Introduction and objective:
Self-efficacy plays a central role in health psychology. It is defined as an individual›s belief and faith that he or she is able to perform a particular activity, complete tasks and achieve intended goals under a variety of circumstances. The degree of perceived self-efficacy is fundamental to a person›s motivation and activity, and people with visual impairments may experience significantly more failure. The main objective of the study was to assess the level of self-efficacy in blind and visually impaired people.

Material and methods:
The study population consisted of blind and partially sighted people aged 30–55 years. A total of 194 visually impaired people participated in the study. The study was conducted using the Generalised Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES) and a self-constructed questionnaire.

Results:
Analysis of the survey results showed that the respondents were characterised by an average sense of self-efficacy. Respondents characterised by a low level of self-efficacy (1–4 sten) accounted for 33.4% of the total. Respondents characterised by an average level of self-efficacy (5–6 sten) accounted for a total of 18.6%. Almost half of the respondents (48.0%) showed a high level of self-efficacy (7–10 sten).

Conclusions:
1. The level of self-efficacy in blind and partially sighted people was at an average level. 2. Socio-demographic characteristics such as tertiary education and occupational activity determined higher levels of self-efficacy and selfesteem. 3. The timing and circumstances of the onset of disability differentiate the level of self-efficacy.