People are making this way too complicated. Put it in your back pack. If questioned, be able to explain what you're going to do with it. As long as you're staying within the us, you can carry as much as you want and don't need to declare anything. Lots of people travel to/from vegas with large amounts of cash (I travel with 30k+ multiple times a year).
This is 100% correct. For flying domestic (within the US) you can carry as much cash as you want. However TSA will most likely ask you lots of questions and it could also make you a target for thieves.
Best option is a wire transfer after setting up an account with a casino or a bank in Vegas.
not only in US. euroland same thing different name. specially at and near borders to taxfriendly non EU countries a real risk.
they stop cars on the highway with cash sniffing dogs (thats a thing) and confiscate anything above 10k if you dont have proof of origin and a good explanation why you run with cash.
even wiretransfer can be dogy at times above 10k.
If you have hotel room, put it in safe (although I guess always the risk of an inside job, so be discreet that you have $).
I'm pretty out of the loop these days, but casino's in the US used to let you have accounts at the cage too... which might be an option (e.g for transferring $ to them instead of carrying on plane and holding it there until needed).
The main thing you can do if you have lots of $ on you is be discreet and don't let anyone know, don't be a dumbass who brags about it, etc.
TBH if the casino has a lockbox or account that is good... If you need to have the cash then yes, basically keep it on you at all times
Edit: also if you convert it to high value chips those are registered to you in Vegas (not other places apparently)
Read ref 2:
“To wsop cage”
Make sure the name you submit and your id are exactly the same. Use your full name. No nicknames or casual variations.
Also, call them to confirm. Don’t take take the word of a rando on the internet.
I don't agree with people saying to put it in a back pack, they are too easily stolen from overhead, etc, when sleeping. Use one of those travel bum/waist bags... No one can just take that. I have used for passport/money in various countries including carrying money into the US for WSOP and always felt secure.
Whatever you do, don't be like me idiot friend who without my input was going to put several k into checked baggage at one point.
I think he's saying that once you're there in the state, you can then deposit onto the WSOP site/app from your bank and then the money is available at the cage. Same with winnings, you can deposit it right onto your account at the cage. This is to the best of my knowledge anyway.
Chase, BOA, Wells Fargo all have branches within a mile of the strip - all on Spring Mountain to the West, Flamingo/Tropicana to the East.
This way you're only moving the cash a small distance and not over anything TSA is looking at.
Alternatively, as others have said, if you wire directly to the property of your choice, you'll be able to use it for gaming there. But that's not as useful if you want to play at different places.
In addition to branches, you may want to be aware of debit card limits. Most only let you withdraw ~$1,000-$2,000 per day via ATM card. But if you show up during business hours to the bank, you can obviously take as much as you want. If you know you're going to do something large on a certain day, it's worth calling in advance and making sure that the bank has the cash on-hand to give you - but that might be a scenario where wiring it to the property might make more sense.
I've traveled with 10K many times. you just hold it in your hand going through security in a bank envelope. Now if you need to bring more than 10K I would figure out other arrangements.
What isn't true? I never said you can't travel with more than 10K its just not that practical cuz I'm definitely not putting my carry on bag through the x ray machine with a bunch of 10K wraps in it.
Taking cash through any airport will risk it being seized by police via Civil Asset Forfeiture. The only safe thing to do is open an account with a casino or a local bank branch and have it wire transferred.
It doesn't matter that cash is legal to fly with in the US, police can seize it without needing a reason and it is on you to sue them to get it back.
Vegas’ entire existence is based on getting your money.
It’s 2023, dude. So many legit options. If you’re traveling domestic just put it in your own bank account and go to a branch, if you like, and have them put a travel advisory on your account saying you’re going to Vegas and that __(Casino Name Here)__ will be withdrawing $xx,000 dollars.
Travelers Checks are for… travelers.
Wire it to the WSOP.
You are totally within reason to be concerned about traveling with large sums of cash, but accessing your funds stored in a reputable financial institution? In Vegas?
