Can you buy Christmas Lottery tickets online?
Quick answer: You can buy the Spanish Christmas Lottery online from the official Loterías y Apuestas del Estado website or from an official lottery office that sells online, such as Serviloto (Lottery Office no. 40 in Málaga). Choose your number, pay by a secure method and keep your receipt: a tenth costs €20 and the draw is on 22 December 2026.
By the Serviloto team, Lottery Office no. 40 in Málaga (Spain).
Yes. SELAE (the Spanish State Lottery and Betting Company) allows Christmas Lottery tickets to be purchased through its official website, and authorized lottery retailers also offer remote sales with full guarantees. Buying online is a convenient option for players who cannot visit a physical retailer or who want to secure a specific number ahead of time.
How to identify an official sales channel
Before entering your payment details, it is worth checking that the seller meets a few minimum guarantees:
- It is an authorized lottery retailer, with its retailer number clearly visible.
- The website shows real contact details and a verifiable license or retailer number.
- The connection is secure (https) and payment is processed through a recognized gateway.
- It provides an immediate, clearly identified purchase receipt.
Be wary of sites promising unusual discounts on Christmas Lottery tickets, guaranteeing prizes, or that provide no contact information at all.
Steps to buy your ticket online
The usual buying process through an official channel includes these steps:
- Choose the number or numbers and the amount to play.
- Carefully review the receipt before confirming payment.
- Complete payment through a secure method.
- Save the purchase receipt as soon as it is generated.
What to do with your purchase receipt
The receipt, whether digital or printed, is the only document that proves your participation in the draw and allows you to claim a prize if you win. Keep it somewhere safe and note the retailer number and draw it corresponds to, as this may be needed to process any payout.
Conclusion
Buying Christmas Lottery tickets online is safe as long as it is done through official, recognized channels. Verifying the seller's authorization and keeping the receipt are the two essential steps to enjoy the excitement of the draw with complete peace of mind.
Frequently asked questions
Where can you buy the Christmas Lottery online officially?
On the Loterías y Apuestas del Estado website and from official lottery offices that sell online, such as Serviloto, Lottery Office no. 40 in Málaga.
How much is a Christmas Lottery tenth bought online?
A tenth costs €20, the same as at a physical lottery office.
Will the ticket be posted to me if I buy online?
It depends on the lottery office. In many cases the ticket is kept by the office and you receive a receipt proving your entry, so it cannot be lost or damaged.
How do I claim a Christmas prize if I bought online?
Depending on the amount and the office, the prize may be paid into your account or handled through a bank. Prizes over €40,000 carry a 20% withholding on the excess.
Until when can you buy the Christmas Lottery online?
Usually until the day before the draw, 21 December, while numbers remain available.
