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  • On May 12, 2025
    Samantha from NSW Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    I have been to Disney World 18 months ago, can I use the same Physical Card for entry to the parks, LLs etc? If so how do I link them to my tickets? (I note that under the Magic Bands and Cards section of the website, Cards are no longer listed)

    Welcome to planDisney, Samantha! 

    How exciting that you're headed back to The Most Magical Place on Earth! If you're anything like me, you were probably planning your next Walt Disney World Resort vacation before the last one was even over. There's just nothing quite like leaving today and entering the world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy.  

    While there are so many ways to access the magic of Walt Disney World Resort, it sounds like you used a Key to the World Card during your most recent vacation. These plastic cards typically feature the familiar face of a beloved Disney character, and once linked to a My Disney Experience account, can be used to enter your Disney Resort hotel room as well as Walt Disney World's theme parks. 

    If you still have the Key to the World Card from your last visit, Samantha, I just verified with a helpful Cast Member that you can indeed use it during your upcoming vacation. Because these cards remain linked to your My Disney Experience account, you can conveniently verify its current activation status by logging into your account and selecting 'My MagicBands & Cards' from the dropdown menu. From there, you'll scroll to 'Manage MagicBands or Cards' and click on the triangle to see a list of the MagicBands or Cards currently linked to your account. If you don't see your Card listed there or can't access your account, Hakuna Matata, you can easily request a new one at the Front Desk of your Disney Resort hotel upon check-in. 

    While you are more than welcome to use a Key to the World Card during your visit, did you know that Disney MagicMobile service will enable your phone to serve as a digital 'Key to the World' allowing you to enter the theme parks, link Disney PhotoPass images, check-in to Lightning Lane entrances, and charge purchases? Just like magic!

    I hope this was helpful, Samantha, and that you'll come see us again at planDisney as you finalize the details of your upcoming visit. You've got a friend in me!

    Thinking Happy Thoughts,
    Lizzie
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Meet the Panelist: Lizzie, Georgia

Oh, hi! Lizzie here - a wife, dog mom, and 'Disney adult' perpetually planning my family's next magical vacation. My happy thoughts include Walt Disney World snacks, character hugs, photo ops, and balloons on Main Street, U.S.A. Whether you're planning to visit with friends or with family, for a week or a weekend, to splurge or to save, I'm here to help you embrace your inner hakuna matata as you stroll through The Most Magical Place on Earth with your favorite Mickey-shaped snack in hand!
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