Guide to Playing and Winning EuroMillions
UK Millionaire Maker
If you purchase a EuroMillions ticket in the UK, you will automatically be entered into the UK Millionaire Maker draw. To participate, all you have to do is pay a small fee of £2.50.
Each line of numbers on your ticket has its own unique nine-digit code which you can find at the bottom of your ticket.
To verify your Millionaire Maker results, you can take your ticket to the store clerk or use the EuroMillions checker. If you play online, you will receive an email notification if you win.
To claim your £1,000,000 prize, you must correctly enter the nine characters in the specified sequence.
EuroMillions HotPicks
EuroMillions HotPicks is a lottery game that can be played independently. However, its results are based on those of EuroMillions. You can select one to five primary numbers and try to match them with the winning numbers. Each entry costs £1.50. It is essential to match all the selected numbers with the winning numbers to win the game.
If you wish to purchase tickets in person, you must buy them from an authorized seller located in one of the qualifying countries. As a result, the Greek lottery organization is not participating, cannot benefit from, and does not have an interest in selling tickets in Greece.
Where Do Online Lottery Shops Fit In?
The specifics of how these service providers function will vary by location. State lotteries own or are responsible for several internet casinos. On the other hand, some sites let you "bet on the outcome" of lotteries in the same way you could wager on the result of a football game.
Betting works much like purchasing a concert ticket. In addition, they provide rewards that correspond with the EuroMillions division awards. Everything seems exactly as it would from a legitimate seller.
EuroMillions Rules
Players choose five major numbers from 1 to 50 and two Lucky Star numbers from 1 to 12. To win, you must match your chosen lucky numbers with the drawn ones. If you match all seven numbers, you will win a portion of the jackpot, which starts at €17 million (roughly £14 million) and carries over if it is not claimed.
In addition to the jackpot, there are 12 smaller reward tiers, so you may win even if you only match two of the primary numbers.
Here are the EuroMillions lottery prizes and odds.
| Matched Numbers | Prize Fund Share | Odds | Ave. Prize Amount/Draw |
| 5 + 2 Lucky Stars | 50% | 1 in 139,838,160 | £57,977,286.83 |
| 5 + 1 Lucky Star | 2.61% | 1 in 6,991,908 | £268,955.13 |
| 5 | 0.61% | 1 in 3,107,514.67 | £29,307.58 |
| 4 + 2 Lucky Stars | 0.19% | 1 in 621,502.93 | £1,655.22 |
| 4 + 1 Lucky Star | 0.35% | 1 in 31,075.15 | £97.43 |
| 3 + 2 Lucky Stars | 0.37% | 1 in 14,125.07 | £56.55 |
| 4 | 0.26% | 1 in 13,811.18 | £33.16 |
| 2 + 2 Lucky Stars | 1.30% | 1 in 985.47 | £11.29 |
| 3 + 1 Lucky Star | 1.45% | 1 in 706.25 | £8.52 |
| 3 | 2.70% | 1 in 313.89 | £7.07 |
| 1 + 2 Lucky Stars | 3.27% | 1 in 187.71 | £5.76 |
| 2 + 1 Lucky Star | 10.30% | 1 in 49.27 | £4.47 |
| 2 | 16.59% | 1 in 21.9 | £2.71 |
The possible combinations of numbers remain the same regardless of the total number of players. When more than one individual picks the winning numbers, the pot is divided evenly among them.
Therefore, if you're playing for the jackpot, a strategy based on selecting fewer common numbers might increase your chances of winning.
You may also have the computer pick your numbers at random. EuroMillions refers to this choice as the Lucky Dip.
Claiming EuroMillion Prizes
You must show the winning ticket to collect the prize. Prizes won in EuroMillions are claimed in several ways, depending on the country. This table details when winners must claim a reward and the consequences for failing to do so by the specified date.
| Country | Claim Period | What Becomes Of Unclaimed Prizes |
| Austria | 3 years | Funds were rolled back into the lottery for three years before being utilized to pay for increased prize amounts. |
| Belgium | 20 weeks | Brought back to the Belgian National Lottery. |
| France | 60 days | Used to support special promos, creating a handful of millionaires within a week. |
| Ireland | 90 days | Given back to the Irish National Lottery to be used in advertising for its games, which benefits charity. |
| Luxembourg | 60 days | Returned to the lottery’s reserve fund. |
| Portugal | 90 days | Donated to the Lisbon-based charity Santa Casa da Misericórdia, which operates hospitals and supports other good causes. |
| Spain | 3 months | Donated to the government's treasury. |
| Switzerland | 26 weeks | Donated back to the lottery for future charitable giveaways. |
| UK | 180 days | Donated to the Good Causes Fund of the National Lottery. |
How To Choose Your EuroMillions Lottery Strategy
In the EuroMillions draw, every possible combination of numbers has an equal chance of being selected. Although it may seem unlikely, a ticket with seven randomly chosen numbers evenly separated has the same odds of winning as a ticket with seven consecutive numbers.
