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South Korea, Jeju
APT Jeju 2026 | September 25 – October 7 | LES A Casino, South Korea
The Asian Poker Tour returns to South Korea for APT Jeju 2026, running from September 25 to October 7, 2026 at LES A Casino on Jeju Island. Players competing in Asian Poker Tour events can qualify online or claim exclusive signup bonuses through Natural8 , the official online poker partner of the APT.
APT Jeju 2026 Festival Information
| Festival: | Asian Poker Tour Jeju 2026 |
|---|---|
| Dates: | September 25 to October 7, 2026 |
| Venue: | LES A Casino, Jeju, South Korea |
| Online Partner: | Natural8 |
| Status: | SCHEDULE RELEASED |
One of the most prestigious stops on the Asian Poker Tour, the APT Jeju 2026 poker festival will take place from September 25 to October 7, 2026, in the poker room of the LES A Casino on the beautiful island of Jeju, South Korea. The organizers have announced a massive total guaranteed prize pool of over KRW 5,200,000,000 for the 13-day event, which is guaranteed to attract the finest local and international elite players to the tables.
Qualify for APT Jeju 2026 on Natural8 from $4
The Main Event costs KRW 2,700,000 at the cage. You do not have to pay it.
Natural8 is running online satellites into the APT Jeju 2026 Main Event across the full qualifying season, guaranteeing 113 Main Event entries in total – that is over $219,000 in seats and credits. Step buy-ins start at $4.
What Natural8 Guarantees for APT Jeju 2026
| Award | Guaranteed | Value each | Won through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Event Live Day 1 seats | 71 | $1,888 | $40 / $250 Mega Satellites |
| Main Event packages (seat + $500 credits) | 12 | $2,388 | $40 / $250 Mega Satellites |
| Main Event OnLive Day 1 seats | 30 | $1,888 | $250 Mega Satellites |
| Total Main Event entries | 113 | $219,344 combined | – |
Every one of those is a guarantee, not a projection. If a satellite field runs short, the seats are still awarded – and the overlay goes to the players who turned up.
Two Ways In
| Route | Ladder | Ends in |
|---|---|---|
| Live Day 1 | $4 or $25 step to $40 or $250 Mega | Main Event Live Day 1 seat or package |
| OnLive Day 1 | $25 step to $250 Mega | $1,888 OnLive Day 1 seat – skip Live Day 2 and start on Day 3, already in the money |
Both ladders run in parallel, so you can play either one – or both.
Online qualifiers also collect an extra 8% on any Main Event cash, up to $8,000. Direct buy-ins do not get it.
And every Natural8 player who wins an official APT Jeju 2026 trophy event receives a free $800 APT Online Main Event ticket – one per trophy.
See the full APT Jeju 2026 satellite schedule and qualify online
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113 Main Event seats are guaranteed online – see our APT Jeju 2026 satellite guide .
APT Jeju Event Highlights
The festival schedule features 136 unique tournaments, offering excellent opportunities for players of all levels. The extensive lineup includes classic No Limit Texas Hold’em events, fast-paced Turbo tournaments, technical Pot Limit Omaha variations, Mystery Bounty tournaments, and highly prestigious High Roller face-offs. This diverse selection ensures every playstyle and bankroll finds its match at this premier Asian poker gathering.
The crown jewel of the series is the Main Event, with a buy-in of KRW 2,700,000 and a guaranteed prize pool of KRW 2,200,000,000. Additionally, the Korea National Cup, the festival’s opening highlight, commands attention with a buy-in of KRW 900,000 and a guarantee of KRW 200,000,000. High-stakes enthusiasts can test their skills at the KRW 37,000,000 Superstar Challenge or the KRW 15,000,000 Super High Roller, the latter of which guarantees a prize pool of KRW 500,000,000.
Poker & Travel Guide
This festival, hosted on a gorgeous volcanic island, is a highly attractive destination for players worldwide, especially because citizens of most countries can enter without requiring a visa. To learn more about the local regulations, cash game structures, entry requirements, and the Korean poker scene, visit our comprehensive South Korea poker guide .
For high-stakes players traveling to the event, the organizers have announced an incredibly attractive Early Bird promotion. Players who pre-register and pay a combined total of KRW 64,500,000 in buy-ins for designated High Roller tournaments (including the Super High Roller, Superstar Challenge, Baby Superstar, and High Roller) by September 5, 2026, will receive 8 nights of complimentary accommodation in a premium Deluxe Suite at the luxurious Jeju Shinhwa World Marriott Resort. Extensions to this stay can be requested for an additional fee of KRW 8,000,000 per night, subject to availability.
Previous Results and Champions
The previous edition held in autumn 2025 delivered spectacular action at the tables of the Landing Casino, situated within the Jeju Shinhwa World complex. The record-breaking Main Event attracted a total of 1,693 entries, making it the largest international tournament ever hosted in the poker history of South Korea . The total prize pool escalated to a stunning KRW 3,803,155,200. The glory and the prestigious championship trophy went to Singapore’s Abraham Ceesvin , who bolstered his bankroll with a grand prize of KRW 649,835,200. The runner-up, Lili Tang of China, took home a handsome KRW 364,460,000 payout for her second-place finish, while third place went to fellow Chinese contender Shuang Qiu, who secured KRW 255,380,000 .
