Choose Your Lens Type
Select the lens option that fits your prescription and daily use, including single vision, progressive, high-index, Transitions, or polarized lenses.
ONLINE LENS REPLACEMENT WITH A MAIL-IN PROCESS
Prescription Lens Replacement by Mail
RenewLens makes prescription lens replacement by mail simple. You can upload your prescription online, send your frames using your own box or request a free shipping kit, and get new lenses made for your existing frames.
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Keep Your Frames
Replace only the lenses
60-Day
Quality guarantee
✓ Prescription lenses
✓ Existing frames
✓ Professional installation
✓ Nationwide mail-in service
MAIL-IN LENS REPLACEMENT
Mail In Your Glasses for New Lenses
If your frames still fit well, you do not need to buy a completely new pair of glasses. With RenewLens, you can mail in glasses for new lenses and keep the frames you already own.
This service is designed for customers looking for eyeglass lens replacement by mail, prescription lens replacement online, or a simple way to send glasses to replace lenses without visiting a store.
Upload your prescription online
Use your own box or request a free shipping kit
Send your existing frames by mail
Get your glasses back with new prescription lenses
5 SIMPLE STEPS
How Prescription Lens Replacement by Mail Works
Upload Your Prescription
Use your current prescription or the one from your recent eye exam. This helps us prepare the correct replacement lenses for your frames.
Send Your Frames by Mail
After checkout, you can ship your glasses using your own box or request a free shipping kit. This gives you a simple online lens replacement with shipping kit option.
We Replace the Lenses
Your old lenses are removed when needed, and new prescription lenses are made for your compatible existing eyeglass frames.
Your Glasses Are Returned
Your frames are checked and shipped back with your new prescription lenses installed.
READY WHEN YOU ARE
Choose the Easiest Way to Start
Order lenses now, request a free kit, upload your prescription for an estimate, or review how to send your glasses.
WHY MAIL-IN WORKS
Why Choose Online Glasses Lens Replacement?
Online glasses lens replacement is useful when your frames are still in good condition but your lenses need to be updated. Your prescription may have changed, your lenses may be scratched, or you may want to upgrade to a thinner, clearer, or light-adaptive lens option.
Keep Your Current Frames
If your frames still fit well and are not damaged, you may be able to replace only the lenses instead of buying a full new pair.
Use Your New Prescription
If you recently had an eye exam, you can use your updated prescription for lens replacement by mail.
Simple Mail-In Process
Send your frames using your own packaging or request a free shipping kit for a simpler mail-in process.
Lens Options for Your Needs
Choose from clear, progressive, high-index, Transitions, polarized, prescription sunglass, and other compatible prescription lens options.
ONLINE PRESCRIPTION LENS REPLACEMENT
Replacement Lenses for Existing Frames
RenewLens helps customers who need replacement lenses for existing frames, new prescription lenses for old glasses, or an online eyeglass lens replacement service without purchasing another frame. If your current eyewear still fits comfortably and the frame is suitable for processing, you can send the glasses to us and replace only the lenses.
Mail-in prescription lens replacement can be useful when your prescription changes, your current lenses are scratched or worn, or you want to upgrade your existing glasses with a different lens design, thinner material, anti-reflective coating, Transitions lenses, polarized prescription lenses, or prescription sunglasses.
New Prescription Lenses for Old Glasses
Keep frames you already like and update the lenses to match your current prescription.
Replace Scratched Glasses Lenses
If scratched or worn lenses are affecting clarity, new lenses may be installed in compatible existing frames.
Progressive Lens Replacement
Replace older progressive lenses with new prescription progressive lenses for distance, intermediate, and near vision.
Prescription Sunglass Lens Replacement
Existing sunglass frames may be compatible with tinted, polarized, or other prescription sun lens options.
SEARCH INTENT
Send Your Glasses In for New Prescription Lenses
Customers search for this service in different ways: mail in glasses for new lenses, send glasses for prescription lenses, replace lenses in my own frames, put new lenses in old frames, and online prescription lens replacement. These searches describe the same basic need: keeping a frame you already own while replacing the lenses.
