EuroMillions

1How to Play

• EuroMillions is a transnational lottery played across multiple European countries.
• Players choose 5 main numbers from a pool ranging from 1 to 50.
• Players also select 2 'Lucky Star' numbers from a pool of 1 to 12.
• To secure the jackpot, a ticket must match all 5 main numbers and both Lucky Stars.

2Step-by-Step Guide

1. Press the generate button to obtain your 5 main numbers (1-50) and 2 Lucky Stars (1-12).
2. If desired, lock in one or two favorite numbers before generating so the algorithm builds the rest around them.
3. Instantly copy your full 7-number combination for use with official EuroMillions retailers across Europe.

3Game History

EuroMillions was launched in February 2004 by the national lotteries of the UK, France, and Spain. It soon expanded to include Austria, Belgium, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal, and Switzerland. The addition of the 12th Lucky Star in 2016 slightly shifted the odds, making it harder to win the top prize but allowing jackpots to roll over to a massive €250 million cap.

4Statistical Factoids

• Unlike some massive American lotteries, EuroMillions jackpot prizes are paid out as a completely tax-free lump sum in most participating countries (with notable exceptions being Spain, Switzerland, and Portugal).
• The overall odds of winning any prize are considered quite favorable among major lotteries, sitting at roughly 1 in 13.
• The highly anticipated 'Super Draws' held a few times a year offer guaranteed massive jackpots, often starting at a staggering €130 million, regardless of whether the previous draw was won.

5Odds of Winning

The odds of winning the EuroMillions jackpot are 1 in 139,838,160. There are 13 different prize tiers, and the overall odds of winning any prize are a favorable 1 in 13.

?Frequently Asked Questions