Brighton & Sussex · Laser eye surgery cost guide · 2026

Private laser eye surgery cost in Brighton

Private laser eye surgery in Brighton typically costs £2,000–£2,900 per eye — around £4,000–£5,800 for both eyes — depending on whether you have LASIK, LASEK or SMILE. Here’s what you’ll pay, what’s included, and how to be seen quickly at our Brighton clinic.

From £2,000per eye, LASIK / LASEK
£4,000–£5,800typical both eyes
~£150–£350suitability assessment
No GP referralneeded to go private
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Private laser eye surgery in Brighton costs roughly £2,000 per eye for LASIK or LASEK and around £2,400–£2,900 per eye for SMILE, or about £4,000–£5,800 for both eyes. Laser vision correction is an elective procedure to reduce dependence on glasses, so it is not funded by the NHS. We run a consultant-led clinic in Brighton.

How much is laser eye surgery in Brighton?

Price depends mainly on the technique and your prescription. As a 2026 guide for Brighton and Sussex:

LASIK / LASEK

From £2,000 per eye. Established laser vision correction for short-sightedness, long-sightedness and astigmatism.

SMILE

Around £2,400–£2,900 per eye. Keyhole, flapless laser correction through a small incision, suited to myopia and astigmatism.

Both eyes

Typically £4,000–£5,800 total. Most people treat both eyes together in a single visit.

We quote a single all-inclusive price covering your assessment, the laser treatment and aftercare reviews. An initial suitability assessment is typically £150–£350 and is often redeemable against treatment. See the national breakdown on our laser eye surgery cost page and the LASIK cost guide, or the newer SMILE pro guide.

Is laser eye surgery available on the NHS in Sussex?

No. Laser vision correction to reduce dependence on glasses or contact lenses is considered elective, so it is not funded by the NHS in Sussex or elsewhere. It is a self-pay private treatment. If you are over 50 or have a very high prescription, your consultant may discuss lens-based alternatives such as implantable contact lenses (ICL) or lens replacement.

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What’s included in the price?

A transparent laser eye surgery package should include: consultant suitability assessment and corneal scanning, the laser procedure itself for both eyes where treated, and all routine follow-up appointments and eye-drop medication. Always check whether the quote is per eye or for both eyes, and whether enhancement (retreatment) is covered. Read more about laser eye surgery and the LASIK and SMILE techniques.

How to be seen privately in Brighton

You do not need a GP referral — you can self-refer, book a suitability assessment and usually be treated within weeks at our Brighton clinic. Eye Surgery Clinic provides consultant-led laser vision correction and clear written quotes across Sussex and the wider South of England.

Frequently asked questions

From about £2,000 per eye for LASIK or LASEK, and roughly £2,400–£2,900 per eye for SMILE. Most people treat both eyes together, so plan for around £4,000–£5,800 in total.
No. Laser eye surgery for glasses or contact-lens independence is an elective procedure and is not funded by the NHS. It is a self-pay private treatment.
It depends on your prescription, corneal thickness and lifestyle. LASIK and LASEK suit a wide range of prescriptions, while SMILE is a keyhole option for myopia and astigmatism. A consultant assessment confirms your suitability.
No. You can self-refer for private laser eye surgery and book a suitability assessment directly at our Brighton clinic.

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Updated on 13 Jul 2026