Do kids need photo ID at Disney?

Minors will never need to show ID; Mouseketeers under age three are considered guests of Mickey, so there is no need to purchase admission for them either. If you wish to purchase an alcoholic beverage at the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks, you may be asked to show identification.



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You must show your passport AND a government-issued photo ID which can verify the name and birth date shown on the copy of the passport.

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Any Guest who wishes to purchase an alcoholic beverage at Walt Disney World Resort must present one of the following valid forms of identification:
  • U.S. state driver's license (includes U.S. territories*)
  • U.S. state ID (includes U.S. territories*)
  • U.S. military ID.
  • Original passport.


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No, you do not have to have photo IDs for your minor children. This is a common question, but one for which you don't need to worry. Disney does not ask for proof of age from children. IDs really only start to become an issue when you are talking about the purchase of adult beverages.

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No ID is needed. During your day, when you enjoy the parks, Cast Members will often say Happy Birthday to you and give you well wishes. You never know what pixie dust may come your way on your special day! I hope this helps and let us know if you need anything else as you plan your visit!

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To go through the gates at the theme parks, you will not be asked to show photo identification. However, if you need to pick up a ticket card at one of the ticket booths for entry, you will need to show a photo ID, proof of purchase, and original form of payment.

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Another reason you might need to bring identification is if you purchased theme park tickets online and need to pick them up at Will Call; if this is the case, you'll also need to present the credit card used to make the purchase.

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A: You'll need to provide proof of a Florida residential address in order to purchase a Florida Resident park ticket or annual pass. For each ticket or pass purchased for an adult, you may provide any of the following: Valid Florida driver's license (must have a Florida address)

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Totally up to you to decide what you want to do. Disney doesn't consistently ask for proof of age for young kids, but they certainly can if they want to. I've heard reports of them innocently asking the child how old they are - which more often than not means you're busted! Your call if you want to take the chance.

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You do not need to provide documentation for your little one's age, so your little prince or princess will be able to enter the theme parks with you.

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Child prices are valid for children aged 3-9 years on day of first use; children aged 10 years and above pay the adult ticket price; children under 3 years do not require a Theme Park Ticket and are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. All tickets purchased online are e-tickets.

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“You absolutely can purchase Florida Resident theme park tickets online for your grandchildren as long as they are under the age of 18. Just make sure to activate them by showing your Proof of Florida Residency at any ticket window at the theme parks or the Disney Springs Guest Services location.”

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Guests often wonder if Disney World is free on their birthday. Disney does not give you free admission on your birthday but they do give you special treatment, free food, and other perks. Let's take a look at the benefits of celebrating a birthday at Walt Disney World Resort.

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Let's start with what you can't get. Disney DOESN'T give you free admission into the theme parks on your birthday. They DON'T give you free hotel stays or free meals. You CAN'T skip the lines or get special dining reservations.

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Julia, one of the great things about the My Disney Experience app is that while each member traveling with you (ages 13 and older) can choose to use the app with their own My Disney Experience account, they don't have to.

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Do babies and toddler pay at buffets? No, babies and toddlers do not pay at Disney World buffets. Children under 3 eat free, including at character meal buffets. Even though they do eat at no charge, you still must include them on the reservation.

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If you have booked a vacation package to the Walt Disney World Resort, and you are arriving the day before your daughter turns three, she will be considered a Special Guest of Mickey Mouse and will not require theme park admission for the duration of your stay.

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If you aren't aware, Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Resort ticket pricing offers children under 3 (not including the age of 3) for free, “children” are classed as kids between the ages of three and nine inclusive, and anyone ten years of age or older is considered as an adult.

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No, Disney does not expect you to bring any proof of age for children under 3. The honor system is pretty easy to follow at that age, so you are good just arriving and having a magical time.

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Totally up to you to decide what you want to do. Disney doesn't consistently ask for proof of age for young kids, but they certainly can if they want to. I've heard reports of them innocently asking the child how old they are - which more often than not means you're busted! Your call if you want to take the chance.

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