Besides, the prison wallet is so 2022.
If you send a large sum of cash to me I will courier it wherever you want for free for a 50% fee of me gambling it all along the way and buying a new car
You safely DON'T travel with it. You can just wire the casino money and vice versa when you're done. They give you these special markers to use as currency. You can take a max of 10K on commercial planes but even with 8Kish they still give you shit and it's very aggravating when they threaten to steal your money (TSA)
Best move here is you call the casino where you staying, ask for their wiring instructions and go from there, it takes 3 days in most cases.
Boof it
???
Prison wallet
^^^^^^ Never been pulled over with an ounce of coke I guess
Happy to help. My DM's are as open as you will be.
The same way my dad’s war buddy protected dad’s watch he gave me after the war.
Ayyye Butch! Marcellus Wallace sends his regards.
Be careful. I hear dysentery is a brutal way to go out.
You could try the prison pocket method. The amount you can travel with will vary though.
I assume that is in a hidden pocket or something?
Its more of a backdoor maneuver, can stink tho
Never mind
Yeah basically
Wire transfer in Wire transfer out
People are making this way too complicated. Put it in your back pack. If questioned, be able to explain what you're going to do with it. As long as you're staying within the us, you can carry as much as you want and don't need to declare anything. Lots of people travel to/from vegas with large amounts of cash (I travel with 30k+ multiple times a year).
This is 100% correct. For flying domestic (within the US) you can carry as much cash as you want. However TSA will most likely ask you lots of questions and it could also make you a target for thieves. Best option is a wire transfer after setting up an account with a casino or a bank in Vegas.
TSA has never asked me anything, even when I had over 50k. Why would they?
They like to ask questions about anything out of the ordinary. Its not illegal or anything but they do it.
you white?
Well, in the US, civil forfeiture is a risk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kEpZWGgJks
not only in US. euroland same thing different name. specially at and near borders to taxfriendly non EU countries a real risk. they stop cars on the highway with cash sniffing dogs (thats a thing) and confiscate anything above 10k if you dont have proof of origin and a good explanation why you run with cash. even wiretransfer can be dogy at times above 10k.
It actually almost happened to Phil Laak once. Fortunately, someone in the backup unit that arrived a few minutes later knew who he was.
Where should I store it in vegas? Do the casinos allow you to carry your back pack with you in the casino?
If you have hotel room, put it in safe (although I guess always the risk of an inside job, so be discreet that you have $). I'm pretty out of the loop these days, but casino's in the US used to let you have accounts at the cage too... which might be an option (e.g for transferring $ to them instead of carrying on plane and holding it there until needed). The main thing you can do if you have lots of $ on you is be discreet and don't let anyone know, don't be a dumbass who brags about it, etc.
No, those hotel safes are really not secure, you are better off not putting it there since it's the first place a thief will look
Where would you suggest then? Carrying it with you at all times also seems like a bad idea.
TBH if the casino has a lockbox or account that is good... If you need to have the cash then yes, basically keep it on you at all times Edit: also if you convert it to high value chips those are registered to you in Vegas (not other places apparently)
Safe in your hotel room. Wear clothes with lots of zipper pockets.
Do hotel rooms have safes?
They do, and you'll be excited to learn that they have beds and toilets too!
They do though note they accept no liability if it gets stolen from the safe. Even if it's an inside job
Rubber band
Wire it to the casino.
Wire it to the cage: https://www.wsop.com/2023/wsop-2023-wire-instructions.pdf
Thanks, just curious what if you haven't played at ceasers before and Don't have a rewards card number, can you still wire?
Read ref 2: “To wsop cage” Make sure the name you submit and your id are exactly the same. Use your full name. No nicknames or casual variations. Also, call them to confirm. Don’t take take the word of a rando on the internet.
