Does ADHD qualify for a disability pass at Disneyland?

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?



People Also Ask

A specific guide for non-neurotypical children A detailed guide (on the official Disneyland Paris website and in paper format) is aimed at people affected by the autism spectrum (ASD, ADD/ADHD, etc.). It presents the level of noise, light, darkness, etc. on each attraction, i.e. all sensory levels.

MORE DETAILS

No, you do not need proof of your disability at Disney parks in the United States (but the rules can be different at international Disney parks). Disneyland takes guests at their word and doesn't have the legal right to ask for it.

MORE DETAILS

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.”

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.


MORE DETAILS

“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.”

MORE DETAILS

The DAS pass will only show up on your My Disney Experience app for the day you have a park ticket and reservation and when you are actually in the park. If you go to the hamburger menu and scroll all the way down, you will see your DAS access pass.

MORE DETAILS

The Disney cast members will work with that guest on an individual basis to make whatever accommodations are necessary. There is no requirement for guests to prove medical disability with a doctor's note or documentation; Disney takes guests at their word.

MORE DETAILS

When registering for DAS, you will be able to indicate which other Guests you will be visiting the Theme Parks with. The DAS Guest can then include up to five of these other Guests on each return time selection.

MORE DETAILS