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Time is Running Out to use Your WPT Global Passport Dollars for Live Events
Time is running out for WPT Global players to utilize their Passport Dollars for live poker events and associated travel expenses before changes take effect on December 31, 2026.
TL;DR
WPT Global players have until December 31, 2026, to use their accumulated Passport Dollars for entries into live tournaments, as well as covering travel and accommodation costs. Any unused Passport Dollars after this date will be converted into WPT Global online tournament tickets.
Players with WPT Global Passport Dollars are reminded to check their balances, as these funds must be redeemed for live poker events and travel expenses by the end of 2026. While the deadline of December 31 offers several months, many cut-off dates for specific upcoming festivals are in mid-to-late July, requiring prompt action from participants.
The Passport Dollars can be applied towards tournament buy-ins and up to $2,000 in cash expenses for travel and accommodation at eligible festivals. WPT Global has a support team available to assist players in planning their live poker experiences.
A number of festivals are still available for Passport Dollar redemption:
| Event | Dates | Cut Off Date | Venue | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | WPT Global Festival Panama | July 27 to August 2 | July 20 | Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino | | Summer Polish Poker Cup | August 17-24 | August 3 | Banco Casino, Bratislava | | WPT Cyprus Championship | August 19-24 | July 29 | Chamada Casino, Catalkoy | | WPT Australia Prime Championship | September 17-22 | July 30 | The Star, Sydney, Australia | | WPT Australia Championship | September 24-30 | July 30 | The Star, Sydney, Australia | | WPT Prime Cyprus Championship | October 15-19 | September 26 | Chamada Casino, Catalkoy |
Players who do not wish to attend live events or cannot meet the deadlines will not lose their Passport Dollars. Instead, any remaining balance will automatically convert into WPT Global online tournament tickets after December 31. Players also have the option to request this conversion sooner if they prefer to utilize their funds for online play.
The flexibility ensures that players can either engage with the live poker circuit or participate in online multi-table tournaments. The choice ultimately lies with the player to decide how to best utilize their Passport Dollars before the redemption terms change.
