🎱 VA Lottery Guide

Virginia Lottery

8+ games available · Est. 1988 · Official Site

Powerball: $166 Million Mega Millions: $70 Million

🎰 Virginia Lottery Games

All draw games available to Virginia lottery players, plus Powerball and Mega Millions.

GameTypeDraw ScheduleJackpot Odds
📅 Cash 5DailyDaily1 in 749,398
🌐 Cash4LifeMulti StateDaily1 in 21.8 million
🔢 Pick 3NumbersDay & Night1 in 1,000
🔢 Pick 4NumbersDay & Night1 in 10,000
🔢 Pick 5NumbersDay & Night1 in 100,000
🎱 Bank a MillionJackpotWed, Sat1 in 3.8 million
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About the Virginia Lottery

The Virginia Lottery was established in 1988 and offers a variety of draw games, scratch-offs, and multi-state lottery games. Virginia participates in Powerball, Mega Millions, Cash4Life.

The state's signature draw game is Bank a Million. All lottery proceeds support state programs including education, infrastructure, and public services.

Visit the official website at www.valottery.com for the most current results, prize structures, and retailer locations.

Lottery Taxes in Virginia

If you win the lottery in Virginia, you'll pay 24% federal withholding (top bracket 37%) plus 5.75% state tax. On a $1 million jackpot, that means you'd keep approximately $702,500 after taxes.

Federal Tax
24%
withholding (37% top bracket)
Virginia State Tax
5.75%
state withholding
$1M Take-Home
$702,500
approximate after taxes

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How to Claim Lottery Prizes in Virginia

$
Under $600
Claim at any authorized Virginia lottery retailer. Just bring your winning ticket.
$$
$600 to $99,999
Claim at a lottery district office. Bring a valid photo ID and your signed winning ticket. You'll need to fill out a claim form.
$$$
$100,000 and Above
Claim at Virginia lottery headquarters. We strongly recommend hiring a lawyer and financial advisor before claiming. Sign the back of your ticket and store it in a safe place.
Claim deadline: Most Virginia prizes must be claimed within 90 days to 1 year of the draw, depending on the game. Check the official lottery website for exact deadlines. What to do if you win →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What lottery games are available in Virginia?

The Virginia Lottery offers several draw games including Cash 5, Cash4Life, Pick 3, Pick 4. Virginia also participates in Powerball and Mega Millions multi-state jackpot games.

Can I buy Virginia lottery tickets online?

No online lottery courier services currently operate in Virginia. You can buy Powerball and Mega Millions tickets at local retailers, or play sweepstakes casinos online for free. For state-specific games, visit the Virginia Lottery website.

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WinTheLottery.com is an independent information site. We are not affiliated with the Virginia Lottery. Always verify results at the official lottery website. Must be 18+ to play. Play responsibly.