Korea Casino Rules & Etiquette

All foreigner-only casinos in Korea require a valid, non-expired passport for identity verification at the entrance. Korean ID cards or driver's licenses from other countries are not accepted. Make sure your passport has at least 6 months of validity remaining.

The minimum legal age for casino entry in South Korea is 19 (international age). This is strictly enforced at all casino entrances with passport verification. There are no exceptions, even for accompanying family members.

Most foreigner-only casinos in Korea operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. However, it's worth verifying hours during major Korean holidays (Chuseok in September/October and Lunar New Year in January/February) as some table games may have adjusted schedules.

While casino staff generally speak basic English, Japanese and Chinese, having Papago or Google Translate on your phone helps enormously with transportation, restaurants and everyday interactions. Useful words to know: currency exchange (환전), information desk (안내데스크) and cloakroom (물품보관소).

Some casinos run free shuttle buses (Paradise Casino Walkerhill from Gwangnaru and Gangbyeon stations, Paradise City from Incheon Airport). Seoul's excellent subway system (use a T-money card) makes getting around easy. The Kakao T app is recommended for ordering taxis. Some casino coupons even include a taxi fare benefit (given as points, with conditions)!

All foreigner-only casinos in Korea offer free entry. Simply walk in with your passport — that's it. Optional membership programs are available at most casinos and offer additional perks, but they're never required to enter or play.

All major casinos have convenient on-site currency exchange counters accepting USD, JPY, CNY, EUR, GBP, THB, and more. Rates are competitive with downtown exchange offices. Bring clean, undamaged bills for the best rates — heavily worn or marked bills may be refused.

For transactions over USD $10,000 equivalent, keep all exchange receipts carefully. Korean customs may require documentation when departing the country. This is standard international anti-money laundering practice.

Decide before you go how much you will spend in the evening, as you would for a concert or a theme park, and keep to it.

Split your total budget into 3-4 separate sessions. Take breaks between them to prevent emotional decisions and fatigue. This approach extends your enjoyment and helps you stay in control of your spending.

Begin at the lowest minimum tables (usually 10,000 KRW). Observe a few rounds before sitting down to understand the flow. Don't hesitate to ask dealers for help — they're experienced at assisting first-time visitors and are happy to explain the rules.

Set phone alarms every 1-2 hours as reminders to step away. Walk around, enjoy a meal, drink water, and get some fresh air. Casino environments are designed to make you lose track of time — staying alert is your best strategy.

Korean casinos typically provide complimentary tea, coffee, soft drinks and water to guests on the casino floor. Simply ask a floor attendant.

Most major casinos operate free shuttle services from nearby airports, train stations, and popular hotel districts. Routes and schedules vary by casino — check the specific casino page on our site for shuttle details.

Present your foreign passport at the membership counter to receive a welcome package, which may include game vouchers, dining vouchers and a membership card. You can also use the coupons on this site at each casino.

After your first visit, your membership card unlocks further benefits such as birthday gifts, event invitations, dining credits and hotel discounts. Seven Luck (GKL) membership cards work at all Seven Luck branches.

Several casinos provide complimentary meals to players based on gaming duration or VIP status. Benefits vary between casinos, so check each casino page or ask at the membership counter for current dining promotions.

Save coupon images to your phone before your visit. At the casino entrance, simply show the coupon on your phone screen along with your passport. No printing needed, no app installation required.

Coupons are limited to one per person per visit. However, if you are traveling in a group, each person with a foreign passport can use their own coupon. Visit multiple casinos to use coupons at each location.

Each coupon page lists its conditions, such as first visit only and one coupon per person. Hotel packages are separate offers, so ask the hotel or casino before planning to use them together.

Each coupon's validity period is shown on its coupon page. Plan your visit within those dates.

Casinos offer their best welcome packages to first-time visitors, and you count as a first-time visitor at each casino you have not visited before. Each coupon on this site is for one person on a first visit to that casino.