The next time you visit Universal Orlando Resort, you will be able to experience Effortless Entry using Photo Validation with a Universal Express Pass. After you have enrolled in Photo Validation at the theme park entrance, you’ll be able to bypass the regular line at select attractions in Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure without scanning your physical Universal Express Pass!

I love this technology because it saves a lot of time. Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal uses this instead of having to scan your Passport now. The line for customers doesn’t stop - people walk up to the camera, pause for a spit second, and then off they go.

Universal Orlando has been using Photo Validation technology to enter the theme parks as well. This significantly cuts down on the time it used to take to enter the theme parks, especially during the morning rush.

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Here’s how Photo Validation works at Universal Orlando

Scan your ticket at the park entrance. You’ll still need to bring your tickets and your Express Passes each time you visit.
Pose for the camera as the system creates a Photo Template that will be used to verify your identity.
Once you’re verified, you are good to go and enjoy the attractions.

Here’s a tip: Before you visit the parks, make sure you link your park tickets to your Universal Account Wallet. This will give you a head start on unlocking a more seamless experience with Photo Validation when you arrive at the park entrance.

Frequently Asked Questions about Photo Validation at Universal Orlando

What is Photo Validation?

Photo Validation is a faster and more seamless way for our Guests to access select experiences throughout Universal Orlando Resort during their visit.

How Does Photo Validation Work?

Upon entering the theme parks, Guests will now be asked to take a photo instead of scanning their fingerprint. This photo will be securely stored and used to generate a Photo Template, which will validate admission and other entitlements during their current and future visits.

Can a Guest opt back in to Photo Validation?

Yes, Guests who opt-out and want to enroll in Photo Validation can do so at the park entrance, Guest Services, or in Universal Express lines at select attractions during the technical rehearsal period.

How is Photo Validation being used at Universal Orlando?

We use Photo Validation to verify tickets and ticket holders – making it a faster and more seamless way for our guests to access select experiences during their visit. Photo Validation is currently used at the park entrances of Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, and Universal Volcano Bay. Now, Guests may also use Photo Validation to verify and use their Universal Express Pass at select attractions throughout Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida during this technical rehearsal period.

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