Play the Lottery Online with Official Tickets

Yes, you can play the lottery online at TheLotter, a licensed lottery courier service, via our website or the TheLotter app for iOS and Android. Choose your lotteries, check results, and manage your entries anytime, anywhere.

TheLotter gives you access to the biggest international lotteries and the massive jackpots they offer, including major global draws such as Powerball, EuroMillions, and SuperEnalotto. Wondering if we’ve ever had a winner? We’ve had several! Head over to our winners page to see real-life winners and testimonials.

We’ve paid out more than $130 million dollars in prizes, and our winners are from all around the world!

As a reputable online lottery courier service, TheLotter securely manages the purchase and handling of your official tickets, with access to almost 50 international, daily, and weekly lottery draws worldwide.

Is Playing the Lottery Online Legal?

Playing the lottery online at TheLotter is both accessible, and fully legal, operating under a Malta Gaming Authority licence.
When you place an order, we buy your ticket from a licensed local retailer, ensuring it’s official and valid. A scanned copy is uploaded to your account so you can view it before the draw. Whether it’s a local lottery or a world lottery from anywhere, we handle all the work while you enjoy all the rewards!
Laws regarding online lottery play can vary by country, so be sure to check local regulations before participating.
You must be 18 or older and comply with all jurisdiction requirements to play.

How Does Online Lottery Play Work?

Your online play with us is completely safe. Here’s how it works step by step:

1. Choose a lottery – Select from US, European, or international lotteries.

2. Pick your numbers or use Quick Pick – Choose your lucky numbers or let the system pick them for you with the Quick Pick option.

3. Ticket purchased locally – TheLotter buys your ticket at a licensed local retailer, just like you would in person.

4. Ticket scanned before the draw – A scanned copy of your ticket is uploaded to your account, giving you proof of ownership.

5. Official draw – Your ticket enters the same official draw as everyone else.

6. Automatic notifications – You receive alerts if you win, so you never miss out.

Official Tickets — Not Betting

TheLotter lets you play official lotteries from around the world, directly online, wherever you are.

- Real tickets, real prizes – Every lottery ticket you buy is official, and any winnings come directly from the lottery operator.
- Ownership you can see – A scanned copy of your ticket is uploaded to your account for verification.
- No digital bets – You’re participating exactly as if you bought the ticket in person, with the convenience of online access.

Licensed, Regulated & Operating Since 2002

TheLotter has been operating since 2002, giving players over two decades of trusted lottery service.
We are fully licensed and regulated under the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA/CRP/402/2017) issued on 01/08/2018, ensuring compliance with strict gaming standards.
As well as our comprehensive FAQ area, our customer support team is available to assist you, so you can get help whenever you need it.

Transparency

You can view your ticket anytime in My Account, and you can also opt in to receive results alerts as soon as they’re available.
Draw results are published on our lottery results pages shortly after the draw, so you always know what’s happening with your entries.

Zero Commission on Winnings

When you buy lottery tickets online at TheLotter, all prizes you win are commission-free! All winnings come directly from the official lottery operator, and we’ll assist you with the claims process.

1. Select a lottery

2. Choose your numbers

3. Confirm your order

4. Ticket purchased & scanned

5. Track the draw and wait for results

Can I Choose My Own Numbers?

Yes! You can pick your lucky numbers manually or use our Quick Pick feature to have the system generate them randomly. You can also play the same numbers every draw by setting up a subscription. Toggle auto-renew and you’ll never miss a draw!

Can I Buy Lottery Tickets for Multiple Draws in Advance?

TheLotter offers multi-draws and subscriptions to many lotteries, allowing you to purchase entries for several upcoming draws at once.

You can play from anywhere in the world with TheLotter. Enjoy local currency and payment options for a seamless experience, and use a single account to enter multiple lotteries across different countries.

Yes, you can play major US lottery games like US Powerball and US Mega Millions from outside the United States. No US residency is required. Our agents purchase tickets locally on your behalf, and you enter the same official draws, with access to the same jackpots as players in the US.

US Lotteries

At TheLotter, you can play the biggest US lotteries, including:

US Powerball – Draws Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 PM ET. The US Powerball lottery holds the world record jackpot of $2.04 billion.

US Mega Millions – Draws Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 PM ET. Famous for massive multi-hundred-million jackpots, with a record jackpot of $1.602 billion.

European & International

Play Europe’s most popular lotteries, including:

EuroMillions – Draws take place on Tuesday and Friday. Known for its huge jackpots, this exciting European lottery also offers regular Superdraws that boost the jackpot. EuroMillions' current jackpot cap is €250 million.

EuroJackpot – Draws Tuesday and Friday. EuroJackpot offers jackpots of up to €120 million, with strong winning odds compared to other major lotteries.

SuperEnalotto – Draws Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The Italian SuperEnalotto is famous for offering some of the largest jackpots in lottery history, often reaching hundreds of millions of euros.

AU Powerball Lotto – Draws Thursdays. One of the biggest games offered by the Australian lottery, with a record jackpot of AU$200 million. This is just one example of how far TheLotter’s reach extends when it comes to offering international lottery draws.

Draws, Results & Notifications

TheLotter gives you access to official lottery draws from around the world, each with its own schedule. Draw times are shown in the lottery’s local time, with a countdown to the next draw so you know exactly when it takes place. After each draw, results and previous results are published on the relevant results pages.

How Will I Know If I’ve Won?

TheLotter makes it easy to stay updated on your entries and winnings. You’ll be notified immediately after any win — whether small or large — so you never miss a prize.

All your tickets and results can be tracked directly from your account. Plus, you can also opt in to alerts like jackpot notifications, and results by email for your favourite lotteries.

When you win, your payout is processed according to the official lottery game rules and timelines, ensuring you receive your prize securely and promptly.

Small prizes are credited directly to your account, while large jackpot wins may require in-person claiming with our assistance.

For large wins, prizes must be claimed in person in accordance with the lottery operator’s rules, and we’ll assist you by arranging secure delivery of your ticket and guiding you through the process.

Are Lottery Winnings Taxed?

Whether your lottery winnings are taxed depends on the country where the draw takes place and your country of residence.
For detailed information on taxes and regulations for different lotteries, check out our dedicated tax page.

Your safety is our top priority. TheLotter is a secure, licensed online lottery courier service that protects your data and transactions at every step. All sensitive information is protected with 128-bit SSL encryption and secure payment protocols, safeguarding your personal details and account transactions at all times.

TheLotter is fully licensed under the Malta Gaming Authority and has been operating since 2002, offering more than two decades of trusted service. Our legitimacy is further proven by real, publicly verified TheLotter winners, giving you confidence that we operate transparently and fairly.

If something ever goes wrong, your ticket ownership is always recorded and verifiable. Each ticket is scanned and stored in your account, and our customer support team is ready to assist, ensuring any issues are resolved quickly and securely.

TheLotter offers a range of payment options, including popular methods like Visa, Mastercard, and Skrill. Visit our banking page for a full breakdown of available payment methods.

All transactions are protected with GeoTrust 128-bit SSL encryption, keeping your personal and financial information safe. No card information is stored on our servers, adding an extra layer of security.

Withdrawing your funds is simple and secure. You can use the same payment methods you used to deposit, including bank transfers where available. Simply go to your account, select your preferred method, enter the withdrawal amount (subject to minimum limits), and confirm your request. Funds will be processed according to the payment method’s standard timelines.

This ensures that deposits and withdrawals are safe, straightforward, and convenient for all players.