To view detailed statistics, specific hand reviews, and official champion photos, read our previous APT Jeju 2025 full summary .
| Event | Buy-In | Winner | Country | 1st Prize | Entries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2.6M KRW | ![Singapore [SGP]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/sg.svg "Singapore [SGP]"){kind=small} SGP | $460,850 649,835,200 KRW | 1693 ITM: 247 | Finished | ||
850K KRW | ![China [CHN]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/cn.svg "China [CHN]"){kind=small} CHN | $65,265 92,004,336 KRW | 760 ITM: 108 | Finished | ||
35M KRW | ![Hong Kong [HKG]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/hk.svg "Hong Kong [HKG]"){kind=small} HKG | $316,445 446,080,000 KRW | 40 ITM: 6 | Finished | ||
#35 Baby Superstar 2025.09.29 - 2025.09.30 | 10M KRW | CHN | $118,125 166,562,000 KRW | 64 ITM: 9 | Finished | |
#72 Zodiac Classic - Sponsored by Natural8 2025.10.02 - 2025.10.03 | ![United States of America [USA]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/us.svg "United States of America [USA]"){kind=small} USA | $173,465 | 449 ITM: 63 | Finished | ||
#78 Mini Main Event 2025.10.03 - 2025.10.04 | 1M KRW | CHN | $61,550 86,790,000 KRW | 618 ITM: 87 | Finished | |
#89 Double Stack 2025.10.04 - 2025.10.05 | 850K KRW | SGP | $25,425 35,850,454 KRW | 254 ITM: 37 | Finished | |
7M KRW | ![Viet Nam [VNM]](/assets/images/flags/4x3/vn.svg "Viet Nam [VNM]"){kind=small} VNM | $185,380 261,400,000 KRW | 305 ITM: 39 | Finished | ||
Previous Champions
Below is a breakdown of the key champions from the previous festival and the official payouts:
Singapore
Hong Kong
Viet NamThe Venue: LES A Casino
The hosting venue, LES A Casino (formerly known as Landing Casino), offers world-class gaming facilities exclusively catering to foreign passport holders. The casino is located right in the heart of the sprawling, high-end Jeju Shinhwa World resort complex, which boasts numerous luxury hotels, premium restaurants, and theme parks. For more information regarding its location, cash game stakes, and amenities, explore our in-depth LES A Casino venue guide .
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LES A Casino (formerly Landing Casino) is the high-roller haven of Jeju’s foreigner-only gaming scene, located within the sprawling Jeju Shinhwa World integrated resort. Rebranded in late 2025 to reflect a new era of “first and best” service (French: Les A), this venue has become the definitive home for high-stakes poker in South Korea . Its massive gaming floor and luxury infrastructure make it a favorite for elite international tours, including the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series and the Asian Poker Tour (APT) .
Why LES A Casino Jeju?
- Ultra-High Stakes Hub: A world-renowned destination for nosebleed stakes, frequently hosting the most expensive tournaments in Asia.
- Integrated Luxury: Situated inside Jeju Shinhwa World, offering thousands of rooms, a theme park, and duty-free shopping within steps of the poker room.
- Major Series Hub: Beyond Triton and the APT, the venue is the exclusive host for burgeoning series like the Red Dragon Poker Tour (RDPT) , K Poker Cup (KPC) , and the King Poker Cup high-roller brand.
GAMES
NLHE & PLO
ENTRY
Foreigners Only (19+)
CASH STAKES
Low to Nosebleed
The Jeju Poker Experience
The poker action at LES A Casino is split between a consistent cash game scene and a packed calendar of international festivals. Cash games typically spread KRW 2,000/5,000 and KRW 5,000/10,000 No-Limit Hold’em, though during major series like APT Jeju or Triton, the room explodes with high-stakes action reaching KRW 100,000/200,000 and beyond.
The venue is famous for its “festival season.” In early 2026, the casino hosted a massive 16-day festival featuring the K Poker Cup (KPC) x Long Poker Tour (LPT) followed immediately by the debut of the King Poker Cup, a premium high-stakes series featuring buy-ins up to $30,000. These series, alongside the Red Dragon Poker Tour and Gods of Poker (GOP) , ensure that LES A remains a year-round destination for competitive play.
Venue Logistics
📍 Location: 38 Shinhwayeoksa-ro 304 beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea. Approximately 45 minutes by shuttle or taxi from Jeju International Airport.
🏨 Accommodations: Choose between the Marriott, Landing Hotel, or Somerset within the resort complex. Many poker tours offer “Early Bird” hotel packages for players.
🛂 Identification: Strict entry rules apply. You must present a valid Foreign Passport. Expatriate Koreans (PR holders) must provide proof of residency as per local law.
🎰 Official LES A Casino Updates
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Jessy is SoMuchPoker's Technical Editor and Data Specialist, managing the live poker event database and publishing festival schedules for the site. A background in programming and data architecture shapes how he builds and maintains this database, with an emphasis on speed and accuracy.
The venue is approximately a 45 minutes drive or taxi ride from Jeju International Airport. The driving distance is about 38 km, and the resort complex also provides regular shuttle bus services for players.
Only the official local currency, the South Korean Won (KRW), is accepted directly at the poker tables and registration desks. However, currency exchange services for USD and other major international currencies are available at the main casino cage.
According to South Korean law, players must be at least 19 years of age and hold a foreign passport to enter the gaming floor. The dress code is smart casual; sandals, sleeveless shirts, and athletic shorts are strictly prohibited in the tournament area.
Live satellite qualifier tournaments are held almost daily directly at the LES A Casino during the festival. These satellites offer entry at a fraction of the cost, giving players a path to battle for a share of the massive KRW 2,200,000,000 guaranteed prize pool.
To qualify for the complimentary Deluxe Suite, high stakes players must complete their registration for the designated tournaments and submit the required buy-in deposit of KRW 64,500,000 to the organizers by the September 5, 2026 deadline.
