Pokerstars Qualifier Tournaments
What are WSOP Qualifiers? WSOP Qualifiers (sometimes called satellite tournaments) are online poker tournaments where the winners automatically qualify to play in the actual World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. This is actually how 2003 WSOP Main Event Champion Chris Moneymaker qualified as well 2004 Champion Greg Raymer. PokerStars is an online poker cardroom owned by The Stars Group.It can be accessed through downloadable poker clients for the Windows, macOS, Android and iOS.It is the largest real money online poker site in the world, controlling over two-thirds of the total online poker market. A PokerStars.com online satellite tournament produced the 2003 World Series of Poker (WSOP) champion, Chris.
You can win seats and full player packages to a variety of PokerStars Live events with help from our sponsor, PokerStars. From tournaments local to you to big-money events held in glamorous locations around the world, PokerStars qualifiers and satellites can send you on a priceless poker adventure for a fraction of the normal cost.
Not already a PokerStars player? Click here to visit PokerStars, then download their software and follow the instructions below to play PokerStars Live event qualifiers.
Please Note: PokerStars satellites and qualifiers are not available in all countries. Open the PokerStars lobby and visit the 'Events' tab for more details.
Open your Stars Account
PokerStars qualifiers and satellites are only open to those players with a valid Stars Account. Click here to open a Stars Account with PokerStars.
Choose your event
Open the PokerStars software, then head to the 'Events' and 'Live' tabs in the game lobby to see what PokerStars Live tournaments are available.
Win your seat!
Take your shot at full player packages, with free accommodation and tournament seats, or see if you can win seat-only prizes to exciting events. Register now and join the action with PokerStars Live!
Got questions about our events? Click here for answers.
It is with great regret that we’ve had to make the decision to postpone the PokerStars Players No Limit Hold’em Championship (PSPC) 2020 and EPT Barcelona due to be held at Casino Barcelona, Spain due to the current global situation. Here at PokerStars, we really look forward to these events taking place and particularly so with the PSPC, which will now take place in in 2021 and seeing our PokerStars family once again.
We will be sure to let you know If the status of other planned live events change.
We are working tirelessly and will keep you posted as soon as we have more details to share.
Until then everyone, please stay safe and we’ll look forward to seeing even more of you soon.
Please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions here.
Buy-in
To view full details of how to buy-in to any tournament click here.
In addition, you can pre-register by credit card and secure a spot in your chosen events, via the Casino Barcelona Online shop. This option will become available nearer the event.
If you pre-register you will skip the registrations line and will be able to get your ticket at PSLive Ticket Collection desks.
More Information
Not sure what to play or where to stay? Read on for more details before you join us:
The license holder and operator of this event is Casino Barcelona.
Casino Barcelona (annexe at Hotel Arts) Marina, 19-21 (Port Olímpic) 08005 Barcelona Spain
Contact Telephone: (0034) 900 354 354 Dress code: Casual, but no sportswear/shorts Minimum age: 18 years+ NB: Must bring a valid government issued passport or ID to participate.
PokerStars Travel offers a wide range of accommodation options, including discounted rates, specifically for PokerStars players.
For accommodation information please visit the PokerStars Travel site. If you have any questions about accommodation contact info@pokerstarstravel.com or call (0034) 93 325 6777.
Further information will be emailed to all full package qualifiers within seven days of winning a satellite.
Airport Transfer
A dedicated airport transfer service from Barcelona El-Prat airport to city centre hotels is available for all players. Contact the PokerStars Travel team or call (0034) 93 325 6777.
Travel
By Air
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The nearest airport is Barcelona – El Prat Airport, which is roughly 12km from the city centre. The airport operates daily flights to and from most of the world’s largest cities, and PokerStars Travel can arrange a transfer for you from the airport to your hotel or Casino Barcelona. There is also the Metro Underground, as well as the Aerobus connecting from the Airport to Barcelona City Centre.
Cash Games
NO LIMIT HOLD'EM
| BLINDS | MIN BUY-IN | MAX BUY-IN | RE-BUY MIN | RE-BUY MAX | RAKE* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| €5 / €5 | €250 | No limit | €250 | No limit | 5% capped at €15 |
| €5 / €10 | €500 | No limit | €500 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €20 |
| €10 / €20 | €1,000 | No limit | €1,000 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €25 |
| €20 / €50 | €2,000 | No limit | €2,000 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €30 |
| €50 / €100 | €5,000 | No limit | €5,000 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €40 |
| €100 / €200 | €10,000 | No limit | €10,000 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €40 |
| €200 / €400 | €20,000 | No limit | €20,000 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €40 |
Additional blinds spread upon request.
POT LIMIT OMAHA
| BLINDS | MIN BUY-IN | MAX BUY-IN | RE-BUY MIN | RE-BUY MAX | RAKE* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| €5 / €5 | €250 | No limit | €250 | No limit | 5% capped at €15 |
| €5 / €10 | €500 | No limit | €500 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €20 |
| €10 / €20 | €1,000 | No limit | €1,000 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €25 |
| €20 / €50 | €2,000 | No limit | €2,000 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €30 |
| €50 / €100 | €5,000 | No limit | €5,000 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €40 |
| €100 / €200 | €10,000 | No limit | €10,000 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €40 |
| €200 / €400 | €20,000 | No limit | €20,000 | No limit | 2.50% capped at €40 |
Additional blinds spread upon request.
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