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El Gordo
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How to play El Gordo Lottery Online?
The El Gordo lottery is Spain’s most popular lottery game, capturing the hearts of millions of players with its life-changing jackpots.
This Spanish game has intrigued many with its favourable chances of winning. So, if you want to play El Gordo online and join the feisty Spanish fiesta…
This is how you do it;
- Sign in to your Lotto247 account. If you do not have an account, you’ll have to create one first.
- After you’ve created your Lotto247 account, you can use one of our various safe and secure payment methods to deposit funds into your account.
- When the funds reflect in your Lotto247 account, you can now play El Gordo online.
To play El Gordo online, you need to;
- Choose five (5) numbers from a pool of 54 possible numbers, including;
- Choose one (1) Key number from nine (9) possible numbers.
You can choose your lucky numbers manually or by using the Lotto247 Quick Pick method. In the Quick Pick method, a random number generator is used to pick your lucky numbers.
There are numerous benefits when you play El Gordo online, namely;
- When you buy El Gordo lotto tickets online, you do not need to leave the comfort of your home or office.
- There is an increased level of security when you buy El Gordo tickets on Lotto247. Your tickets are safely stored in your Lotto247 account and cannot be lost, stolen or damaged.
Your lucky numbers are automatically checked against the drawn winning number after every Spanish lottery draw. We will immediately credit your Lotto247 account if you matched the winning numbers and won the jackpot or any other prize.
What is the Key Number?
The Key Number is the ‘Bonus Ball’ in the El Gordo lottery, which increases the value of certain prize tiers.
When to play the El Gordo Lottery?
The El Gordo draw is held once a week on a Sunday at 13:00 (CET) in Madrid, Spain. Every El Gordo draw is broadcasted on Televisión Española and Radio Nacional de España
You can buy El Gordo tickets anytime on Lotto247 and play El Gordo online until an hour before the draw.
After every draw, the El Gordo results will be immediately updated on our website. To check the latest results, visit the El Gordo results page.
More Information about El Gordo:
What is the El Gordo Lottery?
Lottery organisers, Loterias y Apuestas del Estado, changed the Spanish lottery industry in 1985 when they established the El Gordo de la Primitiva lottery by Royal Decree. Their primary reason for creating this lottery game was to operate all national lotteries in Spain.
Commonly referred to as “The Big One”, the weekly El Gordo lottery was officially launched in 1993 and has become Spain’s favourite and most played lottery game. Its popularity comes from its favourable chances of winning its massive life-changing jackpot.
The El Gordo lottery has a minimum starting jackpot of €5 million and can swell to €30 million.
Can I play El Gordo from overseas?
The El Gordo lottery has been instantly changing the lives of many Spanish lottery players for over two (2) decades, and now it can transform your life.
On Lotto247, it is now possible to play El Gordo online from anywhere in the world. Remember, you need to be 18 years or older to buy El Gordo tickets on Lotto247.
How to win the El Gordo Lottery Jackpot?
To win the coveted El Gordo jackpot, you need to match the five (5) main numbers, including one (1) Key number.
El Gordo Prize Table
The value of the prize tiers are determined by the volume of ticket sales from the previous week.
| MATCHING NUMBER | PRIZE VALUE |
|---|---|
| Five (5) numbers + Key number | Jackpot |
| Five (5) numbers | Est. €132,000 |
| Four (4) numbers + Key number | Est. €6,900 |
| Four (4) numbers | Est. €200 |
| Three (3) numbers + Key number | Est. €45 |
| Three (3) numbers | Est. €15 |
| Two (2) numbers + Key number | Est. €7 |
| Two (2) numbers | Est. €3 |
| Key number | Est. €1.50 |
El Gordo Lottery Jackpot Pay-out Options
When you win the El Gordo jackpot, there is one (1) payout option available, the lump-sum payout option. The lump-sum payout option pays out your winnings immediately.
Under exceptional circumstances, Lotto247 reserves the right to pay the winning El Gordo jackpot in the form of an annuity payout.
El Gordo Jackpot Rollovers
There is no jackpot cap or rollover limit, meaning that the jackpot will continuously roll over until it is won, and it can grow to incredibly massive amounts.
Previously the El Gordo jackpot continually rolled over until it reached €30 million. For lottery winnings over €2,500, 20% of the windfall is taxed.
What are the chances of winning the El Gordo Lottery?
The El Gordo lottery offers nine (9) rewarding prize tiers, and your chances of winning any of the prizes are 1 in 19. While your chances of winning the jackpot are a favourable 1 in 31,625,100
Below is a table listing your chances of winning the El Gordo jackpot and other prizes;
| Prize Category | Match | Winning Chances |
|---|---|---|
| Jackpot | Five (5) numbers + Key number | 1 in 31,625,100 |
| 2nd Prize | Five (5) numbers | 1 in 3,513,900 |
| 3rd Prize | Four (4) numbers + Key number | 1 in 129,082 |
| 4th Prize | Four (4) numbers | 1 in 14,342 |
| 5th Prize | Three (3) numbers + Key number | 1 in 2,689 |
| 6th Prize | Three (3) numbers | 1 in 299 |
| 7th Prize | Two (2) numbers + Key number | 1 in 172 |
| 8th Prize | Two (2) numbers | 1 in 19 |
| 9th Prize | Key number | 1 in 10 |
Interesting Facts About El Gordo
The El Gordo lottery, when compared to other more popular games, is one of the more consistent lotteries when it comes to implementing changes.
In its 20 year existence, the Spanish lottery has only made two (2) changes to its game. Initially, the game held its draw once a month, and in October 1997, it was changed to weekly draws.
There was a significant change in the El Gordo regulation in 2005. It saw the addition of a guaranteed minimum jackpot of €5 million and eight (8) prize tiers.
Biggest El Gordo Lotto Winners
| # | Winner | Jackpot Amount | Lucky Numbers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anonymous winner | €36,675,630.47 | September 2010 |
| 2 | Anonymous winner | €34,230,938.33 | September 2010 |
| 3 | Anonymous winner | €30,000,000.00 | August 2011 |
| 4 | Anonymous winner | €32,390,368.22 | September 2010 |
| 5 | Anonymous winner | €31,626,895.12 | August 2011 |
| 6 | Anonymous winner | €30,714,123.47 | August 2010 |
After winning the El Gordo lottery with Lotto247
If you are wondering what happens next after winning the El Gordo jackpot with Lotto247, here is what you need to know;
What happens when I win the El Gordo jackpot with Lotto247?
After winning the El Gordo jackpot, there is not much that you need to do. When the results are published, and if you matched the drawn winning numbers, we will credit your Lotto247 account immediately.
You should seek professional advice, for larger winnings, in managing your winnings according to your local legislation for claiming international lottery prizes.
How to claim your El Gordo winnings with Lotto247?
When you play El Gordo online on Lotto247, a benefit you will enjoy is the ease of claiming your winnings.
You’ll need to file a cash withdrawal request to claim your winnings.
Our team will contact you upon receiving your withdrawal request to ensure your account is verified before granting your cash withdrawal request. Your winnings will be deposited into your preferred bank account after your request is approved.
You can also have your winnings paid to you in several web wallets. However, this option is dependent on which country you live in, including other factors.
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