Are Contact Lenses HSA/FSA Eligible?
Corrective contacts and the saline/cleaning solution used with them are both eligible.
How the rule applies
Corrective contact lenses and the saline or cleaning solution used with them are medical expenses, because they correct a vision problem.
What to keep for your records
Keep the receipt from your eye doctor or online seller. Mail-order contacts need the same receipt as in-store ones.
Watch out for
Colored lenses with no vision correction are not eligible. Cleaning solutions are, but general eye makeup remover is not.
Where to buy it HSA/FSA-eligible
Pay with your HSA or FSA card directly, or buy elsewhere and save the receipt to submit for reimbursement.
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This ruling applies the HSA/FSA account rules (IRC §223, IRS Pub. 969), the medical-care definition they rely on (IRC §213(d), IRS Pub. 502) and any later statutory change or IRS guidance listed above. It is for informational purposes only. Eligibility can vary slightly by plan administrator — when in doubt, confirm with yours before purchasing.