RenewLens provides a nationwide mail-in option for compatible frames. You choose the prescription lens type, provide your prescription, send your frames, and receive the glasses back with the new lenses installed.
WHEN IT MAKES SENSE
Good Reasons to Send Glasses to Replace Lenses
Sending your glasses by mail can be a practical option when you already like your frames and only need new lenses. It can also help if your favorite frames are discontinued, expensive to replace, or difficult to find again.
- Your prescription changed but your frames still fit well
- Your lenses are scratched, worn, or outdated
- You want thinner high-index lenses for a stronger prescription
- You want to upgrade to Transitions or polarized lenses
- You want new prescription lenses without shopping for new frames
- You prefer a mail-in lens replacement process instead of visiting a store
Frame condition matters: if your frames are cracked, fragile, very worn, or missing parts, they may need to be reviewed before lens replacement.
EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS
Lens Options Available by Mail
RenewLens offers multiple prescription lens replacement options for existing frames. The right lens depends on your prescription, frame type, and how you use your glasses.
Single Vision Lenses
For distance, reading, or everyday single-prescription use.
Explore Single Vision →Progressive Lenses
For distance, intermediate, and near vision in one no-line lens.
Explore Progressive →High-Index Lenses
For customers who want thinner, lighter lenses for stronger prescriptions.
Explore High-Index →Transitions Lenses
Light-adaptive lenses that darken outdoors and return clear indoors.
Explore Transitions →Polarized & Sunglass Lenses
Prescription sun lens options designed for outdoor use and glare reduction.
Explore Sunglass Lenses →Anti-Reflective Coatings
Add compatible anti-reflective lens treatments when ordering new prescription lenses.
Explore AR Coatings →
COST & TIMING
Prescription Lens Replacement Cost and Turnaround Time
The cost to replace prescription lenses depends on the lens design, material, prescription, coatings, and upgrades you choose. Single vision, progressive, high-index, Transitions, polarized, and prescription sunglass lenses have different pricing.
Many RenewLens orders are processed in approximately 3–7 business days after compatible frames, a valid prescription, and the required order information are received. Shipping time is separate, and specialty lens requirements may take longer.
HELPFUL RESOURCES
Helpful Lens Replacement Guides
Learn more about replacing lenses in your existing frames, lens replacement cost, shipping, frame compatibility, and how to choose the right prescription lens option.
Replace Lenses in Existing Frames
Keep your frames and replace the lenses.
Lens Replacement Cost
See what affects replacement lens pricing.
How Lens Replacement Works
Review the complete mail-in process.
New Lenses for Old Frames
Update lenses without replacing your frames.
Just Had an Eye Exam?
Use your current prescription for new lenses.
Progressive Lens Replacement
Explore progressive replacement options.
High-Index Lens Replacement
Compare thinner lens materials.
Transitions Lens Replacement
Explore light-adaptive replacement lenses.
KEEP YOUR FRAMES. UPDATE YOUR LENSES.
Ready to Replace Your Lenses by Mail?
Keep the frames you already own and get new prescription lenses through a simple mail-in process.
Free shipping both ways
Professional lens installation
60-day quality guarantee
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I replace prescription lenses by mail?
Yes. If your frames are in good condition and compatible, you can send your glasses by mail and have new prescription lenses made for your existing frames.
Can I mail in glasses for new lenses?
Yes. RenewLens lets you mail in glasses for new lenses using your own secure box or a free shipping kit.
Can I get new prescription lenses in old frames?
Many existing frames can receive new prescription lenses when the frame condition, construction, prescription, and selected lens design are compatible.
Can I replace scratched glasses lenses without buying new frames?
Yes. If the frames are still suitable, scratched or worn lenses can often be replaced while keeping the frames you already own.
Can I replace progressive lenses by mail?
Yes. Progressive lens replacement is available for many compatible frames. The prescription, frame dimensions, and selected progressive design are reviewed for the order.
Can I request a free shipping kit?
Yes. RenewLens offers a free shipping kit option. You may also use your own secure box.
How long does mail-in lens replacement take?
Many orders are processed in approximately 3–7 business days after compatible frames, a valid prescription, and the required order information are received. Shipping time is separate.