History and Overview

Eurojackpot is a transnational European lottery game launched on March 23, 2012. It is operated by a consortium of national lottery operators across Europe, including Germany, Spain, Denmark, Finland, Italy, the Netherlands, and others. Eurojackpot offers players the chance to win substantial prizes with a minimum guaranteed jackpot and favorable odds for winning secondary prizes.

How to Play

Playing Eurojackpot is straightforward and follows a simple format. Here’s how it works:

1. Choose Your Numbers:

   • Players select five main numbers from a pool of 1 to 50.
   • Players also select two Euro numbers (Eurozahlen) from a pool of 1 to 10.

2. Purchase a Ticket:

   • Tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers in participating countries or online through the official national lottery websites or apps.
   • Each line (or play) costs €2.00 (or equivalent in local currency).

3. Quick Pick Option:

   • Players can choose their own numbers or opt for a Quick Pick (Random Selection), where the numbers are randomly generated by the lottery terminal.

4. Multi-Draw Option:

   • Players can opt to play the same numbers for multiple draws in advance, typically up to four weeks.

Draw Time

• Draw Day: The Eurojackpot draw takes place every Friday.
• Draw Time: Draws are held at approximately 9:00 PM CET (Central European Time).

Prize Structure

Eurojackpot features 12 prize divisions, including the jackpot. Here’s a breakdown of the prize structure:

1. Division 1 (Jackpot):

   • Match 5 main numbers + 2 Euro numbers: Jackpot, which starts at €10 million and can roll over to a maximum of €90 million (or higher, under special rules).

2. Other Divisions:

   • Division 2: Match 5 main numbers + 1 Euro number
   • Division 3: Match 5 main numbers
   • Division 4: Match 4 main numbers + 2 Euro numbers
   • Division 5: Match 4 main numbers + 1 Euro number
   • Division 6: Match 4 main numbers
   • Division 7: Match 3 main numbers + 2 Euro numbers
   • Division 8: Match 2 main numbers + 2 Euro numbers
   • Division 9: Match 3 main numbers + 1 Euro number
   • Division 10: Match 3 main numbers
   • Division 11: Match 1 main number + 2 Euro numbers
   • Division 12: Match 2 main numbers + 1 Euro number

Odds of Winning

The odds of winning in the Eurojackpot game vary by prize division:

• Division 1 (Match 5 main numbers + 2 Euro numbers): 1 in 95,344,200
• Division 2 (Match 5 main numbers + 1 Euro number): 1 in 5,959,013
• Division 3 (Match 5 main numbers): 1 in 3,405,150
• Division 4 (Match 4 main numbers + 2 Euro numbers): 1 in 423,752
• Division 5 (Match 4 main numbers + 1 Euro number): 1 in 26,485
• Division 6 (Match 4 main numbers): 1 in 15,134
• Division 7 (Match 3 main numbers + 2 Euro numbers): 1 in 9,631
• Division 8 (Match 2 main numbers + 2 Euro numbers): 1 in 672
• Division 9 (Match 3 main numbers + 1 Euro number): 1 in 602
• Division 10 (Match 3 main numbers): 1 in 344
• Division 11 (Match 1 main number + 2 Euro numbers): 1 in 128
• Division 12 (Match 2 main numbers + 1 Euro number): 1 in 42

Claiming Prizes

• Small Prizes: Can be claimed at any authorized retailer or through the official lottery website.
• Larger Prizes: Must be claimed at the national lottery headquarters or by mail, depending on the amount won and the policies of the respective country.
• Jackpot Prizes: Require special arrangements for claiming, and winners may need to provide identification and proof of ticket purchase.

Important Points

• Players must be 18 years or older to participate.
• Tickets must be purchased before the cut-off time on draw days, typically at 7:00 PM CET.
• Eurojackpot operates in multiple European countries, and winnings are tax-free in most participating countries, but winners should consult with a tax advisor if they have international tax obligations.

Eurojackpot offers players across Europe the chance to win life-changing prizes every Friday. With a starting jackpot of €10 million and the potential to grow substantially, it remains one of the most popular and widely-played lottery games in the region, supporting various national lottery beneficiaries and initiatives.