UAE launches new lottery with AED 100 million grand prize up for grabs

If you’ve ever dreamed of a life-changing windfall, you might have a chance!

The UAE Lottery has officially launched, marking a major milestone as the first licensed gambling operation in the UAE. With its first draw set for December 14, here’s everything you need to know about the exciting new lottery offering:

What's on offer?

The UAE Lottery is offering AED 50 tickets for a chance to win the massive AED 100 million prize in the Lucky Day draw, set to take place on December 14. Not only that, but you can also try your luck with a range of scratch cards, priced between AED 5 and AED 50, with prizes ranging from AED 50,000 to a whopping AED 1 million.

Who can play?

Those aged 18 and above can participate, and tickets are available exclusively for residents of the UAE.
Ticket Price: AED 50 for the Lucky Day draw.
Frequency of Draw: The live draws will take place every other Saturday at 8:30 p.m. UAE time.

Where to buy?

Tickets can be purchased online at theuaelottery.ae and must be bought between 10 p.m. on the draw date and 7 p.m. the following Saturday. Sales will be temporarily paused between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. during the live draw.

Any small draws?

Not in the mood to wait for the big draw? You can also purchase digital scratch cards, which come in several variations with the following prizes:

• AED 5 card: Chance to win AED 50,000
• AED 10 card: Chance to win AED 100,000
• AED 20 card: Chance to win AED 300,000
• AED 50 card: Chance to win AED 1 million

How much can you win and what are the odds?

• Jackpot (AED 100 million): Odds of 1 in 8,835,372
• 2nd prize (AED 1 million): Odds of 1 in 803,216
• 3rd prize (AED 100,000): Odds of 1 in 58,902
• 4th prize (AED 1,000): Odds of 1 in 1,437
• 5th prize (AED 100): Odds of 1 in 12.1

What sets the UAE lottery apart?

The UAE Lottery’s exclusive licensing has set it apart from local competitors like Emirates Draw and Mahzooz, which are now pivoting into other markets.

As the first official, licensed lottery in the country, it offers a fresh and exciting opportunity for both seasoned lottery players and newcomers alike.