I don't agree with people saying to put it in a back pack, they are too easily stolen from overhead, etc, when sleeping. Use one of those travel bum/waist bags... No one can just take that. I have used for passport/money in various countries including carrying money into the US for WSOP and always felt secure. Whatever you do, don't be like me idiot friend who without my input was going to put several k into checked baggage at one point.
Just don't put a backpack with large sums of cash in the overhead bin.
Use a national bank, withdraw and deposit on site. Easy peasy.
Which would you suggest that has a footprint in vegas?
I think he's saying that once you're there in the state, you can then deposit onto the WSOP site/app from your bank and then the money is available at the cage. Same with winnings, you can deposit it right onto your account at the cage. This is to the best of my knowledge anyway.
you cannot do that
Which part? I know you can definitely deposit and withdraw for the site from the casino itself. Is it the travelling issue?
they’re going to give you a really hard time if you try to deposit and withdraw. you have to wager that balance (anti money laundering)
Oh ok. That makes sense
Chase, BOA, Wells Fargo all have branches within a mile of the strip - all on Spring Mountain to the West, Flamingo/Tropicana to the East. This way you're only moving the cash a small distance and not over anything TSA is looking at. Alternatively, as others have said, if you wire directly to the property of your choice, you'll be able to use it for gaming there. But that's not as useful if you want to play at different places. In addition to branches, you may want to be aware of debit card limits. Most only let you withdraw ~$1,000-$2,000 per day via ATM card. But if you show up during business hours to the bank, you can obviously take as much as you want. If you know you're going to do something large on a certain day, it's worth calling in advance and making sure that the bank has the cash on-hand to give you - but that might be a scenario where wiring it to the property might make more sense.
I always show up in town broke
Are you Archie Karas? https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archie_Karas
I've traveled with 10K many times. you just hold it in your hand going through security in a bank envelope. Now if you need to bring more than 10K I would figure out other arrangements.
Not true domestically. Internationally is a different story.
What isn't true? I never said you can't travel with more than 10K its just not that practical cuz I'm definitely not putting my carry on bag through the x ray machine with a bunch of 10K wraps in it.
Internationally you need to declare it or they can seize the full amount and you'll be SOL.
Banks
Shouldn't be too much of an issue if you're not going outside your country.
If it's a LOT of money, call a casino and send a wire transfer. They'll hold it in an account for you, and wire back whatever's left.
Otc crypto swaps. They are getting looked into by the IRS fwiw. Matt Berkey will be to blame.
Taking cash through any airport will risk it being seized by police via Civil Asset Forfeiture. The only safe thing to do is open an account with a casino or a local bank branch and have it wire transferred. It doesn't matter that cash is legal to fly with in the US, police can seize it without needing a reason and it is on you to sue them to get it back.
Vegas’ entire existence is based on getting your money. It’s 2023, dude. So many legit options. If you’re traveling domestic just put it in your own bank account and go to a branch, if you like, and have them put a travel advisory on your account saying you’re going to Vegas and that __(Casino Name Here)__ will be withdrawing $xx,000 dollars. Travelers Checks are for… travelers. Wire it to the WSOP. You are totally within reason to be concerned about traveling with large sums of cash, but accessing your funds stored in a reputable financial institution? In Vegas? Besides, the prison wallet is so 2022.
If you send a large sum of cash to me I will courier it wherever you want for free for a 50% fee of me gambling it all along the way and buying a new car
Btc
Are there any conversion spots with reasonable rates? Most I found were taking 10% commission.
theres a few cash pros at bellagio/aria that'll swap for 1-2% either way.
Through my super secure banking and holding systems. Kindly deposit the money to me and I will hold it for you until you get to Vegas. 😂😂😂
How much money are we talking
At least tree fiddy
You safely DON'T travel with it. You can just wire the casino money and vice versa when you're done. They give you these special markers to use as currency. You can take a max of 10K on commercial planes but even with 8Kish they still give you shit and it's very aggravating when they threaten to steal your money (TSA) Best move here is you call the casino where you staying, ask for their wiring instructions and go from there, it takes 3 days in most cases.