 |
| Multifocal Lens Fitting, Including Lens Instructions | € 125 |
| Contact Lens Checkups When You Buy Your Lenses From Us | free of charge |
| Lens Inspection (Lenses Purchased Elsewhere) | € 35 |
| Home Delivery of Mailbox Packages | € 5,45 |
| Home Delivery of a Package | € 7,45 |
- What is a contact lens fitting? Together, we’ll find the contact lenses that are right for your eyes. If this is your first time wearing contact lenses, we’ll teach you how to safely insert, remove, and care for them during your fitting session.
- Included in a contact lens fitting: an eye exam, up to 3 sets of trial lenses, up to 3 follow-up visits, and one small bottle of contact lens solution.
- Switching to a different type of lens requires a new fitting. We always discuss the costs with you in advance.
- In-store pickup is free.
Learn more about contact lenses and the fitting process.
Lens Grinding and Fitting
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| New lenses from us in your own frames | free of charge (you only pay for the glasses) |
| Re-lensing glasses from another provider into one of our frames | free of charge (you pay for the frames) |
| Lenses and frames from elsewhere: regrinding | € 50 |
- Assessment first: We always check in advance to see if your frames and lenses are suitable.
- Warranty: We do not provide a warranty on eyeglasses that were not purchased from us. If you did purchase your eyeglasses from us, the warranty expires after they have been resized.
We cut all our glass in our own workshop in Haarlem.
Repairs, Adjustments, and Cleaning
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Minor repairs (screws, nose pads, springs) | free of charge |
| Eyeglass Fitting | free of charge |
| Cleaning Glasses | free of charge |
| Major repair (soldering, welding, new part) | price agreed upon in advance |
If you purchased your glasses from us, minor repairs, adjustments, and cleaning are always free of charge. If you purchased your glasses elsewhere, we usually provide these services free of charge as well, subject to consultation and at your own risk. Read more about eyeglass repairs in Haarlem.
Eyeglasses and Eyeglass Lenses
The cost of a complete pair of glasses depends on the frame, your prescription, and the lenses you choose. Learn more on our page about the cost of glasses.
Good to Know
- Prices: All rates include VAT and are valid as of October 16, 2026. Subject to change.
- Always upfront: We always discuss the final price with you before we get started.
- Terms and Conditions: Our general terms and conditions apply to all our services, including the warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Rates
Yes, if you buy glasses, eyeglass lenses, or contact lenses from us, or if it turns out that you don't need a vision solution. A standalone eye exam costs €45. An eye pressure test is always free of charge.
A contact lens fitting with instruction costs €85. If you already wear contact lenses and don’t need instruction, the cost is €65. For multifocal lenses, the fee is €125. The eye exam, trial lenses, and follow-up checks during the fitting are included.
Yes, that's often possible. If you purchase the frames from us, the lens replacement is free of charge. If both the lenses and the frames were purchased elsewhere, the lens replacement costs €50. We do not offer a warranty on lenses that were not purchased from us.
No. If you purchased your glasses from us, minor repairs, adjustments, and cleaning are always free of charge. For glasses purchased elsewhere, we usually provide these services free of charge as well, subject to consultation and at your own risk.
Do you have questions about a rate? Stop by at Generaal Cronjéstraat 86 in Haarlem, call us at 023 5254 131, or schedule an appointment using the online calendar on our contact page. You can also find many answers in the frequently asked questions section.
No rights may be derived from the information on this page or from any apparent errors or typos. The rates listed are for reference only; we always discuss the final price with you in advance.
