Korean Casino Membership Cards: How to Apply, What to Bring, and How Casinos Differ
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What a membership card is at Korea's foreigner-only casinos: why get one, how to apply, what to bring, how each casino differs, and what to keep in mind, based on each casino's official website.
At Korea's foreigner-only casinos, your age and nationality are checked against your passport every time you enter. Many of these casinos also offer a membership card.
This article explains what changes when you get a membership card, and where and with what documents you can apply, based on information from each casino's official website. It covers real, land-based casinos in Korea.
The information was checked on each casino's official website on September 29, 2026. Membership programs and benefits may change, so please check each casino's official information before your trip.
What changes when you get a membership card
According to the official Paradise Casino website, if you do not get a membership card on your first visit, you need to bring the documents required for entry every time you come back. The official INSPIRE Casino website also says that without a membership card you must bring the required documents each time you enter, and it encourages visitors to get one.
Membership cards also come with a points system. The FAQ on the official Paradise Casino website says that points are collected automatically when you show your membership card at a table (or insert it into a slot machine) while you play. Points are valid for one year from the last time you earned points.
Having a membership card does not mean you no longer need your passport. For example, the official Seven Luck Casino website says that both your passport and your membership card are required to exchange money. Keep your passport with you during your stay.
How to apply and what to bring, by casino
Every casino requires a passport for entry, so bring it when you sign up as a member too. The name of the service desk and of the membership program differs from casino to casino. The table below summarizes the differences, followed by a short section on each casino.
| Casino | How to apply / what to bring | Membership program and benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Paradise Casino (Walkerhill, Paradise City, Busan) | Sign up and get your card at the Rewards Desk (Membership Desk) inside the casino. If you lose the card, bring a valid passport to the desk to have it reissued | Points are collected automatically when you show your card while playing (or insert it into a machine). Points are valid for one year from the last time you earned points |
| INSPIRE Casino (Incheon) | Foreign nationals must present a passport. Additional documents may be requested if needed | Casino membership program "INSPIRE Rewards". When you register, you automatically receive the first tier, "Signature" |
| Seven Luck Casino Gangnam COEX (Seoul) | Apply at the CS Center right in front of you as you enter, with your passport | Staff who speak Japanese, English and Chinese are always on duty at the CS Center |
| Seven Luck Casino Seoul Dragon City (Seoul) | Where and how the card is issued needs to be checked on site | With a membership card, food at the in-casino bar is free. Use of the VIP menu is limited by membership tier |
| Seven Luck Casino Busan Lotte Hotel (Busan) | Where and how the card is issued needs to be checked on site | If you get a membership card and play, food at the in-casino bar is free. Use of the VIP menu is limited by membership tier |
| Dream Tower Casino (Jeju) | Your passport information is used for registration (one stated purpose of registration is to confirm eligibility to enter the casino) | Dream Tower Casino's membership program is introduced on the official website. Points earned from playing can be used at a 1:1 rate to pay at outlets inside Jeju Dream Tower |
Based on each casino's official website (checked September 29, 2026; Seven Luck Casino Seoul Dragon City and Seven Luck Casino Busan Lotte Hotel checked in October 2026). A passport is required for entry at every casino. Benefits may change.
Paradise Casino (Walkerhill, Paradise City, Busan)
You sign up and get your card at the Rewards Desk (Membership Desk) inside the casino. The FAQ on the official website says that if you lose your card, you can have it reissued at the Membership Desk (or Rewards Desk) by bringing a valid passport. Entry conditions for each casino are covered on the pages for Paradise Casino Walkerhill, Paradise City and Paradise Casino Busan.
INSPIRE Casino (Incheon)
The casino's own membership program is called "INSPIRE Rewards". The official website says that when you register as a member, you automatically receive the first tier, "Signature". Foreign nationals must present a passport, and additional documents may be requested if needed. For details, see the INSPIRE Casino page.
