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  • On Nov 15, 2025
    Terence from FL Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    How soon will I receive my annual pass after purchase?

    Welcome to planDisney, Terence! There's a great big beautiful tomorrow shining at the end of every day, and it looks like yours is going to be extra special as you're set to arrive at the Walt Disney World Resort! And even more magical, it sounds like you may be joining the Annual Passholder family! What a perfect holiday treat!

    Terence, you should be able to link your Annual Pass directly to your My Disney Experience account when you make your purchase, and you should see it immediately under the "My Tickets & Passes" tile on your mobile app. Once purchased, you can activate the pass any time within the next 365 days (your activation day will be the first day that you use the pass for theme park entry, and your pass will expire one year from the date of first use, not the purchase date). When I purchased my Annual Pass, it showed up in my account right away, and I was able to make Theme Park Reservations for my next visit. I did have to stop by Guest Relations before entering my first park to officially activate the pass, and at that time, I was offered a physical Annual Pass card as well!

    Terence, with your Annual Pass, you're signing up for some awesome discounts, perks, and special extras, so be sure to keep an eye on The Passholder Buzz in the My Disney Experience mobile app so you don't miss a thing during your magical year! 

    I hope this helps, Terence, and I hope you enjoy kicking off the holidays with lots of magical visits to the Most Magical Place on Earth! If you have any other planning questions, come see us again here at planDisney! We're all ears!

    Magic Awaits,
    Alison
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Meet the Panelist: Alison, Louisiana

I'm Alison - a wife, mom, and teacher from New Orleans, LA. My first childhood visit to the Walt Disney World Resort sparked a lifelong love of this magical place, and I still find magic in both the new and nostalgic on each visit! I understand the changing dynamics of planning a practically perfect vacation; no matter how large your group is or what your interests are, I look forward to helping you create magical memories and discover unique experiences to make them even more enchanting! Learn More About Alison

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