Is it possible to obtain a vision waiver for SF once you're in the Guard?

2019-10-26T04:24:54-04:00

Hello. I have a question about the SF medical qualifications in National Guard. I was told that you need 20/20 vision in BOTH eyes. I did PRK awhile back and currently I have 20/25 in left and 20/20 in my right. Is it possible to obtain a vision waiver once you’re in the Guard?

Response by John Kwon made Oct 26 at 2019 3:10 PM

2019-10-26T15:10:25-04:00

*EDIT* I did my MEPS physical few months ago. That’s where I scored 20/25 left eye and 20/20 on my right.

Response by CPL Gary Pifer made Oct 26 at 2019 5:57 PM

2019-10-26T17:57:20-04:00

Get second opinions first and talk with an eye doctor.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 26 at 2019 8:27 PM

2019-10-26T20:27:58-04:00

20/25 shouldn't drop your PULHES score, you are probably still a 1 in E. In any case, you only need a 111221 for SF.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 27 at 2019 5:36 PM

2019-10-27T17:36:54-04:00

requirement is 20/20 correctable not natural as long as you can get 20/20 with corrective lenses you should be fine.