Seven Luck Casino Gangnam COEX (Seoul)
According to the official website, the CS Center is right in front of you as you walk in, and staff who speak Japanese, English and Chinese are always on duty there. If you bring your passport, you can apply for a membership card here. For details, see the Seven Luck Casino Gangnam COEX page.
Seven Luck Casino Seoul Dragon City (Seoul)
The FAQ on the official website says that with a membership card, food at the in-casino bar is free, and that use of the VIP menu is limited by membership tier (checked in October 2026). Where and how to get a card at this casino needs to be checked on site. For details, see the Seven Luck Casino Seoul Dragon City page.
Seven Luck Casino Busan Lotte Hotel (Busan)
The FAQ on the official website says that if you get a membership card and play, food at the in-casino bar is free, and that use of the VIP menu is limited by membership tier (checked in October 2026). Where and how to get a card at this casino needs to be checked on site. For details, see the Seven Luck Casino Busan Lotte Hotel page.
Dream Tower Casino (Jeju)
The official website introduces Dream Tower Casino's membership program and says that points earned from playing at the casino can be used at a 1:1 rate to pay at outlets inside Jeju Dream Tower. One stated purpose of member registration is to confirm eligibility to enter the casino, and your passport information is used for registration. For details, see the Dream Tower Casino page.
Things to keep in mind about membership cards
- If you renew your passport, you need to submit the new document. Paradise Casino says that if the document you submitted has expired, you must submit the renewed document and have your card reissued, and that otherwise your entry may be restricted. INSPIRE Casino also asks visitors to submit a newly issued document in place of an expired one.
- Membership tiers and benefits may change depending on how the casino is run and on your play history. This article does not cover specific benefits, so please check each casino's official website for the latest details.
- There is no need to spend more than you planned just to earn points or benefits. Keep the amount you spend at the casino within the limit you set before your trip.
Summary
A membership card saves you from showing documents every time you enter, and lets you collect points based on your play. You apply at a desk inside the casino with your passport. Even after you have a card, you will still need your passport in some situations, such as exchanging money or updating your documents.
Entry conditions, dress codes and the entry process are covered in A Guide for First-Time Visitors to Korean Casinos.
For how to buy chips and exchange money, see Chips and Currency Exchange at Korean Casinos.
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Paradise City
A casino inside Paradise City, an integrated resort close to Incheon International Airport. It is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Foreign travelers can enter by showing their passport, and you must be 19 or older.
INSPIRE Casino
A casino inside INSPIRE, an integrated resort about 15 minutes by car from Terminal 2 of Incheon International Airport. It is open 24 hours a day. Foreign travelers can enter by showing their passport, and you must be 19 or older.
Paradise Casino Walkerhill
A casino on Walkerhill-ro in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. It is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Foreign travelers can enter by showing their passport, and you must be 19 or older. It offers Baccarat and a range of other games.
Seven Luck Casino Gangnam COEX
A casino in a building next to COEX in Gangnam, Seoul. It is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year, and is for foreign visitors only. Anyone under 19 cannot enter, and you must show your passport at the entrance. Japanese-speaking staff are always on duty at the CS Center.
Paradise Casino Busan
A casino in the Haeundae area of Busan. It is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Foreign travelers can enter by showing their passport, and you must be 19 or older. Casual clothing is fine.
Dream Tower Casino
A casino inside Jeju Dream Tower, a complex about 8 minutes by car from Jeju International Airport. It is open 24 hours a day. Foreign travelers can enter by showing their passport, and you must be 19 or older.
Seven Luck Casino Seoul Dragon City
A casino inside Seoul Dragon City, a complex in Yongsan, Seoul. It is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year, and is for foreign visitors only. Anyone under 19 cannot enter, and you need to show your passport at the entrance. Seoul Dragon City is connected to Exit 3 of Yongsan Station.
Seven Luck Casino Busan Lotte Hotel
A casino near Seomyeon Station in Busan. It is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year, and is for foreign visitors only. Anyone under 19 cannot enter, and you need to show your passport at the entrance. The official website says it is a 5-minute walk from Exit 7 of Seomyeon Station.
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