Can i still be an engineer officer-my eyes are more than - 6 on the snellen (vais better than 6/12 with contacts)

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Right eye is - 6, left eye is - 9 but with contacts vision is better than 6/12 for both eyes. I am still submitting an application for engineer platoon officer, but just wanted to know what my chances are.

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Category: Qualifications

Date asked: Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Last reviewed: Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Tori C.

Regimental Medical Officer

Hello,

The joining standards are constantly being updated and there won't be anyone on this platform who is able to give you a definitive answer.
It used to be that both eyes needed to be better than -/+6, however I am not sure if that is still the case.

Best of luck with your application.

Wednesday, October 7, 2020

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