The Latest Results of Colombia's National Lottery
What Is the National Lottery?
The National Lottery of Colombia is a government-sponsored lottery that takes place every week. It is one of the oldest lotteries in Latin America, having been in operation since 1841. The lottery is available to all Colombian citizens and is an important source of government revenue. This lottery is different from other lotteries in that it has no fixed prizes and instead provides players with a chance to win a random prize with each draw.
How It Works
The National Lottery of Colombia is based on the numbers drawn from a pool of numbers from 1 to 99. Players select their numbers and purchase tickets for the draw. The lottery then randomly selects six numbers, and if any of the player’s numbers match the numbers drawn, the player wins. The amount of the prize depends on the number of matching numbers and the amount of the ticket purchased.
Types of Lottery Games
The National Lottery of Colombia offers a variety of games to choose from. Some of the most popular lottery games include:
- Loteria Primitiva: This game requires players to choose six numbers from a pool of numbers from 1 to 99. Players can win a jackpot of up to $50 million.
- Loteria Nacional: This game requires players to choose seven numbers from a pool of numbers from 1 to 99. Players can win a jackpot of up to $100 million.
- Loteria del Valle: This game requires players to choose five numbers from a pool of numbers from 1 to 45. Players can win a jackpot of up to $20 million.
- Loteria de la Cruz Roja: This game requires players to choose six numbers from a pool of numbers from 1 to 36. Players can win a jackpot of up to $10 million.
How To Buy Lottery Tickets
Lottery tickets can be purchased from most convenience stores, gas stations, and supermarkets throughout Colombia. The lottery also has an online platform where players can purchase tickets online. Tickets can also be purchased from authorized agents located in various parts of the country.
Latest Lottery Results
The National Lottery of Colombia publishes the latest lottery results for each of its games on its website. The results are updated on a weekly basis and can be viewed by clicking on the ‘Results’ link at the top of the page.
Claiming Prizes
Players who have won a prize on the National Lottery of Colombia must claim their prize within four weeks of the draw. Prizes can be claimed through the lottery’s website or at one of its authorized agents. If the prize is more than $1,000, winners must present their identification to claim the prize.
Taxes on Lottery Winnings
All lottery winnings in Colombia are subject to taxes. In general, prizes over $1,000 are subject to a 5% withholding tax. Any prizes over $50,000 are also subject to an additional 10% tax. All prizes are also subject to income tax, which varies depending on the amount of the prize.