Euromillions

Currently, 9 countries take part in organizing and running the EuroMillions lottery:

Belgium, France, Switzerland, Luxembourg, United Kingdom, Ireland, Austria, Portugal, and Spain.

Thanks to this multinational collaboration, EuroMillions enjoys a massive player base and prize pool, making it one of the most popular and rewarding lottery games in the world.

A Brief History of EuroMillions

EuroMillions was first launched on February 13, 2004, with the inaugural draw held in Madrid. The initial organizers were Spain, France, and the United Kingdom. Later that same year, on October 8, 2004, Austria, Belgium, Ireland, Luxembourg, Portugal, and Switzerland officially joined, expanding the game’s reach across Europe.

Since then, the lottery has maintained a consistent draw schedule and has awarded billions in prizes, including some of the largest jackpots ever seen in Europe.

Price Per Bet by Country

Originally, a EuroMillions ticket cost 2.00 pounds or its local equivalent, but today the price has increased to 2.50 pounds/euros, reflecting not only inflation but also the inclusion of additional national games and larger jackpots.

United Kingdom: £2.50 (includes Millionaire Maker)
Switzerland: CHF 3.50
All other countries: €2.50

Each ticket allows for a single bet (5 numbers + 2 Lucky Stars) and includes participation in certain country-specific raffles or promotions, depending on the location.

Additional Games by Country

In addition to the main EuroMillions draw, many participating countries offer exclusive add-on games, giving players extra chances to win significant prizes:

Spain: El Millón – Guarantees €1,000,000 in every draw (included in ticket).
France: My Million – Guarantees €1,000,000 (included in ticket).
Portugal: M1lhão – Weekly prize of €1,000,000 (included in ticket).
United Kingdom: Millionaire Maker – One UK player wins £1,000,000 in each draw (included in ticket).
Ireland: EuroMillions Plus – Optional for €1.00, offers extra chances to win up to €500,000.

These national variations enrich the EuroMillions experience and increase the number of potential winners in every draw.

Taxes

While most participating countries do not tax lottery prizes, there are notable exceptions:

Spain: A 20% tax is applied to prizes exceeding €40,000. This tax has been in place since 2012.
Portugal: Winnings over €5,000 are subject to a 20% tax.
Switzerland: Winnings over CHF 1,000 are taxed, with varying rates depending on the canton.

In countries like the UK, France, and Ireland, lottery winnings are tax-free, and players receive the full amount of their prizes.

About Euromillions

EuroMillions draws take place every Tuesday and Friday evening in Paris at 8:45 p.m. local time. Ticket sales close shortly before the draw, depending on the country where you play. Results are published shortly after, allowing players across Europe to check if they’ve won. Knowing the exact time and place of the draw helps ensure you never miss your chance to participate.

EuroMillions has awarded some of the biggest lottery prizes in Europe, with jackpots reaching up to €250 million. Thanks to rollovers and high participation across 9 countries, the game continues to create new millionaires. In this post, we explore the largest prizes ever won, how the jackpot cap works, which countries have had the most winners, and what happens when someone hits one of these life-changing jackpots.

Millionaire Maker is a special game linked to EuroMillions in the UK. With each single EuroMillions bet, a unique code is automatically generated and entered into a separate raffle. For every EuroMillions draw you participate in, your code gives you a chance to win £1,000,000, guaranteed to one lucky ticket holder. It’s an extra opportunity to become a millionaire—no extra cost required.

European Millionaire Maker is an additional EuroMillions game held on special dates throughout the year. With each participating EuroMillions ticket, a unique code is entered into a transnational raffle. Unlike the main draw, this game guarantees multiple €1,000,000 winners across the participating countries, making it one of the most anticipated events in the EuroMillions calendar.

Since its launch on Friday 13 February 2004, EuroMillions has evolved significantly. Over the years, changes have been made to the prize structure, the number of participating countries, and the gameplay itself. These updates have shaped the lottery into what it is today—offering bigger jackpots, more prize tiers, and special events—making EuroMillions one of the most dynamic lotteries in Europe.

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