Playing EuroMillions Around the World
EuroMillions is a lottery that can be played and enjoyed all around the world. Thanks to lottery concierge services like theLotter and lottery betting sites such as Jackpot.com, players from across the globe can regularly take part in EuroMillions draws.
The two systems of play allow you to win the same EuroMillions prizes, but the way in which they work differ slightly. While a lottery concierge service sees a representative purchase a ticket on your behalf, Lotto betting allows you to place a wager on the outcome of a draw. You will receive exactly the same amount of money as those playing with a physical ticket and the odds of winning remain exactly the same.
Details of how to take part in EuroMillions draws using both methods are listed below:
To play via a lottery concierge service:
- Register an online account. This process is safe and secure.
- Select your numbers (five from 1 to 50 and two Lucky Stars from a separate pool of 1 to 12).
- Confirm your selection and pay for your entry.
- A lottery representative will purchase a ticket on your behalf and save a copy of your entry in your online account.
- Once the draw has been made, any winnings will be transferred directly into your online account.
To play via a lottery betting site:
- Register an online account. This process is safe and secure.
- Select your numbers (five from 1 to 50 and two Lucky Stars from a separate pool of 1 to 12).
- Confirm your selection and pay for your entry.
- You will receive confirmation of your bet via email.
- Once the draw has been made, you will receive an email detailing any prizes you have won. Any winnings will be transferred to your online account.
The Advantages of Playing EuroMillions Online
Don’t play EuroMillions online just because it is the simplest way to get in the game! There are quite a few advantages that come with it! Take a look!
- Convenience – Fill out your entry, make the online purchase, and you are done. Then, you can check results and catch up on the latest news online from the comfort of your own home.
- Play EuroMillions with Official Tickets – theLotter gets you official EuroMillions tickets from authorized retailers and then stores them safely on your behalf. You are the only legal owner of the ticket, which means that you are entitled to all the winnings it may generate.
- Safety – When you play with physical tickets, you have to find a safe place to store them. When you play EuroMillions on theLotter, your tickets are stored in a safe for you. If you win any of the EuroMillions prizes, you can rest assured that your entry is safe.
- Automatic Win Notifications – Millions in prize money go uncollected every year. When you play online, you’ll be notified via email or SMS every time you win.
- Play Strategy Opportunities – theLotter offers EuroMillions syndicates, bundles, and systematic forms, which can help you improve your odds of winning. Boost your game by playing online!
The Advantages of Playing the EuroMillions Superdraw Online
Playing the EuroMillions Superdraw online is not only more comfortable, but it can also help you increase your odds of winning the big jackpot. Here are only a few of the game options available online on theLotter that will skyrocket your chances of becoming a Superdraw winner:
Play with Syndicates – enter the Superdraw together with a group of players and increase your chances of scooping the big jackpot by playing with more tickets for an affordable price.
Play with Bundles – play with a ticket and a share in a syndicate for a diverse lottery experience in the EuroMillions. You also get a better price for both of them.
Play with Systematic Forms – use statistics to your advantage and play with every possible combination of your lucky numbers. If you match the drawn EuroMillions numbers, you will have more prize-winning tickets.
How to Win
There are 13 ways to win in the main draw, with larger prizes awarded for successfully matching more numbers. The overall odds of receiving any prize are 1 in 13.
| Match | Win* |
|---|---|
| 5 numbers + 2 Lucky Stars | Jackpot€17 million to €200 million |
| 5 numbers + 1 Lucky Star | £300,811.96 |
| 5 numbers | £47,453.73 |
| 4 numbers + 2 Lucky Stars | £2,768.14 |
| 4 numbers + 1 Lucky Star | £130.20 |
| 3 numbers + 2 Lucky Stars | £53.35 |
| 4 numbers | £57.75 |
| 2 numbers + 2 Lucky Stars | £13.24 |
| 3 numbers + 1 Lucky Star | £9.75 |
| 3 numbers | £8.11 |
| 1 number + 2 Lucky Stars | £7.03 |
| 2 numbers + 1 Lucky Star | £5.32 |
| 2 numbers | £2.80 |
*For Match 5 + 2, the range of available prize amounts is shown. For all other prize tiers, the average amount is shown. Averages have been calculated using data from draws since 10/05/2011.
The chances of winning the jackpot are 1 in 139,838,160. Visit the EuroMillions Odds page to see your chances of winning in each different prize tier.
Millionaire Maker & HotPicks
UK ticket holders also have an additional chance to win £1 million thanks to the Millionaire Maker. Millionaire Maker is a supplementary game which is automatically included when you enter EuroMillions. You receive one code for every combination of EuroMillions numbers you play and it is all included in the cost of a ticket, so you do not need to do anything extra. A winning Millionaire Maker code is drawn alongside each main EuroMillions draw and if the code on your ticket matches the winning code exactly, you win. Special draws also take place from time to time which guarantee multiple winners.
EuroMillions HotPicks is a separate game, so it can be played on its own. Unlike Millionaire Maker, you need to opt in to play the game, which costs £1.50 per entry. HotPicks uses the five main numbers from the EuroMillions draw, and players can decide how many of the numbers they want to try and match. For example, you can choose to try and match just one number to win £10 or you can attempt to match all five for £1 million. The cost of entry is the same regardless of how many numbers you try and match. See the EuroMillions HotPicks page to learn more.
