Virginia Lottery Headquarters
600 E. Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219
Phone: (804) 692-7000
Phone: (804) 692-7000
- Opening times:
- Monday to Friday - -
Virginia Lottery Results
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Cash 5
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Powerball
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Mega Millions
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Cash4Life
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Virginia Lottery COVID-19 Update
Scammers are taking advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic and increasing their activities in Virginia. Be aware, stay alert, and never send money to receive a lottery prize.
Claim Center Information
All Virginia Lottery claim centers are open.
The Virginia Lottery Headquarters is closed until further notice.
Claiming a Winning Ticket
The prize claim period for tickets that expire during the state of emergency has been increased to up to 30 days after the state of emergency is lifted.
Prizes of less than $600 can be claimed at any Virginia Lottery retailer. Please remember that retailers don't keep large amounts of cash available so they may pay your prize amount with a check or money order. Alternatively, you can claim your prize from a Virginia Lottery customer service center, one of the prize zones or claim via mail. If the prize amount is larger than $100 you'll need to provide a valid photo ID and proof of your SSN.
All prizes over $600 can be claimed by mail or at any of the Virginia Lottery Customer Service Centers or Claim Centers - remember to bring a valid photo ID and proof of your SSN when claiming in-person.
Requirements for claiming by mail: complete and sign the back of the ticket, fill out the Prize Claim Form, and include a copy of a valid photo ID and proof of the SSN.
All documents need to be mailed via certified mail to the Virginia Lottery Claims. Keep a copy of all documents for your records.
Games
A quick summary for all Virginia State Lottery games.
| Game | Prize Type | Numbers | Sales Close |
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| Pick 3 Day | Top Prize | 3 from 0-9 | 1:53 p.m. |
| Pick 3 Night | Top Prize | 3 from 0-9 | 10:45 p.m. |
| Pick 4 Day | Top Prize | 4 from 0-9 | 1:53 p.m. |
| Pick 4 Night | Top Prize | 4 from 0-9 | 10:45 p.m. |
| Bank a Million | Top Prize | 6 from 1-40 | 10:45 p.m. |
| Cash 5 | Jackpot | 5 from 1-41 | 10:45 p.m. |
| Powerball | Jackpot | 5 from 1-69 + 1 from 1-26 | 10:00 p.m. |
| Mega Millions | Jackpot | 5 from 1-70 + 1 from 1-25 | 10:45 p.m. |
| Cash4Life | Top Prize | 5 from 1-60 + 1 from 1-4 | 8:45 p.m. |
Game Schedule
Find out when each draw takes place.
| Game | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
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| Pick 3 Day | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. |
| Pick 3 Night | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. |
| Pick 4 Day | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. |
| Pick 4 Night | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. |
| Bank a Million | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | |||||
| Cash 5 | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. |
| Powerball | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | |||||
| Mega Millions | 11:00 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. | |||||
| Cash4Life | 9:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
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Advanced Draws
Virginia Lottery allows players to purchase tickets for multiple consecutive lottery draws in advance.
| Game | Advanced Draws |
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| Pick 3 Day | up to 91 |
| Pick 3 Night | up to 91 |
| Pick 4 Day | up to 91 |
| Pick 4 Night | up to 91 |
| Bank a Million | up to 26 |
| Cash 5 | up to 91 |
| Powerball | up to 26 |
| Mega Millions | up to 26 |
| Cash4Life | up to 26 |
Claiming Prizes
Here's the normal process for claiming prizes from the Virginia Lottery.
Prizes of $600 or less
- Option 1.
- Claim at any local retailer.
- Option 2.
- Claim and any of the Virginia Lottery Customer Service Centers or prize zones.
- Option 3.
- Post the signed ticket to the Virginia Lottery.
Prizes over $600
- Option 1.
- Claim at any of the Virginia Lottery Customer Service Centers or prize zones.
- Option 2.
- Complete a claim form, sign the back of the ticket, and you’ll need to supply a copy of both your government-issued photo ID and your Social Security Card.
Postal Address: Virginia Lottery Claims, P.O. Box 1254 Richmond, VA 23218-1254
Claim Form
Download the Virginia Lottery Prize Claim Form.
