🇳🇱 Officiële loterijen 2026

Dutch Lotteries
— Licensed in 2026

Independent, fact-based information about every Kansspelautority licensed lottery in the Netherlands. Odds, prizes, tax rules — all in one place.

✓ KSA licensed only ✓ Tax-free prizes ✓ Updated 2026

Official Lotteries in the Netherlands

All lotteries below are licensed by the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) and operate under Dutch law.

Most trusted

Staatsloterij

The oldest and most trusted lottery in the Netherlands. Monthly draws with a prize pool of €463 million annually.

  • Jackpot€7.5M – €28M
  • DrawsEvery 10th of month
  • Win chance51.6%
  • TaxTax-free 🎉
Full guide Staatsloterij →
Biggest jackpot

Eurojackpot

Pan-European lottery with jackpots reaching €120 million. Draws every Tuesday and Friday.

  • Max jackpot€120M
  • DrawsTue & Fri
  • Countries18 in Europe
  • TaxTax-free 🎉
Full guide Eurojackpot →

Postcode Loterij

Win together with your neighbours. The most social lottery in the Netherlands — and the most charitable.

  • Top prize ’26€72.5M
  • DrawsMonthly
  • Charity>50% of revenue
  • TaxTax-free 🎉
Full guide Postcode Loterij →

Lotto

Classic number-based draw every Saturday evening. Simple rules, transparent odds, from €2 per play.

  • Jackpot€1M (fixed)
  • DrawsEvery Saturday
  • Format6 from 45 + color
  • From€2 per play
Full guide Lotto →

Lucky Day

Three draws every day. Fast-paced, daily results and a top prize of €2 million for just €6.

  • Top prize€2M
  • Draws3× daily
  • Format10 from 80
  • From€6 per ticket
Full guide Lucky Day →

VriendenLoterij

Linked to your phone number. Daily cash prizes up to €1M and over €810M donated since 1998.

  • Daily top€1M cash
  • Monthly prizes>250,000
  • Charity3,500+ clubs
  • FormatPhone number
Full guide VriendenLoterij →

Quick comparison — Dutch lotteries 2026

LotteryJackpot / Top prizeDraw frequencyPrize tax
Staatsloterij€7.5M – €28MMonthly (10th)Tax-free
EurojackpotUp to €120MTue & FriTax-free
Postcode Loterij€72.5M (2026)MonthlyTax-free
Lotto€1M (fixed)Weekly (Sat)Tax-free
Lucky Day€2MDaily (3×)Tax-free
VriendenLoterij€1M dailyDailyTax-free

Since 1 January 2026, gambling tax in the Netherlands is 37.8% — but for these licensed lotteries, the operator pays it. You receive the full prize.

Lottery news 2026

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Gambling tax raised to 37.8%

As of 1 January 2026. Licensed lottery operators cover this — players receive prizes in full.

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Sports sponsorship ban active

Full ban on gambling sponsorships has been in effect since 1 July 2025.

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Online play limits remain

Deposit limits and play restrictions introduced on 1 October 2024 are still active.

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State ownership confirmed

Nederlandse Loterij remains state-owned — no privatisation plans announced.

Frequently asked questions

What is the official Dutch lottery organisation?
Nederlandse Loterij, formed in 2016 from the merger of Staatsloterij and Lotto, operates nine brands and contributes significantly to Dutch society through sports, charities, and the state.
Are lottery winnings tax-free in the Netherlands?
Yes. For all licensed Dutch lotteries, gambling tax (37.8% since 2026) is paid by the operator. You receive the full advertised prize amount — no deduction.
Can foreigners play Dutch lotteries?
Most Dutch lotteries are open to international players, though some require a Dutch address or bank account. Eurojackpot is available across 18 European countries.
How old do I need to be to participate?
You must be at least 18 years old to legally participate in any Dutch lottery.
How do I claim lottery winnings?
Smaller prizes are credited automatically to your online account. Larger prizes require identity verification and may need to be claimed in person at the lottery office.
Is it safe to play Dutch lotteries?
Yes. All lotteries on this page hold a valid licence from the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) — the Dutch Gambling Authority — guaranteeing secure, fair, and regulated gameplay.

Dutch-Lottery.nl is an independent informational platform. We compile public data from the Kansspelautoriteit, Nederlandse Loterij, and Novamedia into one clear reference guide. We do not sell lottery tickets.