What is El Gordo de la Primitiva?
El Gordo de la Primitiva (not to be confused with the Christmas El Gordo raffle) is Spain's weekly jackpot lottery with some of the best odds of any major lottery in the world — 1 in 31.6 million. That's nearly 10x better than Powerball. While jackpots are smaller than the mega-lotteries, the overall odds of winning any prize (1 in 7) make it one of the most player-friendly lotteries available. Draws happen every Sunday evening.
How to Play El Gordo de la Primitiva
Pick 5 main numbers from 1 to 54, plus 1 Key Number (Clave) from 0 to 9. Match all 6 to win the jackpot. There are 8 prize categories. The 'Clave' number works like the Powerball — it's drawn separately and is required for the top prize.
US residents cannot currently purchase El Gordo de la Primitiva tickets online from US-based courier services. Federal regulations restrict Americans from buying foreign lottery tickets through internet courier services. To play El Gordo de la Primitiva, you would need to purchase tickets in person while traveling to Spain.
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What Makes El Gordo de la Primitiva Special?
Best jackpot odds of any major lottery at 1 in 31.6 million (nearly 10x better than Powerball). Any-prize odds of 1 in 7 are among the best in the world. Cheap tickets at just €1.50.
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How to Play El Gordo de la Primitiva (If Traveling to Spain)
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US residents cannot currently purchase El Gordo de la Primitiva tickets online from the United States. Federal regulations restrict Americans from buying foreign lottery tickets through internet courier services. However, Americans traveling to Spain can buy tickets in person at any authorized retailer. For US-accessible lotteries, check out Powerball and Mega Millions courier services.
The jackpot odds are 1 in 31,625,100, which is 9x better than US Powerball (1 in 292 million). The overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 7. There are 8 prize tiers in total.
A El Gordo de la Primitiva ticket costs €1.50 (approximately $4 USD) when purchased at an authorized retailer in Spain. Tickets can be purchased by anyone visiting a participating country, regardless of nationality.
Spain taxes prizes over €40,000 at 20%. US residents also owe federal + state tax.
El Gordo de la Primitiva drawings are held every Sunday at 8:30 PM CET (2:30 PM ET). Results are available within minutes of the draw on the official lottery website.
WinTheLottery.com is an independent informational site. We are not affiliated with El Gordo de la Primitiva or its operating organization. US residents cannot purchase international lottery tickets online due to federal regulations. This page is for informational and educational purposes only. US residents are responsible for reporting and paying applicable federal and state taxes on any lottery winnings. Must be 18+ to play. Play responsibly.