Claim Centers
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Prize Zone West
1620 E. Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228
Phone: (804) 692-7950- Opening times:
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Shenandoah Valley
1790-26 E. Market Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Phone: (540) 433-7979- Opening times:
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Hampton Roads
2306-2308 W. Mercury Blvd., Hampton, VA 23666
Phone: (757) 825-7800- Opening times:
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Southwest Virginia
408 E. Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210
Phone: (276) 676-5540- Opening times:
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Roanoke Valley
1287 Towne Square Blvd., Roanoke, VA 24012
Phone: (540) 561-7011- Opening times:
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Northern Virginia
14550 Potomac Mills Rd., Woodbridge, VA 22192
Phone: (703) 494-1501- Opening times:
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Central Virginia
1524 S. Main Street, Farmville, VA 23901
Phone: (434) 392-7294- Opening times:
- Monday to Friday - -
Tax Information
Here are the taxes withheld from lottery prizes claimed by U.S. citizens or residents within the state of Virginia:
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
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| Over $5,000 | State Tax | 4% |
| Federal Tax | 24% | |
| Total: 28% |
If the winner is not a citizen or is not a resident of the U.S., the taxes withheld by the Virginia Lottery are different:
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
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| Over $600 | State Tax | 4% |
| Federal Tax | 30% | |
| Total: 34% |
Retired Games
These Virginia Lottery games are now retired. You can still claim prizes for these games if they are within the claim date period.
| Game | Last Draw Date | Last Claim Date |
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| Cash 5 Day | Sunday, Oct 25, 2020 | Friday, Apr 23, 2021 |
About the Virginia Lottery
The Virginia State Lottery has been in operation for over 30 years and is funded entirely by game sales, rather than tax dollars.
It encourages friendly competition among Virginians and offers a variety of draw games, scratchers, and online games. In addition to giving themselves a chance at hitting the jackpot, fans of the Virginia Lottery can feel good knowing their purchase supports public education. In fact, the Virginia Lottery generates $1.6 million per day for Virginia’s public schools.
Contact Information
Phone Number: (804) 692-7777
FAQS
When should I claim my Virginia Lottery winnings?
You have 180 days from the date of the draw to collect your winnings.
Where do I claim my prize in Virginia?
Prizes $600 or less can be paid by the Virginia Lottery retailers. Prizes over $600 must be claimed at a Virginia Lottery customer service center or prize zone between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Before claiming any big lottery winnings, we recommend that you consult with a lawyer or financial advisor as they can be of great help during the claim process.
Should I sign my lottery ticket?
Yes. If your ticket is lost, damaged, or stolen and you haven’t signed it, you may not be able to claim it as your own. The Virginia Lottery is not responsible for lost or damaged tickets.
Can I purchase Virginia Lottery tickets online, by phone, or mail?
You can purchase online subscriptions for Powerball, Mega Millions, and Cash4Life. You cannot, however, purchase tickets by mail or phone.
Do I have to pay taxes on my prizes?
Yes. Lottery winnings are subject to state and federal income taxes.
Winnings over $600 will be reported to federal and state tax agencies, and winners will receive a W2-G when claiming the prize. Furthermore, the Virginia Lottery is required to withhold a percentage of certain lottery winnings for tax purposes. Visit our Tax Information section for all the details.
Who can play the Virginia Lottery?
Anyone, provided they are 18 years old or older.
What lottery games are available in Virginia?
The Virginia Lottery includes the following games: Pick 3 (Day, Night), Pick 4 (Day, Night), Bank a Million, Cash 5, Powerball, Cash4Life, and Mega Millions.
Are taxes withheld on Virginia Lottery winnings?
Yes, income tax, state tax, and federal tax are all withheld on lottery winnings. Our Tax Information section will offer you more details.
Can I keep my identity anonymous if I win a lottery prize in Virginia?
As of 2019, lottery winners in Virginia can remain anonymous when collecting their prizes as long as they are over $10 million. Prize winners who win less than $10 million and more than $600 will remain part of the public record.
Where do proceeds from ticket sales go?
Proceeds from Virginia Lottery ticket sales go toward K-12 education in the state.
Got any more questions about the Virginia Lottery? Contact us we'd love to help answer them.
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