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Originally Posted by centgas
So I'm planning to send about $10k to this.. https://www.wsop.com/2023/wsop-2023-...structions.pdf
Some questions, if anyone would be so kind..
1. Besides doing as the form says, (name and TR number), can I just send the money as instructed and then pick it up at the WSOP cage, in cash?
2. Is there any requirement to play WSOP events? I will, but mainly other places
3. How long do the wire transfers usually take from the UK?
4. Will they send however much back, if I give them however much of a cash amount?
From my experience last year. Funds sent to PARIS /WSOP cage can be used for buy in at WSOP Events
ONLY They wire back funds to your account but I THINK only anything over $1000 - they will give you smaller cash amounts direct when you close the account.
Wire transfers are normally confirmable in about 2 hours regardless of domestic or international.
Hang on to your banks confirmation as it helps in the verification process when you get to Paris/WSOP cage. The process of confirming who you are is painless and quick or at least it was for me.
Anytime you need the funds for a tourneyment buyin you provide the account TRM (?) # your ID and they just deduct it from your balance. You can also do most of it via Bravo but I'm old school and just did it face to face.
I know you said you read the instructions but let me bring this to your attention
WSOP Tournament Account: Players can wire in funds for WSOP events or place money on account when they arrive. After setting up an account at the WSOP Main Cage in the Champagne Ballroom, the player will have the option to register online or via mobile device (through
www.BravoPokerLive.com) for WSOP tournaments with the funds used to initiate the account and simply print seat card(s) at one of the kiosks – avoiding the need to use the registration line to enter events.
Payouts – Players collect their winnings at the WSOP Main Cage in the Champagne Ballroom. Players can request one of the following methods of payment: cash, wire transfer, casino chips, check, or tournament account deposit. Those who have a Bravo Tournament Buy-In Account can direct funds back to their account.
International Players Applying for an ITIN: International players are required to bring an additional form of identification that shows residential address, such as a signed lease agreement, a utility bill or a mobile phone bill.
If you want to have access to cash outside of WSOP Events you might want to wire some funds to the Hotel Cage you are staying at. Each Casino has their own rules and regulations so just check carefully before you decide as some casino's will only give you chips for their table games and not cash direct. Of course you can always go play a couple hands of blackjack and go back to the cage to get currency.
Hopefully you get more answers from others who have done it more times than I have.