EuroMillions Millionaire Maker Explained: Prizes, Codes & How It Works

Dreaming of seeing a £1,000,000 prize land on your ticket? The EuroMillions Millionaire Maker is a UK‑only raffle that runs alongside the main EuroMillions draw and creates guaranteed millionaires by selecting winning codes from UK entries.

If you have ever spotted an extra code on your ticket and wondered what it does, or you have heard about special event draws with lots of winners, this guide clears it all up. It explains how the codes work, where to find yours, the odds, and how to claim if you win.

By the end, you will know exactly what to look for on your ticket and what happens next if your code is selected.

What Is The EuroMillions Millionaire Maker?

Millionaire Maker is a UK raffle attached to every EuroMillions draw. Instead of matching balls, it uses unique codes. Each valid UK EuroMillions entry is automatically given a Millionaire Maker code. After sales close, at least one of those codes is drawn and the matching ticket wins £1,000,000. There are also event draws during the year where several codes are drawn, which means multiple £1,000,000 prizes on the same night.

The raffle is separate from the main EuroMillions game. Your numbers for the main game and your Millionaire Maker code are independent, so winning one does not affect the other.

So where do you find this code, and what should it look like on your ticket?

Millionaire Maker Code Format And Where It Appears

A Millionaire Maker code follows a simple format: four letters followed by five numbers, for example ABCD12345. It is unique within that draw, which is how the raffle can match a single ticket to each prize.

On a paper ticket, the code appears near the EuroMillions numbers, usually under a label such as Millionaire Maker. On the app or online, it is shown on your ticket confirmation and in your account against the specific draw date. If you buy multiple lines for the same draw, you will see one code per line.

Now that you know what to look for, the next question is how to make sure your ticket is included.

How Do I Enter The Millionaire Maker?

There is nothing extra to do. When you buy a valid EuroMillions line in the UK, a Millionaire Maker code is generated and entered into the raffle for that same draw. You cannot choose the code yourself, and the code is different for each line and each draw date.

If you buy entries in advance or through a subscription, every line for each draw has its own code. Keep the ticket or email confirmation safe so you can check it later. Only play if it fits your budget.

With entry taken care of, here is what that code can win.

Millionaire Maker Prize Breakdown

The prize is straightforward. If your code matches a drawn Millionaire Maker code for that draw date, you win £1,000,000. There are no partial matches and there are no lower tiers. Either the code matches exactly, or it does not.

Sometimes special event draws guarantee several winners, for example 10 or more prizes of £1,000,000 on the same night. Each draw will set out how many winning codes will be selected. The claim period is typically 180 days from the draw date, after which unclaimed prizes are applied to National Lottery projects.

Knowing the prize, most players then want to understand the odds.

What Are The Odds Of Winning The Millionaire Maker?

The odds depend on how many valid UK entries there are for that draw and how many winning codes are drawn. Each line has one unique code, so the chance per line is:

• Number of winning codes divided by number of codes issued.

For example, if 3,000,000 UK lines are sold and one Millionaire Maker code is drawn, each line has a 1 in 3,000,000 chance. If an event draw selects 20 codes and there are 6,000,000 UK lines, the chance per line would be 20 in 6,000,000, which simplifies to 1 in 300,000. Actual sales vary by draw, so the real‑world odds change from one draw to the next.

What if more than one person wins on the same night?

What Happens If There Are Multiple Millionaire Maker Winners?

Each winning code corresponds to one £1,000,000 prize. When a draw selects multiple codes, there are multiple separate £1,000,000 winners. There is no sharing or splitting, because every code is unique. On rare occasions, a player who bought several lines could hold more than one winning code, in which case they would receive a prize for each code.

Next up, here is how to check your ticket properly so you do not miss a win.

How Do I Check If My Millionaire Maker Code Has Won?

Start by matching the entire code on your ticket to the code or codes listed for that draw date. The letters and the numbers must all match in the same order. Make sure the date on your ticket is the same as the draw you are checking.

You can check in several ways. Online results pages publish the winning code shortly after each draw and the official app lets you scan a paper ticket to confirm. If you played online or in the app, your account will show your ticket’s status and you may receive an email notification. Retailers can also scan paper tickets and tell you whether the code has won.

If your code matches, the claim process depends on how and where you bought the ticket.

How Do I Claim A Millionaire Maker Prize?

Millionaire Maker wins of £1,000,000 are paid by bank transfer after the ticket and identity checks are completed. The process is different for retail tickets and online entries, but both are designed to be secure and straightforward.

Ticket Bought In A Shop

Keep the ticket safe and sign the back. Contact The National Lottery as soon as possible to start the claim. For high‑tier prizes, retailers do not pay out directly. Instead, the prize claims team will arrange validation and payment, which can include an appointment if required. Claims must be made within the stated claim period for the draw.

Ticket Bought Online Or Via The App

If you win with an online or in‑app entry, you will usually see a message in your account and may receive an email. Large prizes are not paid automatically into your account balance. The National Lottery will guide you through verification and payment, and the funds are then transferred to your bank once checks are complete.

Once a claim is underway, many players ask about tax.

Are Millionaire Maker Winnings Taxable In The UK?

No, lottery prizes in the UK are not subject to income tax. The full £1,000,000 is paid to you. However, returns you might earn afterwards, such as interest on savings or income from investments, can be taxable under normal UK tax rules. Large windfalls can also affect means‑tested benefits, so professional advice can be helpful if you are unsure.

With the essentials covered, it is worth avoiding a few easy pitfalls.

Common Mistakes With Millionaire Maker Codes

It is easy to miss a win or misread a ticket when you are in a rush. These simple checks help keep things clear:

• Mixing up draw dates. The code must match the winning code for the exact draw date printed on your ticket.
• Reading the wrong code line. One code is issued per line. If you bought multiple lines, each has its own code.
• Confusing the main numbers with the raffle. Millionaire Maker uses a code such as ABCD12345 and does not relate to the EuroMillions balls.
• Checking only part of the code. All nine characters must match in the same order, letters and numbers.
• Ignoring account messages or emails. Online winners are notified in their account. Make sure your contact details are up to date.
• Waiting too long to claim. Prizes must be claimed within the published deadline. If a paper ticket has won, sign it and keep it somewhere safe.

Follow the steps above, keep an eye on the draw date, and you will have everything you need to check your code with confidence and claim on time.

_{**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.}