Features
The EuroMillions Android app has been designed to make playing EuroMillions easier and more enjoyable than ever. Take a look at some of the great features included in the app.
Latest Results Straight After Draws
The winning numbers are displayed immediately after draws have taken place. You can also find full draw details showing the value of prizes in all the different categories. Discover how many entries were sold for the draw, the number of winning tickets, the winning Millionaire Maker code and much more. All the facts and figures are checked by our Results Verification team to make sure the results are accurate.
Scan Your Ticket (UK only)
It has never been easier to find out if your ticket is a winner thanks to the app’s new scanner. This handy tool allows you to compare your numbers against recent results just by pointing your device’s camera at the QR code on your ticket. A message will pop up immediately to say whether you have won or not, even if the prize breakdown has not been announced yet. If the full results are in, you’ll see exactly how much you have won.
Customise the App
EuroMillions has a host of associated games across the different participating countries, from HotPicks in the UK to EuroMillions Plus in Ireland or even Belgium’s Joker+. Set up the app to show just the lotteries you want. You can choose which country you are playing in and even choose from more than 10 different languages.
You can also customise your notifications. Set up alerts to find out when the winning numbers are drawn, when the jackpot has hit a specified value or when a special event such as a Superdraw has been announced. It’s entirely under your control which type of EuroMillions notifications you receive.
Ticket Checker
The app’s Ticket Checker allows you to compare the numbers you played against the official results. You just need to enter your numbers into the Checker and you will be told if you have won a prize, with any matches highlighted and the value of your award displayed. The Checker can do more than look over just a single line for you, though. As well as being able to do a quick check, you can add tickets so that multiple lines are saved within the app. This is a great option if you regularly play the same numbers or perhaps play multiple entries as part of a syndicate. Every time you use the app in the future, the Checker will be able to let you know if you have won straight away.
Number Generator
The Number Generator is perfect if you’re not sure which numbers to enter in the next draw, as it will produce a set of random numbers with one quick tap. Unlike a Lucky Dip at a retailer, you can see these random numbers before you purchase your entry, so you can decide whether you like the look of them or whether you want to keep generating further lines.
Archive of Previous Numbers
EuroMillions started in February 2004 and you can find the results for any draw since it launched with the Android app. Hit ‘Results’ from the menu or ‘Draw History’ on the home screen to bring up a list of the most recent winning numbers. You then just need to scroll to the bottom to find the archive and then navigate to the year and date you want. Even the oldest results come complete with detailed prize breakdowns.
Play EuroMillions in Advance
In order to avoid missing out on winning a life-changing EuroMillions prize, you can ensure you have bought your entries before you leave by buying tickets in advance to cover the draws that will be held while you are away. All member nations offer this facility to ticket holders. See the table below for details:
| Austria | Can subscribe for up to 20 draws in advance |
| Belgium | Can subscribe on a continuous basis |
| France | Can subscribe on a continuous basis |
| Ireland | Can subscribe for up to eight draws in advance |
| Luxembourg | Can subscribe for up to ten draws in advance |
| Portugal | Can subscribe for up to 12 draws in advance |
| Spain | Can subscribe on a continuous basis |
| Switzerland | Can subscribe on a continuous basis |
| UK | Can subscribe on a continuous basis via Direct Debit |
FAQ
Can you play EuroMillions abroad?
Yes, you can play the game online from anywhere in the world on theLotter. You don’t have to be in a EuroMillions country to play. All you have to do is log in and you can play online.
Until what time can you play EuroMillions?
You can play the game up until the cutoff time, which is 20:30 HONOR. That’s just 15 minutes before the draw takes place. If you’re playing online, remember that you can only play up until a few hours before the draw.
How many countries play the EuroMillions?
The EuroMillions is a pan-European lottery played in nine countries – Austria, Belgium, France, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
Can you play EuroMillions in advance?
Draw Deadlines
As EuroMillions is a pan-European lottery, the time at which the draw takes place will differ due to the numerous time zones across the continent. Draws are held in Paris at 21:00 (THIS), meaning that players in some of the participating countries face an earlier deadline by which to enter.
Here is a list of the different deadlines for buying EuroMillions tickets:
| Country | Draw Deadline |
|---|---|
| Ireland, Portugal, UK | 19:30 (Tuesday & Friday) |
| Austria, Belgium, France, Luxembourg, Spain, Switzerland | 20:30 (Tuesday & Friday) |
Please note, if you are playing through a lottery concierge service the cut off time for entry will usually be a couple of hours before the actual draw deadline.
How to Play EuroMillions Online in Spain
Sales of all lottery tickets, including EuroMillions, were suspended in Spain for two months during the height of the lockdown. Lotteries and Gambling, the official operator of EuroMillions in Spain, suspended all ticket sales on 15th March 2020. Tickets that had already been sold for the EuroMillions draws on 17th and 20th March remained valid, but it was not possible to purchase tickets for further draws until the suspension was lifted and sales resumed on 18th May.
Ticket sales for other lottery games in Spain also resumed at around the same time. Any lottery tickets purchased for draws that were then suspended remained valid and could be used when the rescheduled draw took place. Here’s when draws resumed:
