Korea Casino FAQ for Foreign Visitors

Yes. Seoul has three foreigner-only casinos listed on this site: Seven Luck Casino Gangnam COEX, Seven Luck Casino Seoul Dragon City and Paradise Casino Walkerhill. They admit foreign passport holders aged 19 or over, and all three have a free coupon on this site.

Yes. The casino business is a licensed tourism business under Korea's Tourism Promotion Act, and casinos operate inside top-grade hotels, resorts and convention facilities. Casinos may admit foreign visitors aged 19 or over; Korean nationals, apart from registered overseas emigrants, may enter only Kangwon Land.

Yes. This site lists two casinos on Noyeon-ro in Jeju City: Dream Tower Casino in the Jeju Dream Tower integrated resort and Paradise Casino Jeju Grand. Both admit foreign passport holders aged 19 or over.

By the facility figures on this site's casino pages, Kangwon Land Casino at High1 Resort is the largest, with 193 game tables and 1,360 machines; it is also the casino that admits Korean nationals. Among the foreigner-only casinos on this site, Paradise City (180 game tables) and Inspire (159 game tables) near Incheon International Airport are the largest.

Yes. Paradise Casino Walkerhill is on the basement level (B1F) of Grand Walkerhill Seoul in Gwangjin-gu, eastern Seoul. Paradise has run a casino at Walkerhill since 1968. It admits foreign passport holders aged 19 or over, and this site has a free coupon for it.

Yes. This site covers two casinos in Busan: Paradise Casino Busan on the Haeundae beachfront in Haeundae-gu, and Seven Luck Casino Busan Lotte inside the Lotte Hotel in Busanjin-gu. Both are open 24 hours, admit foreign passport holders aged 19 or over, and have a free coupon on this site.

Korea has 18 legally licensed casinos, and 17 of them are exclusively for foreign passport holders. The major casino brands include Seven Luck Casino (operated by Grand Korea Leisure, with 3 locations in Seoul Gangnam COEX, Seoul Dragon City, and Busan Lotte), Paradise Group (Paradise City Incheon, Walkerhill Seoul, Busan, and Jeju Grand), and several independent casinos on Jeju Island. Kangwon Land in Gangwon Province is the only casino open to Korean nationals. All you need to enter is a valid foreign passport — entry is free!

Paradise casinos are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Kangwon Land is open from 10:00 to 06:00 and notes that its hours may change. For the other casinos, check each casino page, especially around Korean holidays such as Chuseok and Lunar New Year.

You must be 19 or older to enter a casino in Korea (Tourism Promotion Act, Article 28). Casinos check your age and nationality from your passport at the entrance, so bring the original.

Korean won (KRW) is used. Paradise casinos have an exchange counter on site; for the other casinos, check the casino page.

Smart casual attire is recommended at most Korean casinos — think clean jeans with a collared shirt, polo, or neat blouse. Avoid shorts, tank tops, flip-flops, torn jeans, athletic wear, and beachwear, as these may result in denied entry. VIP rooms and premium areas may require more formal attire such as a jacket or blazer. When in doubt, dress up rather than down!

Most Korean casinos have designated smoking areas or separate smoking and non-smoking gaming floors. Some newer casinos have invested in advanced ventilation systems for their smoking sections. If you prefer a smoke-free environment, ask the staff to direct you to the non-smoking gaming area.

It's incredibly easy! Browse our coupon collection, save or bookmark the ones you want on your phone, then visit the casino with your foreign passport. At the casino reception (welcome desk or membership desk), show the coupon image on your phone screen along with your passport. The staff will verify your identity and apply the benefits immediately. No signup, no app download, no registration needed — just show your phone!

Generally, one coupon can be used per person per visit at each casino. However, you can use different coupons at different casinos! Check the specific terms and conditions on each coupon page for details. Some casinos may offer additional promotions that can be combined with our coupons.

Our coupons are available to all foreign passport holders visiting Korea. Korean nationals cannot use foreigner-only casino coupons. You must be 19 years or older and present a valid foreign passport at the casino to redeem any coupon.

Benefits are set by each casino: welcome gifts, game vouchers, free meals and, at Paradise Casino Walkerhill, a taxi fare benefit of up to 100,000 points after earning 300+ Table Points. Each coupon page lists the exact benefits and the validity date.

Each coupon has its own validity period clearly displayed on the coupon page. Most of our current coupons are valid through December 31, 2026. We regularly update our collection and add new coupons, so check back before your trip for the latest offers!

Most Seoul casinos are conveniently accessible by subway (use a T-money card for easy transit). Many casinos also offer free shuttle bus services from major hotels and subway stations — schedules are available on each casino's detail page. Paradise City Incheon is just 3 minutes from Incheon International Airport by monorail, making it convenient for transit passengers!

Yes! Most major casinos offer complimentary shuttle buses running every 10-20 minutes from nearby subway stations and major hotels, typically from 06:20 to 23:00. Check the specific casino's page on our website for shuttle schedules, pickup locations, and route maps.

Absolutely! Taxis are readily available throughout Korea and are an affordable, convenient option. Download the Kakao T app for easy taxi ordering. Some of our casino coupons even include a taxi fare benefit of up to 100,000 points (Paradise Casino Walkerhill, after earning 300+ Table Points) — check the coupon details!

Yes! Paradise City and Inspire Casino are both within 5 minutes of Incheon International Airport — the closest casinos to any international airport in Korea. Free shuttle buses run from the airport (Paradise City's leave Terminal 1 stops 3C and 14C every 30 minutes each). This makes them a practical choice for travelers with a long layover or arriving late at night. Seoul-based casinos like Seven Luck and Walkerhill are approximately 60-90 minutes from Incheon Airport by airport bus or taxi.

Casino exchange counters offer competitive rates and are the most convenient option. For slightly better rates, try Myeongdong street-level exchange booths or major bank branches in tourist areas. Avoid airport exchange counters which typically have the worst rates. Most casinos accept USD, JPY, CNY, and EUR directly.

There is no mandatory time limit for foreign visitors at Korean casinos. However, all casinos encourage responsible play and offer self-exclusion programs. Take regular breaks, stay hydrated, and set personal time and budget limits before you start playing.

You must present a valid foreign passport at the entrance. Korean national ID cards and Korean passports are NOT accepted at foreigner-only casinos (Kangwon Land is the exception for Korean nationals). Expired passports are not accepted. Some casinos may also accept Alien Registration Cards for foreign residents.

No. Casinos may not admit Korean nationals, except overseas emigrants registered under the Overseas Emigration Act, who must bring the documents the casino asks for. Kangwon Land in Gangwon Province is the casino on this site that admits Korean nationals.

Smoking policies vary by casino. Most casinos have designated smoking areas or separate smoking floors. Some modern casinos like Inspire and Paradise City have smoke-free gaming floors with separate smoking lounges. Ask at the entrance about the current smoking policy.

Outside food and beverages are generally not allowed on the gaming floor. However, casinos provide complimentary beverages (tea, coffee, soft drinks, water) and many offer free or discounted dining for active players. Restaurants and bars within the casino complex are always available.