France Loto

How to play the France Loto Online?

Do you believe you’re lucky? And do you think you have what it takes to win the France Lotto jackpot? But, how do you play France Loto online?

The France Lotto was launched in 1976 and is a game that has evolved into one that is popular for transforming players into multi-millionaires. So, if you are eager to play the France Loto online and enjoy the finer things in life,

This is how you do it;

Sign in to your Lotto247 account. If you do not have an account, you’ll need to create your account with us first.
When you have created your Lotto247 account, you can deposit funds into it using our various safe and secure payment methods.
When the funds reflect in your account, you can now buy France Loto tickets online.

To play the France Loto online, you need to choose:

Five (5) numbers from a pool of 49 possible numbers and;

One (1) Lucky Number from ten (10) numbers.

You can choose your lucky numbers manually or through the Lotto247 Quick Pick method. A random number generator is used in the Quick Pick method to pick your numbers.

When you play the France Lotto online on Lotto247, there are numerous benefits you’ll enjoy, such as;

You do not need to leave the comfort of your office or home to buy France Loto tickets online.
There is an increased level of security when you buy France Loto tickets online. Your tickets are safely stored in your Lotto247 account and cannot be lost, stolen or damaged.

After every France Lotto draw, your numbers are checked automatically against the winning numbers. If you matched the winning numbers and won the jackpot or other prizes, we will immediately credit your Lotto247 account.

What is the Lucky Number?

The Lucky Number is the bonus ball that is drawn from the second drum containing a pool of ten (10) possible numbers.

Does France Loto have special draws?

The French National Lottery has three (3) special draws that it occasionally holds, and these are;

Friday the 13th draw

Friday the 13th has long been a day that is considered to be an omen of bad luck. However, when the 13th of the month falls on a Friday, it is a special day on France Loto.

It is because a special Friday the 13th draw is held with a €13,000,000 jackpot up for grabs. The first Friday, the 13th draw, was held in 1930.
Grand Loto de Noël

Another special draw held by France Loto is the Grand Loto de Noël. It is held every 22nd of December as a special Christmas draw and offers a €2 million jackpot.
Lottery of love

France is a country synonymous with love and romance. So, it comes as no surprise that it holds a special “une loterie d’amour” or “lottery of love” draw to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

The purpose of this special draw was to use the most romantic day of the year to pair single men and women.

When to play the France Lotto?

The France Lotto gives you three (3) chances to win the jackpot or other prize each week. It holds its draw every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 20:30 (CET) in Paris, France.

You can buy France Loto tickets online anytime on Lotto247 until an hour before the draw. To check if you matched the winning numbers, please visit the France Loto results page.

The latest France Loto results are updated on the results page immediately after every draw.

More Information about France Loto:

What is the France Lotto?

France Loto was introduced in 1976, and since its inception, it has been synonymous with creating instant multi-millionaires and paying out amazing non-jackpot prizes. It is operated by Française des Jeux (FDJ), which manages all lottery games in France.

The France Loto has a modest minimum starting jackpot of €2 million, but that does not mean it cannot pay out hefty amounts. That is because it has a generous 34 jackpot rollover cap, and when the jackpot rolls over, it increases by €1 million.

Can I play the France Loto from overseas?

It doesn’t matter where you live; Lotto247 makes it possible for you to play the France Loto online from almost anywhere in the world.

Remember, if you want to buy France Loto tickets online, you need to be 18 years or older.

How to win the France Loto Jackpot?

If you dream of winning the jackpot of France’s most played lottery game, the France Loto, you need to match all six (6) numbers drawn.

That is, you need to match five (5) numbers drawn from 49 possible numbers, including one (1) Lucky Number from a set of ten (10) numbers.

France Lotto Prize Table

MATCHING NUMBER	PRIZE VALUE
Five (5) numbers + Lucky number	Jackpot
Five (5) numbers	Est. €100,000
Four (4) numbers + Lucky number	Est. €1,500
Four (4) numbers	Est. €500
Three (3) numbers + Lucky number	Est. €55
Three (3) numbers	Est. €20
Two (2) numbers + Lucky number	€10
Two (2) numbers	€5
Lucky number	€2.20

France Loto Jackpot Pay-out Options

One (1) payment option is available when you win the France Loto jackpot, a lump-sum payout. This option instantly pays out your winnings.

Under exceptional circumstances, Lotto247 reserves the right to pay the winning France Loto jackpot in the form of an annuity payout.

France Loto Jackpot Rollovers

The France Loto has one of the highest rollover caps, 34 consecutive rollovers, with a minimum starting jackpot of €2 million. When the jackpot rolls over, it increases by €1 million until it reaches €36 million.

If, after 34 draws, the jackpot is not won, it is rolled down and shared between the lower prize divisions.

What are the chances of winning the France Lottery?

When you play the France Loto online, your overall chances of winning any prize are 1 in 5.99. You have a 1 in 19,068,840 chance of winning the jackpot.

Below is a table of your chances of winning other France Loto prizes;

Prize Category	Match	Winning Chances
Jackpot	Five (5) numbers + Lucky Number	1 in 19,068,840
2nd Prize	Five (5) numbers	1 in 2,118,760
3rd Prize	Four (4) numbers + Lucky Number	1 in 88,677
4th Prize	Four (4) numbers	1 in 9,631
5th Prize	Three (3) numbers + Lucky Number	1 in 2,016
6th Prize	Three (3) numbers	1 in 224
7th Prize	Two (2) numbers + Lucky Number	1 in 144
8th Prize	Two (2) numbers	1 in 16
9th Prize	Lucky Number	1 in 18

Interesting Facts About France Loto

France Loto recorded its highest number of consecutive jackpot rollovers in June 2011, when it saw an 11 jackpot rollover streak. The jackpot reached an impressive €24 million after starting from a modest €13 million and was eventually won by one (1) lucky winner.

Biggest France Loto Winners

In May 2006, France Loto recorded its highest jackpot of €30 million (approximately US $36 million), split evenly amongst two (2) lucky winners.

The largest single-ticket jackpot win came in June 2011 when one (1) lucky player won the €24 million (approximately US $29 million) jackpot. From a starting jackpot of €13 million (approximately US $15 million), it rolled over an impressive 11 times to nearly double the jackpot prize.

After winning the France Loto with Lotto247

So, after realising your dream of winning the France Loto jackpot, you cannot help but wonder what happens next? Here is what you need to know;

What happens when I win the France Loto jackpot with Lotto247?

After winning the France Loto jackpot, there is not much that you need to do. After the results are published and you have matched the winning numbers, your Lotto247 account will be immediately credited.

You should seek professional advice for larger winnings to manage your windfall according to your local legislation for claiming international lottery winnings.

How to claim your France Lotto winnings with Lotto247?

When you play the France Loto online, a benefit that you’ll enjoy is the ease of claiming your winnings. After the France Loto results are published, all prizes are automatically allocated to qualifying winners.

To claim your winnings, you’ll need to file a cash withdrawal request.

Upon receiving your request, our security team will contact you to ensure your account is verified before granting your cash withdrawal request.

When your request is granted, your winnings will be deposited into your preferred bank account. You can also choose to have your winnings paid to you in several web wallets, however, this option is dependent on the country you live in, including other factors.