The odds of winning the EuroMillions are the same whether you use a Lucky Dip or an online EuroMillions lottery guide to choose your numbers.
What Are The Most Often Drawn Numbers?
EuroMillions and other lottery top search phrases often center on the most often drawn numbers. Common queries on Google, Bing, and the other search engines include "EuroMillions best numbers" and “what are the most frequent EuroMillions numbers”.
Below, we'll go through some EuroMillions hot and cold numbers to help you determine which ones to play. But here's the rub: little of this helps at all.
There is zero correlation between past EuroMillions' outcomes and future outcomes. The fact that a given EuroMillions ticket has been drawn several times in the past is no guarantee that it will be picked any time again soon.
If you're wondering why your odds are identical for each set of numbers, it's because, as we've already shown, it is. Nonetheless, it's a good read, and there are some fascinating insights to be gleaned regarding the hottest and coldest EuroMillions numbers.
Hot and Cold EuroMillion Numbers
It's easy to see that the most frequent and least common EuroMillions numbers are very different throughout the first seven years of the draw.
- Despite over 370 drawings, the number "28" only appeared 26 times, whereas the number "50" was drawn 54 times.
- Five years later, "28" and "50" became popular choices, with 67 and 60 draws, respectively.
- Between May 2011 and September 2016, the digit 10 was the most frequent occurrence - a whopping 70 times! The number "41" was the rarest, appearing only 38 times.
- At EuroMillions' 1,225th drawing in 2019, the number "46" was the least popular, having shown up less than 100 times, while the number "50" was the most popular, showing up 145 times.
- The above "all-time" statistics show that the lowest number occurred 7.8% of the time, while the highest number occurred 11.8% of the time.
- The official figures revealed that the number "46" was the least selected in the 1,225th drawing of the EuroMillions, followed by the number "33," the second coldest number. This suggests that players look at past EuroMillions results to determine which numbers to play.
As of [%s:month_year], the most frequently drawn numbers in the EuroMillions lottery are:
- Ball number 21, drawn 194 times.
- Ball number 23, drawn 193 times.
- Ball number 44, drawn 191 times.
- Ball number 19, drawn 190 times.
- Ball number 50, drawn 189 times.
These numbers have been the most common for the period between the first draw in 2004 and the last draw in [%s:month_year]
EuroMillions Hot and Cold Lucky Star Numbers
Just 12 lucky stars exist. A glance back at past EuroMillions draws reveals the kind of trend one might expect.
- Since it wasn't featured in the EuroMillions until September 2016, the number 12 has made the fewest appearances.
- The next lowest are 10 and 11, but they didn't show up until May 2011. Hence, they're not considered "low" numbers.
As of this writing, the most often drawn Lucky Star was only three times as often as the second most frequently drawn Lucky Star and 47 times as often as the least frequently drawn Lucky Star.
FAQ
What is EuroMillions?
EuroMillions is a popular lottery game played across several European countries. Players choose five main numbers from 1 to 50 and two "Lucky Stars" from 1 to 12. To win the jackpot, all seven numbers must match the drawn numbers. Launched in 2004, it's a thrilling chance to win big!
How do you play EuroMillions?
Playing EuroMillions involves selecting five main numbers between 1 and 50, plus two Lucky Stars from 1 to 12. Prizes are awarded based on how many numbers you match with the official draw. Match more numbers, win bigger prizes!
What are the odds of winning in EuroMillions?
The odds of winning any prize in EuroMillions are approximately 1 in 13. However, hitting the jackpot by matching all five main numbers and both Lucky Stars is around 1 in 139 million. Good luck!
Can you play EuroMillions online?
Yes, you can play EuroMillions online through various authorized platforms. Always ensure the website is secure and legitimate before purchasing tickets. Check the results online too!
What is the EuroMillions SuperDraw?
The EuroMillions SuperDraw is a special event with a guaranteed massive jackpot, regardless of the previous draw. Jackpots usually start around €100 million and can roll over to a maximum of €190 million. It's a big one!
How does the EuroMillions jackpot roll over?
If no one wins the jackpot in a EuroMillions draw, the prize money is added to the next draw, increasing the potential winnings. This continues until someone wins or the jackpot hits its maximum limit.
What happens to unclaimed EuroMillions prizes?
Each country participating in EuroMillions has its own rules for unclaimed prizes. Generally, after a certain period, the money goes back into the lottery fund for future draws, special promotions, or charitable causes.
Are there any additional games in EuroMillions?
Some countries offer extra games alongside EuroMillions. For instance, the UK has the UK Millionaire Maker and EuroMillions HotPicks, providing more chances to win. Check what's available in your region.
What is the UK Millionaire Maker?
The UK Millionaire Maker is an add-on game for EuroMillions players in the UK. Each ticket comes with a unique code, and if your code matches the one drawn, you win £1 million. Extra chance to strike it lucky!
How are EuroMillions prizes paid out?
EuroMillions prizes are typically paid out as a lump sum and are tax-free in most participating countries. However, payment methods and tax implications can differ, so it's important to verify the specific rules in your country.
