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Lotto Help & FAQ
Overview
The Lotto takes place every Wednesday and Saturday night, costs €2, offers excellent odds of winning any prize of just 1 in 29. The minimum jackpot is €2 million and can reach a maximum jackpot of €18.96m! In addition to this you can take the chance to win two more jackpots in the Plus 1 and Plus 2 games for just €1 more!
How Does the Irish Lotto Jackpot Cap Work?
When the Irish Lotto jackpot rollover amount exceeds the Irish National Lottery’s jackpot cap, currently €18.96 million (c£16.41 million*), for any subsequent draws including a final draw to end the rollover sequence, Lottoland will be following clause 11.5 of our Terms & Conditions which specify that;
……in the event Prizes of a higher Prize Category are added to a lower Prize Category, due to either (i) no Underlying Lottery Winning Tickets in a Prize Category for one draw, (ii) no Underlying Lottery Winning Tickets in the higher Prize Category for a number of subsequent draws or (iii) to a jackpot cap in respect of the higher Prize Category, this will not be taken into account by Lottoland. Lottoland will only payout the Prize originally allocated to that lower Prize Category based on the stakes published by the Underlying Lottery and the prize allocation table of that lottery.
As such, Lottoland will update the Irish Lotto results on the website after each draw and any subsequently-affected rollover draws in the current jackpot draw sequence to reflect the underlying payout amounts, net of any exceptional draw-specific rolldown contribution, that will be payable to any Tier II or Tier III winners at Lottoland. Please note that there may be a delay in publishing results and/or contacting any winners involved to ensure that this process is accurately completed as per the Terms & Conditions outlined.
How do I pick my numbers?
Simply choose 6 numbers from 1–47. You can also choose your numbers by selecting our QuickPick (Quick+1) option.
You can also enter the Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 draws by ticking the Lotto + box located directly under the main game slip. The same numbers you selected in the main game will be entered in the Plus 1 and Plus 2 draws.
How does the draw work?
Six numbers and an additional bonus number are drawn from a drum containing numbered balls from 1–47 in the main draw.
The Plus 1 and Plus 2 draws take place immediately after the main draw with six main numbers and a bonus number drawn in each.
How do I win the Jackpot?
Jackpots in the main game, Plus 1 and Plus 2 draws, are won when a player matches all six main numbers.
How much can I win?
The main game jackpot is a minimum of €2 million and can reach a maximum jackpot of €18.96m. The top prize on Lotto Plus 1 stands at €1m, while there’s a €250k jackpot available on the Plus 2 draw.
What are the chances of winning the jackpot?
The chances of winning the main jackpot are very reasonable compared to most lotteries at just 1 in 10.7 million. As the Plus 1 and Plus 2 draws follow the same format, the odds of winning the top prize on each are also the same.
That means, for just €3 (€2 for your main game entry and €1 for both Plus games) you get the chance to win three jackpots.
Can you explain the different prize tiers available?
You will find tables detailing Prize Category, Winning Odds and the Estimated Returns for the Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and Plus 2 games below.
| Prize Category | Winning Odds | Estimated Returns |
|---|---|---|
| 6 numbers | 1 in 10,737,573 | Jackpot |
| 5 numbers + bonus | 1 in 1,789,596 | €100,000 |
| 5 numbers | 1 in 44,740 | €1,500 |
| 4 numbers + bonus | 1 in 17,896 | €150 |
| 4 numbers | 1 in 918 | €50 |
| 3 numbers + bonus | 1 in 688 | €50 |
| 3 numbers | 1 in 54 | €9 |
| 2 numbers + bonus | 1 in 72 | €3 |
| Prize Category | Winning Odds | Estimated Returns |
|---|---|---|
| 6 numbers | 1 in 10,737,573 | €1,000,000 |
| 5 numbers + bonus | 1 in 1,789,596 | €5,000 |
| 5 numbers | 1 in 44,740 | €500 |
| 4 numbers + bonus | 1 in 17,896 | €50 |
| 4 numbers | 1 in 918 | €20 |
| 3 numbers + bonus | 1 in 688 | €10 |
| 3 numbers | 1 in 54 | €3 |
| 2 numbers + bonus | 1 in 72 | €2 |
| Prize Category | Winning Odds | Estimated Returns |
|---|---|---|
| 6 numbers | 1 in 10,737,573 | €250,000 |
| 5 numbers + bonus | 1 in 1,789,596 | €2,500 |
| 5 numbers | 1 in 44,740 | €250 |
| 4 numbers + bonus | 1 in 17,896 | €25 |
| 4 numbers | 1 in 918 | €10 |
| 3 numbers + bonus | 1 in 688 | €5 |
| 3 numbers | 1 in 54 | €3 |
| 2 numbers + bonus | 1 in 72 | €2 |
How much does it cost?
A single line in the Lotto main game costs just €2. You can enter the Lotto Plus 1 and Plus 2 draws for an additional €1.
When does it take place?
The Lotto draw takes place every Wednesday and Saturday at around 8pm.
What do I do if I win?
If your account has been verified simply proceed to your account and withdraw your winnings. If your account has not been verified you will first need to provide proof of your ID and proof of address. Once this has been confirmed you will be able to withdraw your winnings.
How will I know if I have won?
Winners will receive an e-mail confirmation. Any person who wins a sum of over €10,000 will receive a phone call informing them and congratulating them on their win.
How long do I have to claim my winnings?
You have a period of no longer that 12 weeks from the winning date to claim your winnings.
Are my winnings tax free?
You will not be taxed on any winnings for this lottery.
Is the payout guaranteed? How do I know?
All your winnings are guaranteed to be paid out at Lottoland!
All bets are placed with EU Lotto Limited, licensed by the Irish National Excise Licence Office (Reference number 1011284). It is also licensed by the Gambling Commission for customers in Great Britain (licence: 000-038991-R-319408-005) and by the Government of Gibraltar and regulated by the Gibraltar Gambling Commissioner (RGL 085 & 066).
What is a subscription?
The subscription feature allows you to set up a running line or lines for a given lottery draw. Lottery subscriptions will save you time and ensure that you never miss your chance to win that big jackpot. Just select the subscription option prior to purchasing your line to set up your running line/s. You can cancel your subscription at anytime.
Why should I participate in the Lotto
The Lotto offers very reasonable odds of winning the top prize and boasts minimum jackpots of at least €2 million and can reach a maximum jackpot of €18.96m! Also, for just €1 more, you can take the chance to win two more jackpots in the Plus 1 and Plus 2 games. Lotto also offers excellent odds of winning any prize of just 1 in 29.
