New York Bioptic Laws

Bioptics are permitted for driving and to pass the licensure test. 

• Visual Acuity: minimum best corrected 20/40 in one eye with or without glasses;
• 20/40 to 20/70 best corrected in one eye requires minimum of 140 degree horizontal visual field.
• Bioptic: up to 20/100 best corrected in one eye requires minimum of 140 degree horizontal visual field plus 20/40 through a bioptic system.
• Training in the use of the bioptic is mandatory.

Last Reviewed Feb 2022