Euromillions is a popular European lottery game that offers massive jackpots. To win the Euromillions, you need to match all five main numbers and both Lucky Star numbers.
What Do You Need to Win the EuroMillions?
- The Main Numbers; The main numbers are drawn from a pool of 1 to 50. You need to match all five of these numbers to win the jackpot.
- The Lucky Star Numbers: The Lucky Star numbers are drawn from a separate pool of 1 to 12. You need to match both of these numbers to win the jackpot.
- Matching Fewer Numbers: If you don’t match all five main numbers and both Lucky Star numbers, you can still win a prize. The more numbers you match, the higher your prize.
Euromillions Prize Tiers
EuroMillions features several prize tiers, with the specific number of tiers and the value of each prize varying based on the number of winners. Here are some of the common Euromillions prize tiers:
Match 5 numbers and 2 Lucky Stars: Jackpot
Match 5 numbers and 1 Lucky Star: Approximately €250,000Match 5 numbers: Approximately €10,000
Match 4 numbers and 2 Lucky Stars: Approximately €3,000
Match 4 numbers and 1 Lucky Star: Approximately €1,000
Match 4 numbers: Approximately €50
Match 3 numbers and 2 Lucky Stars: Approximately €100
Match 3 numbers and 1 Lucky Star: Approximately €50
Match 3 numbers: Approximately €25
Match 2 numbers and 2 Lucky Stars: Approximately €10
Match 1 number and 2 Lucky Stars: Approximately €5
Match 2 numbers and 1 Lucky Star: Approximately €5
Match 1 number and 1 Lucky Star: Approximately €5
EuroMillions Draws
The EuroMillions draw takes place every Tuesday and Friday evening. The results are announced shortly after the draw, usually within an hour of the official drawing time. For the Tuesday draw, results are typically posted by late evening, and for the Friday draw, players can expect to see the results around the same time. The fast turnaround means that players can quickly find out whether they’ve won and begin the prize claim process if they’re lucky enough to land a winning ticket.
What To Do When You Win the EuroMillions?
- Small Prizes: Winnings below a certain threshold can typically be automatically credited to your online lottery account.
- Large Prizes: For substantial winnings, such as the jackpot or high-tier prizes, there will be need to contact your national lottery operator and follow their specific claims procedure.
- Time Limits: It’s important to note that there are time limits for claiming prizes, which vary by country. Ensure you check your tickets promptly and initiate the claims process within the specified timeframe to avoid forfeiting your winnings.