{"id":40450,"date":"2026-04-01T06:00:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T10:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?p=40450"},"modified":"2026-04-01T11:02:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T15:02:19","slug":"how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Buy Disney Military Tickets Long Distance (2026 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Buy_Disney_Military_Tickets_Long_Distance_Updated_2026_Guide\"><\/span>How to Buy Disney Military Tickets Long Distance (Updated 2026 Guide)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you don\u2019t live near a military base, buying Disney military tickets can feel confusing\u2014but it doesn\u2019t have to be. In fact, buying your tickets <strong>long distance<\/strong> is not only possible, it\u2019s often the <strong>fastest and most practical option<\/strong> for many military families.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#How_to_Buy_Disney_Military_Tickets_Long_Distance_Updated_2026_Guide\" >How to Buy Disney Military Tickets Long Distance (Updated 2026 Guide)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#Why_Buying_Your_Tickets_Early_Still_Matters\" >Why Buying Your Tickets Early Still Matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#Buying_on_Base_When_It_Makes_Sense\" >Buying on Base (When It Makes Sense)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#Best_Long-Distance_Ticket_Offices_Fast_Reliable\" >Best Long-Distance Ticket Offices (Fast &amp; Reliable)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#Patrick_Space_Force_Base_ITT_Top_Recommendation\" >Patrick Space Force Base ITT (Top Recommendation)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#Camp_Pendleton_ITT_Best_for_Disneyland\" >Camp Pendleton ITT (Best for Disneyland)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#Orlando_ITT\" >Orlando ITT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#Other_ITT_Offices\" >Other ITT Offices<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#Buying_from_Shades_of_Green_Resort\" >Buying from Shades of Green Resort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#Activated_vs_Unactivated_Tickets_Important\" >Activated vs. Unactivated Tickets (Important)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#How_to_Link_Your_Tickets\" >How to Link Your Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#How_to_Decide_Where_to_Buy\" >How to Decide Where to Buy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-buy-disney-military-tickets-long-distance-detailed-guide\/#Pro_Tips_for_Buying_Long_Distance\" >Pro Tips for Buying Long Distance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Note, this applies to the other Theme Parks as well (Universal, SeaWorld, etc.)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Disney-Armed-Forces-Salute-Ticket-Magic-Kingdom.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-24269\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Disney-Armed-Forces-Salute-Ticket-Magic-Kingdom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Disney-Armed-Forces-Salute-Ticket-Magic-Kingdom.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Disney-Armed-Forces-Salute-Ticket-Magic-Kingdom-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Disney-Armed-Forces-Salute-Ticket-Magic-Kingdom-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Disney-Armed-Forces-Salute-Ticket-Magic-Kingdom-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Years ago, this process relied heavily on calling ticket offices like Shades of Green. Today, things have evolved. You now have multiple reliable ways to purchase tickets remotely\u2014by phone, email, or online submission\u2014while still getting everything you need to plan your trip in advance.<\/p>\n<p>This guide walks you through the best long-distance options, what to expect from each, and how to choose the right one for your situation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Buying_Your_Tickets_Early_Still_Matters\"><\/span>Why Buying Your Tickets Early Still Matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before we get into where to buy, it\u2019s important to understand <strong>why timing matters<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>To fully plan your trip, you\u2019ll need to link your tickets in <strong>My Disney Experience<\/strong> (Walt Disney World) or the Disneyland app. This allows you to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make park reservations (when required)<\/li>\n<li>Plan your park days<\/li>\n<li>Purchase Lightning Lane Multi Pass or Single Pass selections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Without your ticket numbers, you can\u2019t do any of this. Waiting until you arrive can limit your options\u2014especially during busy travel periods.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buying_on_Base_When_It_Makes_Sense\"><\/span>Buying on Base (When It Makes Sense)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re stationed near a base, your local ITT or MWR office is often the <strong>easiest option<\/strong>. You can walk in, ask questions, and leave with your tickets in hand.<\/p>\n<p>However, many retirees, veterans, and even active-duty families <strong>don\u2019t live near a convenient base location<\/strong>. Even when a base is nearby, getting there isn\u2019t always practical. For example, I live and work near Wright-Patterson AFB, but getting to the ITT office can take 45+ minutes round trip\u2014so I almost always buy long distance instead.<\/p>\n<p>And in some cases, long-distance options offer advantages like <strong>faster access to ticket numbers<\/strong> or even <strong>pre-activated tickets<\/strong>. Base Ticket Offices usually do not keep tickets in stock and order them from a regional ITT center, causing a return trip to pick the tickets up.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Long-Distance_Ticket_Offices_Fast_Reliable\"><\/span>Best Long-Distance Ticket Offices (Fast &amp; Reliable)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These are the most reliable and commonly used options for buying Disney military tickets remotely.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22865\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Orlando-MWR-ITT-Office.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22865\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22865\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Orlando-MWR-ITT-Office.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Orlando-MWR-ITT-Office.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Orlando-MWR-ITT-Office-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Orlando-MWR-ITT-Office-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Orlando-MWR-ITT-Office-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-22865\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Orlando Florida Navy Tickets and Travel Office Interior<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Patrick_Space_Force_Base_ITT_Top_Recommendation\"><\/span>Patrick Space Force Base ITT (Top Recommendation)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is one of the <strong>fastest and most efficient<\/strong> ticket offices available.<\/p>\n<p>After placing your order and payment, Patrick SFB ITT often has your tickets entered into Disney\u2019s system quickly\u2014sometimes within hours. In many cases, you\u2019ll receive your <strong>ticket numbers by email the same day<\/strong>, allowing you to link them immediately.<\/p>\n<p>Physical tickets, if any, are shipped (typically via FedEx), but you don\u2019t have to wait for them to begin planning.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gopatrickfl.com\/tickets-and-travel.