A new law starting in 2024 will require US citizens to apply for further authorization beyond a passport when visiting many European nations, and it will impact travel for the thousands of poker players who do so each year.
For those heading to Barcelona, Cyprus, or Prague for upcoming European Poker Tour (EPT) events before the end of the year, there won't be any issues. The law doesn't go into effect until January 1.
What Poker Players Need to Know
At present, a passport is required of US citizens when entering and returning from a foreign land, including European nations, for pleasure or to play poker.