Frequently asked questions

This section contains answers to frequently asked questions about the Lottery, and our work to make sure it is fair and safe for players. The FAQs are split in to different categories relating to our work – click the links below to access them.

• Overseas Play

  The rules on playing National Lottery games from overseas are changing from 13 December 2010. Here are some frequently asked questions about the rules on playing from outside the UK.

• The work of the National Lottery Commission

  Answers to frequently asked questions about the work of the National Lottery Commisison.

• Lottery scams

  This page provides answers to some frequently asked questions about lottery scams.

• Making sure draws are fair

  Answers to frequently asked questions about our work to ensure that National Lottery draws are fair.

• Draw Based Games

  Answers to frequently asked questions about National Lottery draw-based games, like Lotto and Thunderball.

• Interactive Instant Win Games (IIWGs)

  Answers to frequently asked questions about Interactive Instant Win Games (IIWGs), played on the National Lottery website.

• Scratchcards

  Some frequently asked questions about National Lottery Scratchcard games.

• Interactive Service

  This page provides answers to some frequently asked questions about the interactive service on the National Lottery website.

• Licence competition

  This page provides answers to some frequently asked questions about the competition to award the National Lottery operating Licence.