Hohe Irish Lotto has been capturing players’ imaginations since its launch in 1988. Known for fair play, exciting draws, and generous jackpots, it remains Ireland’s most popular game of chance. Whether you’re in Dublin or London, you can take part easily — even online.. Euro-lottery.co.uk gives more info about the Lotto in Ireland with the main draw taking place every Wednesday and Saturday.
Play Irish lotto online
Play lotto online
- Choose six numbers out of a 1 to 47 range
- Choose your favorite number
How to Play the Irish Lotto
Playing the Irish Lotto is straightforward:
- Players pick six numbers from a pool of 47, and there are multiple prize tiers depending on how many numbers match the drawn ones.
- Optionally choose a bonus number for extra prize chances.
- Buy your ticket from an authorised retailer or a licensed online platform.
Ticket price in Ireland: €2 per line (GBP equivalent for UK players depends on provider).
Online play: Many platforms offer secure Irish Lotto tickets in GBP.
Jackpot & Prizes
- Minimum jackpot: €2 million.
- Record jackpot: €19.06 million (won in 2022, the largest in Irish Lotto history).
- Prizes are paid for matching as few as two numbers plus the bonus ball, up to all six main numbers.
Recent big wins:
- €12.7 million – January 2023 (single ticket holder).
- €10.7 million – June 2021 (family syndicate).
Jackpot & Prizes
- Minimum jackpot: €2 million.
- Record jackpot: €19.06 million (won in 2022, the largest in Irish Lotto history).
- Prizes are paid for matching as few as two numbers plus the bonus ball, up to all six main numbers.
Recent big wins:
- €12.7 million – January 2023 (single ticket holder).
- €10.7 million – June 2021 (family syndicate).
Why UK Players Love the Irish Lotto
- Better odds than EuroMillions (1 in 10.7 million for jackpot).
- Tax-free winnings in Ireland.
- Smaller number pool (1–47) compared to many other lotteries.