EuroMillions is a well-known lottery game in the UK, but some parts of the ticket can seem unclear at first glance. Alongside the main numbers, there is a separate section for “Lucky Stars”, which often raises questions.
If you have wondered what Lucky Stars are and how they affect prize outcomes, this guide explains without any complicated jargon. If you want to see how Lucky Stars fit into the draw and how they influence each prize tier, read on to learn more.
What Are Lucky Stars in EuroMillions?
On a EuroMillions ticket, you select two sets of numbers. You choose five main numbers from 1 to 50 and two Lucky Stars from a separate pool of 1 to 12.
The main numbers and Lucky Stars are drawn from two different machines. Because they are separate, the Lucky Stars have their own role in deciding prize tiers. Some tiers are based on matching one or both Lucky Stars together with main numbers.
Each ticket has five main picks and two Lucky Stars. Both sets of numbers are needed for higher prize tiers.
If you do decide to try your hand at the EuroMillions, remember to do so responsibly and within your means; never wager more than you can afford to lose.
How Do Lucky Stars Affect Your Chances of Winning?
Lucky Stars are built into the odds of each prize tier. To win the jackpot, a ticket must match all five main numbers and both Lucky Stars. The odds of this outcome are 1 in 139,838,160.
Other prize tiers combine main numbers with either one or two Lucky Stars. For example, matching five main numbers and one Lucky Star places a ticket in the second tier. Lower tiers include outcomes such as three main numbers with one Lucky Star or two main numbers with two Lucky Stars.
The overall chance of winning a prize in EuroMillions is about 1 in 13.
How Many Lucky Stars Do You Need to Match?
Each entry includes two Lucky Stars. The draw also selects two from the pool of 1 to 12. Prizes are then based on how many of your main numbers and Lucky Stars match.
At the top tier, both Lucky Stars are required together with all five main numbers. There are also tiers where one Lucky Star is enough when combined with several main numbers. Even at lower tiers, one Lucky Star plus a smaller set of main numbers can still qualify for a prize.
Lucky Stars Prize Tiers Explained
EuroMillions has 13 prize tiers. Lucky Stars are part of many of them. Below, we’ll cover all the prize tiers that involve Lucky Stars.
- 5 Main Numbers + 2 Lucky Stars → Jackpot
- 5 Main Numbers + 1 Lucky Star → £130,554.30
- 4 Main Numbers + 2 Lucky Stars → £844.70
- 4 Main Numbers + 1 Lucky Star → £77.80
- 3 Main Numbers + 2 Lucky Stars → £37.30
- 2 Main Numbers + 2 Lucky Stars → £9.10
- 3 Main Numbers + 1 Lucky Star → £7.30
- 1 Main Number + 2 Lucky Stars → £4.30
- 2 Main Numbers + 1 Lucky Star → £3.60
Exact prize amounts vary with each draw, depending on ticket sales and the number of winners in each tier. In the UK, every EuroMillions entry is also entered into the Millionaire Maker game, which guarantees at least one UK player wins £1 million in every draw.
Why Are Lucky Stars Separate from Main Numbers?
Lucky Stars are drawn from a separate pool to increase the number of possible combinations without making the ticket complicated. The main numbers range from 1 to 50, while Lucky Stars range from 1 to 12.
This design keeps the jackpot rare, allows clear odds for each tier, and spreads prizes across more levels. The two pools are drawn separately and then combined to decide where each ticket fits in the prize table.
Knowing how Lucky Stars work could make it easier to read the prize breakdown. Always keep responsible gambling practises in mind.
**The information provided in this blog is intended for educational purposes and should not be construed as betting advice or a guarantee of success. Always gamble responsibly.
*All values (Bet Levels, Maximum Wins etc.) mentioned in relation to these games are subject to change at any time. Game features mentioned may not be available in some jurisdictions.