Minnesota Lottery

How Can I Claim a Prize?

Prizes up to and including $50,000 can be claimed by mail or at any of our regional offices. We recommend keeping a copy of the front and back of your ticket for your records and that you use registered mail. For additional information, Click here for a list of scratch game end dates.

Claim a Prize by Mail

Prizes up to and including $50,000 can be claimed by mail. We recommend keeping a copy of the front and back of your ticket for your records and that you use registered mail when mailing in a claim.

Winners of $600 or more must also complete a claim form.

Mail to:

Minnesota State Lottery
P.O. Box 131000
Roseville, MN 55113

CLAIM FORM

Due to our construction project at the Roseville office, the validation window will be in our west lobby entrance beginning November 18. Look for new visitor parking spots and directional signage upon arrival. Thank you for your understanding.

Prizes $600–$50,000

Prizes $600 - $50,000 can be claimed at any lottery office. Our offices are located in Roseville, Virginia, Detroit Lakes, and Owatonna.

Our Roseville office is open Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. No appointment necessary in Roseville. The Virginia, Detroit Lakes, and Owatonna offices are open Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–noon and 1 p.m.–4 p.m. Hours may vary. We recommend you call ahead for an appointment at our regional offices.

Winners of $600 or more must also complete a claim form.

Lottery Offices

Prizes over $50,000

Prizes above $50,000 can only be claimed at the Minnesota Lottery’s headquarters in Roseville. The Roseville office is open Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Hours may vary. Appointments are recommended when claiming prizes above $50,000.

Call any office or 888-568-8379 or 651-635-8273 to make an appointment, to discuss the prize claim process, or to learn more about prize claim options.

Learn More

Buying Tickets

There are no ticket sales at lottery offices, please visit one of our 3,000+ licensed lottery retailers to purchase tickets.

Winner Anonymity in Minnesota

The names and cities of lottery prize winners above $10,000 are automatically considered private data unless a winner chooses to opt in to publicity. “Private data” means that this information is known to the lottery but can’t be released to the public. The names and cities of lottery prize winners of $10,000 or less are still public data.

Taxes/Withholding

For residents and resident aliens, 31.25 percent in federal and state withholding taxes is deducted for every Lottery prize over $5,000.

Current federal tax law requires the Lottery to withhold 24 percent in federal income taxes, and current Minnesota state law requires the Lottery to withhold 7.25 percent in Minnesota state income taxes.

For non-resident aliens, current tax laws require that the Lottery withhold 30 percent in federal income taxes on all Lottery prizes and 7.25 percent in Minnesota state income taxes on Lottery prizes over $5,000.

Depending on your other income and deductions, amounts withheld by the Lottery on your winnings may or may not be sufficient to meet your total tax obligation.

It may be in your best interest to consult with a professional tax adviser to determine your tax situation to avoid any surprises at the end of the year.

Debts Owed to the State of Minnesota

Under the Minnesota Revenue Recapture Act, Minn. Stat. § 349A.08, subd. 8, Lottery prize winners of $600 or more are subject to a review by the Minnesota Department of Revenue for money owed to the state. Debts are subtracted from prize amounts.

CLAIM A PRIZE

Need to cash in? We’ve got you covered.