Just wondering how strict Disney and Universal are on trying to get a older child in as 3 and under?

Question

Can they ask you for a b. certificate?

Answer 1

You should just pay the money (it isn't extra money, it is the actual cost). You really don't want to be setting a poor example for your children. What you are showing them is "screw anybody whenever you can."

Now, I am not being preachy here. And I am the first one to want to save a few bucks. But you should look elsewhere to save money. Share meals, or buy one refillable soda cup and take turns.

Most important, have a fun vacation with your children.

Answer 2

I've never heard of either Disney or Universal asking for proof of the child's age. They may question you, or something a long those lines. Depending on the person working, they may make it a little more evident they don't believe you.

One thing they do to try and keep this down is to ask the kids their age. For example, if the employee feels that the child is older, they may talk to them and say "and how old are you!!!" A lot of times young kids are excited to tell their age, or that a grown up is asking them a question, etc. and will give them the response with much excitement.

In most cases you will have no problems. If they were to do something, they would more than likely just ask you to pay the money for the child. It is definitely not something uncommon. People claim children as 2 to get free tickets, as 9 to get the children in at a child's rate versus adult and 17 to prevent paying for the extra charge for another adult in a room. It happens all the time, so Disney and Universal is going to try and prevent it, but most people get by with it.

Personally, if it were me, I would just pay the extra money. It isn't that much, you are being honest and teaching your children good behaviors, and you will feel more comfortable.

The only time you cannot claim the child as being younger than they are is on a cruise, when you are required to have a birth certificate or passport or when flying. If the child is going as a lap-child (free) most airlines will require proof of age, or they will require you to pay the ticket price.

I hope this helps!

Answer 3

I was at Universal recently. We bought our tickets online. We didn't try to lie on the ages of the children. We still had a problem when going through the line with our tickets. Was actually accused of trying to scam them. I found they were definately not Disney and was extremely disappointed in the horrible treatment we received. They didn't ask for a birth certificate but it still was needless behavior on the part of Universal.

Answer 4

Hi, they do not ask for proof of age unless they feel there is a need or someone trying to pull a freebie over on them, the age groups are 3-9 children and 10 and up as adults.

Answer 5

nobody caries birth certificates so i doubt they would ask for them. the most they could do legally is refuse to sell you tickets at which time you could just go to another ticket booth. disney's policies are probably more liberal than universal. universal has undergone repeated stinky management changes and disney isn't that far behind. your vacation in orlando is all about profit maximization -- welcome.

Answer 6

i think i got in free to disney intill i was 5 and my sister 6, they dont really question childrens age that young, unless they feel they are tall enough to go on most the rides, thats he main reson they can get in free anyways

Answer 7

I don't know about requirements for b/c..just be honest and pay the extra and then no guilt or worries...: - )

Answer 8

You're asking people to help you commit fraud?

Don't kid yourself. That's what it would be.