South Korea’s Kangwon Land Expands Capacity, Signs Distribution Deal

South Korea only has one casino open to residents — Kagwon Land. The casino just raised limits on the number of people who can visit per day from 1,800 to 2,300, and another increase could be on the way.

The capacity restrictions were in place because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

As of next Monday, the casino might receive permission to raise its visitor figure to 3,000 people, a representative of the casino told GGR Asia. However, this figure is still 50% lower than the 6,000 visitor figure it had before the pandemic. The easing of these restrictions will depend on the evolution of the pandemic, stated the representative.

Lottery To Play, Vaccination to Enter
In order to maintain capacity at the casino, Kangwon Land instituted a lottery for a chance to enter the premises. According to sources, even during the pre-pandemic era, the demand by clients for a seat at a gaming table or slot machine in the casino would often surpass capacity.

On Monday, South Korea approved new COVID-19 measures. Foreigners and locals are required to provide proof of vaccination to enter many public establishments. However, the casino was granted a grace period from now til Monday, Nov. 8, to implement the policy, according to the Kangwon Land website.

Source: https://www.casino.org/news/south-koreas-kangwon-land-expands-capacity-signs-distribution-deal/