Does Disney offer discounts for special needs?

While Walt Disney World does not offer discounts on tickets, they do offer many services for Guests with disabilities. Eligible Guests can register for the Disability Access Service (DAS) program, which offers a wide variety of benefits and accommodations specific to each Guests needs.



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DAS 101. The Disney Disability Access Service (DAS) pass is intended for guests who have a disability that prevents them from waiting in line — autism or otherwise. It is important to note that the DAS pass does not allow you to skip the line. Instead, it serves as a virtual line, where you are provided a return time ...

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

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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.

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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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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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Chilling at Epcot's Living Seas. Many autistic children love this attraction. Finally, Epcot is easily the quietest and most spacious, least crowded of the four. Bring over stimulated kids to Epcot to chill for a while.

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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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“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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The Disability Access Service (DAS) is designed for guests who have a difficult time waiting in long lines for various reasons. I've heard of people using this service for a physical disability like severe plantar fasciitis to psychological disabilities like anxiety or being on the autism spectrum.

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Registration Process There are 2 ways for eligible Guests to register for the DAS program—pre-arrival via live video chat or in person at Guest Relations during a park visit. Cast Members will work with Guests individually to discuss specific requests and offer assistance.

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Disabled parking is not free throughout Disney World. However, in certain areas of the resort, disabled permit-holders may avail of free parking. In the main resort car parks, disabled drivers must pay the standard fee to park.

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Disabilities Access Service (DAS) Card Guests with Diabetes do qualify for the DAS card. Please see our DAS FAQs for information about how to get this pass.

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