About the Dubai Lottery

The Dubai Lottery, also known as the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire Lottery or DDF Lottery, offers a top prize of US $1 million (₹7 Crore). With odds of 1 in 5,000, it’s one of the most favorable lotteries worldwide. Established in 1999, it’s designed to reward travelers with extra cash and is open to players online or at Dubai International Airport.

How to Play the Millennium Millionaire Lottery

1. Visit the official Dubai Lottery website and create an account.
2. Provide passport details for registration.
3. Purchase a ticket using a debit/credit card or via telegraphic transfer.
4. Receive a digital ticket via email.
5. Alternatively, buy tickets at Irish Village Shop or FS counters at Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai.

There is no cap on the number of tickets you can buy, increasing your chances to win.

How The Draws Work

Each ticket carries a unique identification number. During the draw, all numbers are pooled together, and one is picked randomly. Draws occur every two to three weeks at Dubai Duty Free shopping complex in Dubai International Airport. The next draw date is:

Monday, 1st January 0001

With only 5,000 tickets per draw, your odds of winning are 1 in 5,000.

Finest Surprise Draws

The Finest Surprise Draws, started in 1989, offer luxury cars and motorbikes as prizes. Tickets for the car draws cost US $139 (₹10,000) and are limited to 1,300 or 2,300 per draw. Motorbike draws cost US $28 (₹2,000) and are limited to 1,000 tickets. Prizes include BMWs, Mercedes, and other premium vehicles.

Dubai Lottery Winners

Since 1999, the Dubai Lottery has created numerous millionaires, including many Indian winners. Here are some notable stories:

• In 2020, 1-year-old Mohamed Salah won the jackpot. His father purchased the ticket online.
• In 2021, Jagdish Ramnani from Bhopal became a millionaire after playing for 20 years.
• Also in 2021, Sarath Kunnummal shared his winnings with nine others, each receiving $100,000.
• Seven players have won the DDF Lottery twice!

Dubai Lottery FAQs

1. How much does it cost to play the Dubai Lottery?

The ticket price for the Millennium Millionaire draw is AED 1,000 (₹19,000).

2. How do you claim prizes?

Winners must submit their original ticket, banking details, and a copy of a valid passport. Prizes are wire transferred within three to four weeks.

3. Is there any tax deduction?

The tax depends on your country’s laws. DDF does not deduct taxes.