FAQ

APT Philippines 2009 Main Event Structure & Rules

Satellites & Events

General Questions

Entering Manila as a Tourist

APT MAIN EVENT STRUCTURE & RULES

Where and when will the APT Philippines be held?

APT Philippines will be held from 27 January - 1 February 2009 at the Dusit Thani Hotel in Makati, Philippines.

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What is the buy-in for the Main Event?

The buy-in for the APT Philippines Main Event is US$2700 (US$2500 + US$200).

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What game type is the APT Main Event?

The game type for the APT Main Event is No Limit Texas Hold’em

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What is the minimum age to enter an APT Philippines event?

The minimum age requirement to play in an event is 18 years.

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What is the maximum number of players?

We expect 500 players booked. We also accept alternates and late entries until the 2nd level of play.

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Is it possible to reserve seats for the main event?

Players can reserve seats by pre-paying, qualifying online and winning in land-based satellites.

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How do I make my payment?

Payment will need to be made by close of business on Friday 23rd January 2009. After this date, you will need to buy in at the venue. Next, send an e-mail to info@asianpt.com advising that the payment has been sent, including the following information:

- the bank that the wire is coming from
- the person that the wire is coming from
- exactly what was specified in the "Reference" field of the wire

This will help us in locating your wire.
Once the payment has cleared, you will be allocated your first day of play, either Day 1A or Day 1B.

Account Name:       Bayview Technology, Inc
(Asian Poker Tour – Manila)
Bank Name:          Rizal Commercial Banking Corp.
Bank Address:       G/F Yuchengco Tower, RCBC Plaza,
6819 Ayala Ave., Makati City
Philippines 1200
Account #:          8-001-07316-9 (USD)
Swift Code:         RCBCPHMM

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Can registered players waive their rights to their seats in favour of somebody else? If so, how?

If a registered player cannot make it to the event for whatever reason, they should inform the APT by phone or by e-mail. A paid player can normally waive their rights to the seat in favour of someone else granted that he provides the recipient with an affidavit of transfer and a photocopy of the registered player’s ID. Both these documents should be presented by the recipient along with the recipient’s ID during registration so that the transfer can be processed.

Online qualifiers should refer to the terms & conditions of the poker room from which they qualified.

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How can a player verify if his registration has been received and processed?

After sending us your payment information and once payment has been cleared, we will send you a confirmation e-mail that will state receipt of payment as well as the schedule of your 1st day of play.

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If the player does not want to participate in the APT Philippines Event does he still need to register and get an ID?

All players who wish to play in a tournament during the APT Philippines Event are required to register and get an ID.

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What identification do I need to enter an APT Philippines event?

Locals are required to present a valid photo ID while non-residents are required to show a passport, consular identification, or alien registration.

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How will a player know that he has qualified for a registration promo?

Players will be notified via e-mail if they have qualified for a promo.

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What will happen if a paid main event participant comes in late?

The player will retain his seat but play will continue. Blinds will be posted in the player’s absence.

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What is the tournament structure of the APT main event?

The structure will be as follows:
Starting Chips: $10,000
Starting Blinds: 25-50
Level Duration: 1 hour

This is subject to change without prior notice.

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Can eliminated players re-enter the tournament by re-registering and purchasing the US$2,700 buy-in?

Once a player has been eliminated from the tournament he cannot re-enter. It’s one entry per person per event.

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Are cash prizes inclusive of taxes and fees?

Players are responsible for their own taxes if applicable in their country of residence.

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Will food and drinks be complimentary for main event participants?

The Dusit Thani Hotel Manila will be serving complimentary water, coffee, tea, and snacks to main event participants.  Dinner will be provided as well to all active main event participants from January 29 to January 31.

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Is there an area where people can watch the ongoing tournament?

Spectators can watch the tournament from designated areas.

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SATELLITES AND EVENTS

Are there land-based satellites for the Asian Poker Tour Philippines? Where?

To be announced.

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Are there online satellites for the APT Philippines? Which online clients conduct APT Philippines satellites?

Yes. There will be online satellites at Dafapoker.com and Titanpoker.com. More will be announced.

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Are there other events apart from the APT Main Event?

There will be Cash games, Sit & Go Tournaments, Mega Satellite Tournaments for the Main Event and other Side Tournaments that will be scheduled for the duration of the APT.

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How many main event seats will be guaranteed in the APT Philippines Mega Satellite event?

For every US$ 2700 collected, One (1) seat to the Main Event will be given.

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What stakes are available for the cash games?

Cash games will be available for our players with limits that cater to different stakes

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I have a paid seat in the APT Main Event but would like to play in the satellites, what happens if I win another seat?

Players who have a paid entry to the APT Main Event and win another seat through a satellite can take the cash value or sell the seat

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GENERAL QUESTIONS

Will the event have media coverage?

Yes. For media representatives please e-mail ramelito.ragandan@bayviewtechnology.com for more information.

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Is there APT merchandise for sale at the event?

A variety of APT merchandise will be available for purchase at the venue. All Main Event players will receive a complimentary welcome pack.

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What hotel accommodations would be available for non-resident players?

Dusit Thani Manila Hotel located along EDSA cor Arnaiz Ave, Ayala Center, Makati City.

All rates are inclusive of breakfast, service charge, expanded value-added tax and government tax.
Check-in time is 2PM. Check-out time is 12 noon.

To use the Asian Poker Tour's special rates, download and fill out the following form and e-mail to the hotel when making your reservation: DOWNLOAD

Contact information:
Paolo Bautista
paolo.bautista@dusit.com
Phone: +63 (2) 867 3333
Fax: +63 (2) 893 2479

http://www.dusit.com/hotels/philippines/manila/dusit_thani/index.html

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What currency is used in the Philippines?

The primary currency used in the Philippines is the Philippine Peso. This along with the US Dollar will be accepted for all APT Philippines tournaments.

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How do I dress for APT Philippines?

Shorts, sandals and slippers are not allowed.

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ENTERING MANILA AS A TOURIST

Do I need a visa to enter the Philippines?

Generally the answer is no; majority of foreign nationals are allowed to enter the Philippines for business and tourism purposes without visas for a duration of twenty-one (21) days provided they hold valid tickets for their return journey to port of origin or next port of destination and their passports valid for a period of at least six (6) months beyond the contemplated period of stay. However, Immigration Officers at ports of entry may exercise their discretion to admit holders of passports valid for at least sixty (60) days beyond the intended period of stay.

For the exact details of the allowed duration of stay, please check the following website:
http://www.gov.ph/faqs/visa.asp

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