monocular vision and driving
Last edited 06/2019 and last reviewed 11/2020
Including, for any reason, making use of only one eye
Re: group 1 entitlement
- Must not drive and may need to notify the DVLA.
- For complete loss of vision in one eye (cases where there is any light perception
in the affected eye are not considered monocular), the driver:
- must meet the same visual acuity and visual field standards as binocular drivers
- may drive only after clinical advice of successful adaptation to the condition
- Only those monocular people who fail to meet these requirements are required to notify the DVLA
Up-to-date guidance may be obtained from the publication "At a Glance
Guide to the Current Medical Standards of Fitness to Drive" and the website
www.dvla.gov.uk.
Note that this guidance also relates to the use of one eye only for driving.
Reference: