Play Irish Lotto
What Is the Irish Lotto?
The Irish Lotto is Ireland’s national lottery game and one of the most popular weekly draws in the country. Operated under a state-franchised system, it gives players the chance to win multi-million-euro jackpots every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Draws take place in Dublin at approximately 8:00 PM, offering three opportunities each week to win major cash prizes. With a low entry cost and multiple prize tiers, the Irish Lotto remains a popular choice for regular lottery players.
As of Saturday 5th September, the number of main numbers dropped from 47 to 45, which improved the odds of winning the jackpot from 1-in-10.7 Million to 1-in-8.1 Million, as well as improving odds of winning smaller prizes in the lower tiers.
Irish Lotto Quick Facts
- Country: Ireland
- Draw Days: Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
- Draw Time: Around 20:00 (Dublin time)
- Numbers Selected: 6 numbers from 1 to 45
- Jackpot Prize: Starts from €2 million (minimum)
- Prize Tiers: 8
- Lowest Fixed Prize: €3
- Jackpot Rollovers: No limit
- Play Online: Available on LottosGold
Can I Play the Irish Lotto Online?
Yes. You can buy Irish Lotto tickets online in just a few minutes. Simply log in to your LottosGold account, select the Irish Lotto draw, and choose your numbers.
If you prefer not to choose your own numbers, you can use the Quick Pick option to generate a random selection automatically.
When Is the Ticket Purchase Deadline?
Irish Lotto tickets must be purchased before the official cut-off time on draw days. To avoid missing a draw, it is recommended to purchase tickets well in advance of both the Wednesday and Saturday draws.
Can I Play the Irish Lotto From Outside Ireland?
Yes. Players from many countries can participate in the Irish Lotto through authorised online lottery services. Availability may depend on local regulations in your country of residence.
How Do You Win the Irish Lotto?
To win the Irish Lotto jackpot, you must correctly match all six main numbers drawn.
Players select numbers from 1 to 45, with eight prize tiers available. Even if you do not match all six numbers, you can still win smaller prizes depending on how many numbers you match.
What Are the Irish Lotto Odds?
The Irish Lotto offers multiple prize opportunities across eight tiers. While the jackpot is difficult to win, the game provides more frequent smaller wins compared to many larger international lottery draws.
How Much Can You Win?
The Irish Lotto jackpot starts at a minimum of €2 million and can increase significantly through rollovers, as there is no cap on jackpot growth.
This allows prizes to build over time, creating larger jackpots when there are no winners.
How Do I Check Irish Lotto Results?
Players who purchase tickets online are typically notified if they win a prize. You can also check the latest Irish Lotto results through your LottosGold account or via the official results page.
Checking results regularly ensures you never miss a winning ticket.
How Are Winnings Paid?
After your ticket has been verified, smaller prizes are generally credited directly to your online winnings balance. Funds can typically be withdrawn to a registered bank account, subject to applicable withdrawal terms and conditions and identity verification, or used to fund future lottery purchases.
If you win a major prize, LottosGold will contact you directly to arrange ticket validation and guide you through the prize claim process.
What Is the Biggest Irish Lotto Jackpot Ever Won?
The largest Irish Lotto jackpot ever won was €18.9 million, shared by a syndicate in 2008.
Why Play the Irish Lotto?
The Irish Lotto offers regular weekly draws, multiple ways to win, and growing jackpot potential through rollovers. With its simple format and two draws per week, it remains one of Ireland’s most popular lottery games.
Play responsibly: Please only spend what you can afford to lose.
