u/Icy_Flounder_35

Hi all, I’m considering the Army, but I have -8.0 vision. I can see fine with glasses, but I know my prescription is quite strong.

Would this automatically fail the medical, or are there any roles where this level of short-sightedness is still acceptable?

Thanks.

Posting first time passport supporting documents from the UK — does DHL deliver to the Passport Service PO Box address, or do I need to use Royal Mail?

Application received: 12/6/2025

Approval email: 27/4/2026

Around 10.5 months (319 days)