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Patrick SFB ITT Webpage<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Camp_Pendleton_ITT_Best_for_Disneyland\"><\/span>Camp Pendleton ITT (Best for Disneyland)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Camp Pendleton is an excellent option, especially for Disneyland tickets. They offer both Armed Forces Salute and regular military discounted tickets.<\/p>\n<p>They can take orders over the phone and email the tickets to you. Processing times are generally the same day. I buy my Disneyland tickets here!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pendleton.usmc-mccs.org\/dining-entertainment\/information-tickets-and-tours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Camp Pendleton ITT Webpage<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Orlando_ITT\"><\/span>Orlando ITT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This lesser-known option has earned a strong reputation for <strong>fast service<\/strong>. It\u2019s a great choice, particularly for Walt Disney World tickets.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/military-discount-theme-park-tickets\/orlando-florida-itt-ticket-sales-office\/\">Orland ITT Info<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_ITT_Offices\"><\/span>Other ITT Offices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many other bases offer remote ticket sales, the below options have been recommended by MDT resdersincluding:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>NAS Corpus Christi MWR<\/li>\n<li>Nellis AFB ITT<\/li>\n<li>Newport MWR<\/li>\n<li>Lackland ITT<\/li>\n<li>Hanscom ITT<\/li>\n<li>DLA San Joaquin MWR<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Availability and speed vary, so it\u2019s always worth asking about processing times.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buying_from_Shades_of_Green_Resort\"><\/span>Buying from Shades of Green Resort<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_17895\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Ticket-Office.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17895\" class=\"size-full wp-image-17895\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Ticket-Office.jpeg\" alt=\"Shades of Green Military Discounted Tickets for Other Orlando Area Attractions\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Ticket-Office.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Ticket-Office-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Ticket-Office-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shades-of-Green-Ticket-Office-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-17895\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shades of Green&#8217;s Attraction Ticket Office<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Shades of Green offers a unique advantage\u2014but also comes with an important trade-off.<\/p>\n<p>Their ticket office allows long-distance purchases through an online form submission process. After submitting your request, they will call you to collect payment and finalize the order.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s the key thing to understand:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Shades of Green can be VERY SLOW.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Depending on demand, it can take anywhere from a few hours to <strong>up to 3 weeks<\/strong> to receive a callback. This is not unusual\u2014it\u2019s something you absolutely need to factor into your planning timeline.<\/p>\n<p>Once processed, they will email you a PDF containing your ticket numbers and barcodes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The big advantage:<\/strong> Shades of Green is the <strong>only location that sells pre-activated Disney Armed Forces Salute tickets<\/strong>. That means you can go straight to the park entrance without stopping at Guest Relations first and waiting in line to activate your tickets.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green-resort-at-walt-disney-world\/shades-of-green-military-ticket-sales-office\/\">Shades of Green&#8217;s Ticket Office Information<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-activate-your-disney-armed-forces-salute-theme-park-tickets\/\">MDT Ticket Activation Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shadesofgreen.org\/experiences\/attractions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shades of Green&#8217;s Ticket Office Webpage<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Activated_vs_Unactivated_Tickets_Important\"><\/span>Activated vs. Unactivated Tickets (Important)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is one of the most misunderstood parts of the process.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shades of Green tickets are pre-activated.<\/strong> You can use them immediately at park entry.<\/p>\n<p><strong>All other ticket offices sell unactivated tickets.<\/strong> Even if they say the tickets are \u201cactivated,\u201d what they usually mean is that they can be linked in My Disney Experience.<\/p>\n<p>You will still need to <strong>show your military ID and activate those tickets<\/strong> at a Disney ticket window or Guest Relations before first use. This can take time on your first park day as there could be a long line!<\/p>\n<p>The good news is that <strong>unactivated tickets can still be linked<\/strong> in advance, so you can make park reservations and plan your trip without delay.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Link_Your_Tickets\"><\/span>How to Link Your Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once you receive your ticket numbers (or exchange vouchers), you can link them in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>My Disney Experience (Walt Disney World) &#8211; app or website<\/li>\n<li>Disneyland &#8211; app or website<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can enter the numbers manually or scan them using your smartphone.<\/p>\n<p>Once linked, assign each ticket to a guest and proceed with your planning.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Decide_Where_to_Buy\"><\/span>How to Decide Where to Buy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here\u2019s a simple way to choose the best option:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Need tickets fast?<\/strong> Use Patrick SFB ITT<\/li>\n<li><strong>Going to Disneyland?<\/strong> Use Camp Pendleton<\/li>\n<li><strong>Want pre-activated tickets?<\/strong> Use Shades of Green (but plan ahead!)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prefer in-person help?<\/strong> Use your local base ITT office<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For many families, long-distance purchasing is not just a backup plan\u2014it\u2019s the <strong>most efficient way to get tickets quickly and start planning right away<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_Tips_for_Buying_Long_Distance\"><\/span>Pro Tips for Buying Long Distance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before you place your order, keep these tips in mind:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Select your <strong>ticket start date carefully,\u00a0<\/strong> for date-based tickets (these are the WDW Military Theme Park Tickets, but not the Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets)<\/li>\n<li>Confirm <strong>expiration dates<\/strong> for your tickets<\/li>\n<li>Allow extra time if using Shades of Green<\/li>\n<li>Link your tickets as soon as you receive the numbers<\/li>\n<li>Plan your Lightning Lane selections after linking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Buying your tickets early\u2014and from the right source\u2014can make a huge difference in how smoothly your trip comes together.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Have you bought your Disney military tickets long distance? 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