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Can ADHD get you a fast pass at Disney?

There is a broad range of disabilities that may be eligible for DAS. While there is no specific list of what disabilities qualify for DAS at Disney World, some common conditions that may be approved for a DAS Pass include ADHD, autism, or anxiety.



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DAS is intended for Guests who have difficulty tolerating extended waits in a conventional queue environment due to a disability. DAS doesn't provide immediate access to experiences, but rather allows Guests to request a return time for a specific experience that is comparable to the current standby wait.

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There are 2 ways to register for DAS: (1) pre-arrival via live video chat or (2) on-site at Guest Relations.
  1. City Hall at Magic Kingdom park.
  2. The Guest Relations lobby (near the Main Entrance) at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park.
  3. The Guest Relations lobby (near the Main Entrance) at Disney's Hollywood Studios.


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Some common conditions and diagnoses that may be approved include autism, anxiety, and ADHD. Basically, if you have any condition or disorder that makes it challenging to remain in lines for extended periods of time, then you qualify for a Disney DAS pass.

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What disabilities qualify for DAS at Disney World:
  • Disorders that make waiting for extended periods in the standby queue difficult.
  • Conditions that worsen with sun exposure, heat, or other outdoor elements.
  • Cognitive disorders that make staying in line a challenge.


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In terms of what to say to get a DAS pass, start by explaining why waiting in extended queues would be difficult for you. For example: “I experience ___________ which makes tolerating long lines difficult.” “When I'm in line for a long period of time, ___________ happens.”

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The cast member was so rude and condescending and denied me the DAS,” the Guest recalled. “So, I went in February, ended up passing out in line to Soarin' and was just generally miserable while standing and waiting in lines because I was afraid I'd pass out again.”

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While there is no specific list of what disabilities qualify for DAS at Disney World, some common conditions that may be approved for a DAS Pass include ADHD, autism, or anxiety.

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DAS is intended for Guests who have difficulty tolerating extended waits in a conventional queue environment due to a disability. DAS doesn't provide immediate access to experiences, but rather allows Guests to request a return time for a specific experience that is comparable to the current standby wait.

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No, cast members do not ask for proof of disability or medication documents during the Disney World DAS registration process.

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Waiting in line is a regular part of the Walt Disney World Resort experience. To prepare, practice waiting with the Guest with a cognitive disability at home or in lines at places he or she might already frequent.

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Did you know that Disney offers a Disability Access Service that allows children with ADHD to 'virtually' wait in line, saving them (and their families) the agony of trudging through those long, boring, tantrum-inducing queues?

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