What is Das at WDW?

Accommodating Guests with Disabilities

As part of this commitment, Disability Access Service (DAS) is a program offered at Walt Disney World theme parks to assist Guests who have difficulty tolerating extended waits in a conventional queue environment due to disability.

What qualifies for Das at Disney?

Any adult or child with a disability that could endanger them, prevent them from fully enjoying the parks or waiting in a traditional line qualifies for DAS. This includes guests with both visible injuries or disabilities and those with less visible, non-apparent disabilities that could impact their park experience.

What disabilities are covered under Disney das?

Do I need genie plus if I have DAS?

I was actually able to use the new Disability Access Service (DAS) alongside the Disney Genie+ service on a recent trip, so I'm happy to share my experiences with you. The short answer is a resounding YES, you can use both services at the same time - they are completely independent.

Does ADHD qualify for Disney das?

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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What to Say to Get a DAS pass?

To register for a DAS Pass, you will need to speak with a Cast Member directly (either in person or online) about why the condition makes waiting in line difficult. You don't need to show paperwork or proof of your illness or condition.

Can Disney ask for proof of disability?

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. This is both good and bad.

Can you use DAS and lightning lane together?

The Lightning Lane entrance is a designated entrance at select attractions that offer the Disney Genie+ service and registered DAS Guests are able to enter such an eligible attraction and use the Lightning Lane entrance when the DAS Return Time arrival window for that attraction comes up.

Can I use DAS for Rise of the Resistance?

Disney's Disability Access Service (DAS) can be used to join the Resistance at Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance pending availability of course. I recommend the convenience of pre-registration in advance of your visit with the DAS Advance option - 30-days before your arrival but no less than 2-days before arrival.

How long is a Disney Das pass good for?

Once registered, DAS is valid for up to 60 days. Two exciting new features have been added to the DAS program: (1) the opportunity to pre-register via live video call and use DAS Advance pre-arrival planning and (2) a convenient way to receive DAS return times through the My Disney Experience app.

How many people are on a DAS pass?

The Cast Member with whom I spoke told me that you can currently have six Guests, including the person with the disability, on one Disability Access Service account.

Do wheelchairs skip the line at Disney?

Disney has been steadily altering their attraction queues so that guests in wheelchairs and ECVs can stay in the regular queue with everyone else. There are still some attractions, such as Spaceship Earth in Epcot, which have a handicapped entrance, but this doesn't mean you'll be moved ahead of everyone else.

Can diabetics skip lines at Disney?

The “DAS Card” stands for Disabilities Access Service, and is available at Disneyland. This card allows for people who are not able to wait in long lines to come back at a designated time and skip to the front of the line. Hypoglycemia as a result of T1D would be the reason given when requesting one of these cards.

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What qualifies disability?

It says you're disabled if: you have a physical or mental impairment. that impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.

What is a non apparent disability?

It suggests the person is not visible or that you cannot discern that a person has a disability, which is not always true. The same is true for “non-visible disability”. Non-apparent disabilities may become apparent, depending on the type of disability.

Can you use DAS for any ride?

So yes, you'll have plenty of options for using DAS at both theme parks, and not just the attractions that offer Lightning Lanes.

Can you use DAS on ratatouille ride?

But, while some attractions are available to be booked in the DAS system ahead of arrival, Remy's Ratatouille Adventure is not. Instead, registered guests using DAS will need to request their return time after they enter the park (we recommend doing this first thing!).

Is Disney still doing disability passes?

Currently at Disneyland and Disney World, Guests can only register for disability access once they are at the theme parks.

How many rides can you book with DAS?

Can I repeat rides? You can use the DAS to go on any one ride as many times as you'd like. There's been some confusion because with the Genie+ plan you can only use it for each ride one time that day.

When can I make Das pass reservations?

DAS Advance selections must be made between 2 and 30 days prior to the park visit. If you're scheduling for multiple days, please note that all days must fall within the 2-to-30-day planning period.

Do you need a doctor's note to rent a wheelchair at Disney World?

You don't need to bring a doctor's note or other proof of disability, but be prepared to tell the cast member who helps you about your situation and what kind of help you need. The cast member who helps you can either issue a Disability Access Services card or will recommend that you rent a scooter or wheelchair.

Can you pay to skip lines at Disney World?

Disneyland and Walt Disney World have decided that customers will need to pay extra to skip lines for rides. Customers who want to skip lines will now need to pay $15 per ticket per day at Disney World and $20 per ticket per day at Disneyland to access the new Disney Genie+ service, the parks said.

Is parking free for handicap at Disney World?

Standard parking at Disney Resort hotels is complimentary for any Guest with a valid disability parking permit and a current room or dining reservation at that particular resort. Designated parking areas are available for Guests with disabilities at all Disney Resort hotels.