Top 6 LASIK & Vision Correction Clinics in Jordan 2026

When do you need LASIK or vision correction?

Laser vision correction reshapes the cornea, the clear front window of the eye, to reduce dependence on glasses or contact lenses. It is used for short-sightedness (myopia), long-sightedness (hyperopia) and astigmatism. Several clinics on this page also list related options:

• LASIK: a thin corneal flap is created and the tissue beneath it is reshaped.
• PRK or transepithelial surface treatment: the laser works on the corneal surface without a flap. Recovery is usually slower.
• Implantable lenses: a lens is placed inside the eye. These are sometimes discussed when the cornea is too thin or the prescription is high.

Vision correction is elective, so the right time is when you are ready, not when a clinic suggests it. Mainstream guidance generally points to a few conditions:

• You are an adult with a prescription that has been stable for a while, often a year or more.
• Your eyes are otherwise healthy.
• Your expectations are realistic. The aim is less reliance on glasses, not perfect vision in every situation.

Some conditions usually mean waiting or choosing a different option. These include pregnancy, uncontrolled diabetes, significant dry eye, active eye infection and keratoconus or other thin, irregular corneas.

Standard LASIK does not stop age-related reading difficulty (presbyopia), which usually starts in the 40s. Ask about this if you are approaching that age.

Book an ordinary eye examination if any of these apply:

• Your glasses or contact lenses keep changing.
• Contact lenses have become uncomfortable.
• You have trouble with night driving or glare.

Any of these is a good first step before discussing surgery.

Urgent warning signs. Call 911 or go to an emergency department straight away if you have any of the following:

• Sudden loss or dimming of vision
• A shadow or curtain across your sight
• A sudden shower of new floaters or flashes of light
• Severe eye pain
• A chemical splash or a blow to the eye

After any eye procedure, worsening pain, increasing redness, discharge or falling vision need prompt contact with the treating clinic or emergency care. Do not wait for your scheduled follow-up.

How to choose among the clinics here

Searching for the best LASIK & Vision Correction clinics in Jordan usually means finding a clinic that matches your eyes, schedule and budget. Practical points to compare:

• Range of options. If testing shows LASIK is not right for you, it helps if the same clinic can discuss alternatives. Sharif Eye Center, Jordan Eye Center and Shami Eye Center list implantable or permanent lenses. Shami Eye Center describes surface treatment, and Dr Amer Hajjaj's clinic lists PRK.
• Pre-operative testing. Corneal topography or imaging appears in several profiles, including Sharif, Shami and Amman Eye Clinic. Ask what other measurements are taken, such as corneal thickness, dry-eye assessment and dilated retinal examination.
• Keratoconus screening and care. If you have been told your cornea is irregular, look at clinics that list cross-linking or keratoconus treatment. These include Sharif, Jordan Eye Center, Dr Amer Hajjaj's clinic and Amman Eye Clinic.
• Who treats you. Larger centres link several ophthalmologists, while two clinics here are built around a single doctor. Ask who performs the procedure and who handles follow-up visits.
• Hours and follow-up. Refractive treatment needs several check-ups, typically starting the next day. Opening hours vary widely. Sharif Eye Center lists evenings until 22:00. I Clinic Karak lists 24-hour cover. Amman Eye Clinic has three sessions a week.
• Location. Choose somewhere you can reach easily for repeat visits, because you should not drive straight after treatment.

What to expect at the first visit

A refractive consultation is mostly testing. It can take a couple of hours, and your pupils may be dilated, which blurs vision for some hours. Arrange for someone else to drive you home.

Before the visit:

• Contact lenses: ask the clinic how long to stop wearing them beforehand. Lenses can temporarily change the shape of the cornea and affect measurements, and rigid lenses usually need a longer break than soft ones.
• What to bring: your current glasses and any old prescriptions, a list of medicines and medical conditions, details of previous eye problems or surgery, sunglasses, and your ID and insurance card.

Questions worth asking:

• Which procedure do you suggest for my eyes, and why?
• Am I suitable for a surface treatment or lens option instead?
• What are the realistic outcomes and the main risks for someone with my prescription? Common ones include dry eye, glare or halos, and under- or over-correction.
• What happens if a further treatment is needed?
• How many follow-up visits are included, and who do I call out of hours?

A careful clinic may tell you that you are not suitable. Treat that as useful information, not a setback.

Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment

Two profiles here list insurers. Sharif Eye Center lists Arab Orient Insurance, and I Clinic Medical Center Karak lists Med Service — The Specialized Company. Even with a listed insurer, confirm the details with your insurer before booking:

• Is the consultation covered?
• Are pre-operative tests covered?
• Is the procedure itself covered, or is laser vision correction treated as elective?
• Is pre-approval needed?

Fees are not shown on this page, so ask the clinic directly about:

• The cost of the assessment
• Whether the procedure price is per eye or for both eyes
• What is included: tests, eye drops, follow-up visits and any further treatment
• Whether payment is due before the treatment date

When booking, mention the doctor you want, whether you wear contact lenses, and any eye condition you already know about. This helps the clinic allow enough time for testing.

Getting there

This list covers Jordan as a whole, and each profile states its own district:

• Amman: Sharif Eye Center is in Jabal Amman. Jordan Eye Center is on Mecca Street, and Shami Eye Center is at the 7th Circle. Dr Amer Hajjaj's clinic is in Dahdaleh Medical Complex at Fifth Circle, and Amman Eye Clinic is in Al Quraini Medical Complex at 3rd Circle.
• Karak: I Clinic Medical Center Karak is in Al Thaniyah.

If you are coming from another governorate, an early appointment leaves time for testing and the trip home. Remember that dilation or treatment means you should not drive yourself. If you are visiting Jordan for treatment, plan your stay around the follow-up schedule the clinic gives you, not only the procedure day.

Checklist before you book

• Your prescription has been stable, and you know your current numbers.
• You have asked how long to stop wearing contact lenses before testing.
• You know whether the clinic can discuss LASIK, surface treatment and lens options.
• You have asked which tests are done and who explains the results.
• You know who performs the procedure and who sees you afterwards.
• You have confirmed the opening hours on your chosen day.
• You have checked insurance cover and pre-approval with your insurer.
• You have asked what the quoted price includes.
• Someone can drive you to and from the appointment.
• You know the warning signs that need urgent care, and that the emergency number is 911.