France Lottery: Official Games, Rules and Results
The French national lottery is operated under an exclusive state concession by La Française des Jeux (FDJ) and rigorously regulated by the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ).
- Primary draw games: EuroMillions, Loto, and Keno.
- Integrity: All draws are supervised by independent justice officials.
- Cross-border access: Non-residents must follow specific international participation guidelines.
French Lottery Core Structure
A factual guide to draw mechanics, official results, and tax treatment for non-resident participants.
EuroMillions in France
All physical and verified digital tickets issued in France automatically include an entry into the exclusive My Million raffle, guaranteeing a €1M winner every draw.
Draw schedules & verificationHow French Loto Operates
The longstanding national flagship. Jackpots increment sequentially when unclaimed, accompanied by ten guaranteed €20,000 raffle codes on each draw.
Rule sheet & tier distributionsTax Framework on Winnings
Under French legislation, gambling payouts are exempt from domestic income tax. However, international participants remain subject to their local home tax jurisdiction.
Non-resident tax guideOfficial Game Specifications
All licensed lottery events in France are hosted by La Française des Jeux (FDJ) under ANJ regulatory oversight:
EuroMillions France
Transnational draw
Top Jackpot- Co-ordinated across nine European nations
- Mandatory inclusion of the My Million raffle
- Draw events conducted in Paris (Tue & Fri)
Loto France
National draw format
National Flagship- Selection structure: 5 numbers + 1 Chance
- Draw frequency: Mon, Wed, Sat
- Regulated baseline starting jackpot of €2,000,000
Keno FDJ
FDJ catalog
Fixed Odds- Keno Gagnant à Vie: Fixed prize schedules
- Independent RNG and draw compliance
- Detailed probability profiles available
Frequently Asked Questions
Essential factual information regarding French lottery operations.
Who holds the license to operate lotteries in France?
Lottery operations in France are conducted exclusively by La Française des Jeux (FDJ) under a concession framework overseen by the national regulatory authority, the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ).
What is the draw procedure for French Loto?
The game requires picking 5 numbers from a range of 1 to 49, plus 1 Chance number between 1 and 10. Official draws are held on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday evenings under legal observation in Boulogne-Billancourt.
Are lottery payouts subject to taxation in France?
Prizes distributed by FDJ are not subject to domestic withholding tax in France. International participants must verify how foreign gambling receipts are classified under their local jurisdiction’s tax code.