Prices per eye where applicable. No coordination fee is charged to patients. Flights not included. Ocean Health & Travel is a coordinator, not a medical provider.

Common questions

Eye surgery Istanbul — FAQ

How much does LASIK cost in Istanbul?+

LASIK laser eye surgery in Istanbul starts from £600 per eye, compared to £995–£2,395 per eye at UK private clinics — a saving of roughly 40–75%. SMILE starts from £800 per eye, and LASEK/PRK from £500 per eye. Exact pricing depends on your prescription and the laser platform used.

How much does cataract surgery cost in Istanbul?+

Cataract surgery in Istanbul starts from £800 per eye, compared to £2,000–£3,500 at UK private clinics. Premium lens replacement (multifocal IOLs) starts from £1,200 per eye, compared to £3,000–£5,000 in the UK.

How long do I need to stay in Istanbul for eye surgery?+

LASIK, LASEK, and SMILE patients typically stay 3–5 days. Cataract and lens replacement patients stay 4–7 days. Eyelid surgery patients 3–5 days. Most patients are comfortable flying home 2–4 days after laser eye surgery, and 3–5 days after lens procedures, subject to their surgeon's clearance.

Am I suitable for LASIK?+

LASIK suitability requires pre-operative assessment including corneal topography. Patients with thin corneas, dry eye syndrome, or certain prescriptions may be better suited to LASEK, PRK, or SMILE. Suitability is determined by your treating ophthalmologist — Ocean Health & Travel does not provide ophthalmic assessments.

What coordination services are included?+

Our coordination package includes airport transfer, hotel accommodation, professional interpretation at all appointments, and clinic liaison. Post-procedure documentation is provided in English. Flights are not included. We are a coordinator, not a medical provider.

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Your timeline

Within 48 hoursItemised quote, once we have your complete records or photographs.
Usually within 2 weeks of confirmingYour treatment date, subject to the surgeon and hospital availability.
ArrivalAirport transfer, hotel, and your meeting with the treating team before the procedure.
3–7 daysThe treatment and post-treatment checks. Your doctor confirms when you are fit to fly.
At homeFollow your doctor's guidance on activity, work and exercise. English-language documents go to your GP on request.

Information for UK patients

What to know before you travel and after you return.

Flying home

Timing depends on the procedure and your recovery. Your surgical team confirms when it is safe to fly before you book your return. Ask your surgeon about compression stockings and moving regularly on the flight.

After you return

Operative notes, the discharge summary and any results are provided in English and forwarded to your UK GP on request. The treating hospital remains responsible for agreed follow-up. If you need urgent care at home, seek local medical help straight away. We can help coordinate communication with the hospital, but we do not provide post-operative medical care. Read what to do if something goes wrong.

Payment and cancellation

You pay no coordination fee. We are paid by the hospital you are treated at, and we tell you this upfront. Deposits, payment schedules and refund terms are set by the hospital and confirmed in writing in your quote before you pay anything. Cancellation terms are in your coordination agreement — see the brokerage agreement.

Travel insurance

Standard travel policies often exclude planned treatment and its complications, so check your cover and its exclusions before you travel. If you would like, we can introduce you to an FCA-authorised insurance provider offering medical-travel cover. We may receive a commission if you take out a policy. You are free to choose any provider, there is no obligation, and we do not give insurance advice.