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ID Requirements for a Gaming Card in Las Vegas, NV

Yes, a **valid government-issued photo ID proving age (21+) and identity** is mandatory to obtain a casino player's club/gaming card in Las Vegas. A birth certificate **alone is not sufficient**—it lacks a photo.

Acceptable Primary IDs (Must be Current/Unexpired)

U.S. State Driver's License or ID Card
U.S. Passport or Passport Card
Military ID (Active/Retired/Dependent)
Tribal ID Card (federally recognized)
Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)
Foreign Passport (with valid visa/ESTA if required)

Birth Certificate Role

A certified birth certificate may be **requested as a secondary document** only if:

Primary ID is questionable (damaged, appearance mismatch).
Name change documentation is needed (marriage license, court order).
You are a U.S. citizen without other photo ID (rare; usually a state ID is obtainable).

It is **not** a standalone substitute for photo ID.

Proof of Address (Sometimes Requested)

Utility bill (electric, water, gas) within 60 days.
Bank statement, lease, mortgage statement.
Not always required for card signup; required for check cashing, credit, or mail offers.