WPT Prime Thailand Exhibition: Registration & Participation Guide 

The first-ever international poker event in Thailand,  WPT Prime Thailand Exhibition,  will be held from July 30 to August 5, 2025, at UOB LIVE in the EMSPHERE mall, Bangkok. This guide will walk you through how to register and participate using only your mobile phone,  no more waiting in line at the counter. Just follow the steps below.

WPT Prime Thailand Exhibition: Registration & Participation Guide

• Pre-Tournament Preparation: Register & Verify Accounts on Two Platforms

APU App: Your Tournament Concierge

APU (Asia Poker Union) is the official WPT tournament management platform, offering features like account registration, tournament sign-up, event tracking, chip counts, and schedule reminders. It’s available for both iOS and Android. With APU, you can sync tournament data in real time and easily track your event updates.

Registration Steps (iOS Example):

1. Download & Install

• Go to the App Store and search “APU Poker” or visit apudownload.com
• Tap “Get” to download

2. Create Account

• Open the app and tap “Register”
• Enter your phone number and set a password (must include uppercase + lowercase letters and numbers, 8+ characters)

3. Real Name Verification

• Go to “Profile” → tap “Real Name Verification”
• Submit full name, date of birth, passport number (or national ID)
  • Note: Once submitted, info can’t be changed
• Tap Submit to complete verification

WPT Account: Your All-Access Pass

A WPT account grants access to all WPT platforms and lets you register for WPT events online or offline worldwide. You can view your tournament history, rankings, winnings, and receive official updates like event promos, strategy content, and pro player news.

Registration & Verification:

1. Register on Website
   

• Visit: www.worldpokertour.com/signup
• Click “Create Account”
• Fill in username (recommended: match APU username), password, email, and check “I am 18+”

2. Sign the Agreement

• Go to “Account Settings → Agreements”
• Read the 2025 WPT Player Agreement (includes tournament rules, prize terms, suspension clauses, etc.)
• Check “Agree” and add your e-signature

3. Email Verification

• WPT will email you with subject: “Verify Your WPT Account”
• If you don’t see it, check “Spam” or “Promotions” folders
• Click the link to complete verification
• Once verified, account status will show “Verified”
  • Take a screenshot for proof (required for later registration)

Reminders:

• Real-name info cannot be changed after submission
• Verification emails may end up in spam

1. Participation Process: From Arrival to Taking Your Seat
2. Arrive at EMSPHERE Mall

• Directions: Enter via the Ground Floor (GF) main entrance → turn right toward Shake Shack → take the orange elevator to the 5th Floor
• Security: Only 18+ allowed. No clothing or accessories with online poker/gambling logos

2. Buy a Package & Redeem Tickets (6F APU Desk)

• Buy Package: Purchase a “Poker + Travel” package at the 6F APU counter and get complimentary tournament tickets
• Redeem Ticket: Transfer tickets to your APU Backpack (wallet), ready for event registration

3. Register for Event

• Once registration opens, use your ticket in the APU Backpack to sign up and obtain your Entry Pass

4. Get Your Entry Appointment Pass

• Submit your Entry Pass to receive an Event Appointment Pass, which is your proof of entry

5. Enter the Tournament Hall

• Show your Event Appointment Pass to security for access

6. On-Site Registration (For First-Time Players)

Prepare the following:

• Passport or Thai National ID
• Event Appointment Pass
• Verified WPT account (only needed the first time you register)

7. Get Your Seat Number

• Staff will confirm your details and assign a table and seat

WPT Prime Thailand Exhibition – Key Events

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Links:

WPT Prime Thailand – News
WPT Prime Thailand – All The Info