How to Claim Your Eurojackpot Winnings: Deadlines and Taxes You Need to Know

The results of the latest Eurojackpot draw, held on Friday, May 15, 2026, have been published in Spain. According to LA VERDAD, this time the winning combination includes the numbers 01, 32, 33, 36, 37, as well as two “sun” numbers — 07 and 12. These were the numbers that determined the main prize winners in one of the most popular European lottery formats.

Eurojackpot is held under the aegis of ONCE and brings together participants from 17 European countries. Spaniards have traditionally shown great interest in this draw, as the minimum jackpot is 10 million euros and the maximum can reach 120 million euros if there were no winners in previous draws. To participate, it’s enough to choose five numbers from 1 to 50 and two additional “sun” numbers. The cost of one bet is 2 euros.

The Eurojackpot prize distribution system includes 12 winning categories. The top prize goes to those who guess all five main numbers and both “sun” numbers. Other categories cover various combinations of matches, starting with five numbers without additional numbers and ending with minimal matches, such as one number and two “sun” numbers.

Payment of winnings depends on the amount. If the prize does not exceed 600 euros, it can be collected in cash at any ONCE sales point. Larger amounts are transferred to a bank account. It is important to note that there is a limited period to claim your winnings: you can receive the money within 30 days following the day after the draw. For tickets purchased online through the Juegos ONCE service, notifications of winnings are sent by email, and the funds are credited to a virtual account, with the option to further transfer them to a bank account.

Special attention should be paid to taxation: if the prize exceeds 40,000 euros, under Spanish law, a 20% tax is withheld from it. This rule applies to all major lottery winnings in the country and can significantly affect the final amount received by the winner.

ONCE also reminds that, in addition to Eurojackpot, other draws take place regularly in Spain—the daily coupon, Cuponazo on Fridays, and Sueldazo on weekends. Each has its own specific payout rules and deadlines for claiming prizes. Official results are always published on the organizer’s website and only those are considered valid.

Interest in lotteries in Spain remains consistently high, especially due to large winnings and simple participation rules. For comparison, sporting events also attract public attention: for example, recently Spanish tennis player Rafa Khodar became the country’s sole representative in the quarterfinals of a major tournament, as noted in the article about his advance to the quarterfinals of the Masters 1000 in Madrid.

Eurojackpot remains one of the most prominent lottery initiatives in Europe, and for Spanish participants, it is not only a chance to test their luck but also an opportunity to solve financial issues if they win. It is important to carefully observe the deadlines and prize collection conditions to avoid missing the chance to claim the full winnings.