Lottery Real Dominican Republic (2024)

FAQs

Does the Dominican Republic have a lottery? ›

The Loteria Electronica Internacional Dominicana (LEIDSA) manages and operates the lottery of the Dominican Republic.

Quezada validated his winning ticket on Monday at Eagle Liquor in New Jersey. Pedro Quezada, an immigrant from the Dominican Republic, won the $338 million lottery.

Yes. You don't need to be a California resident or U.S. citizen to play and win any Lottery Scratchers^® or draw game, but California Lottery games can only be purchased from a Lottery retailer in California. How can I claim my Lottery prize? Collect your prize of up to $599 at any participating Lottery retail location.

Travel is more expensive here because the Dominican Republic still does not have a modern “Open Skies” aviation agreement with the United States. This means fewer choices for travelers and limits on competition among the airlines cost you more every time you buy an airline ticket.

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Rodrigo Merino celebrates after winning a prize in Spain's traditional Christmas lottery "El Gordo" outside the lottery store where he bought his ticket in Madrid on Dec. 22, 2023.

The Casinos also provide drinks and of course there is always music, just like everywhere else on the island. There are Casinos in all locations with major numbers of tourists—Santo Domingo, Santiago, Puerta Plata, and Punta Cana.

In any case, ensure your notes are in good condition and not scribbled on as most shops won't accept them. You can also play in U.S.$ at casinos and win in dollars. Play and win in pesos, and you'll often find it hard to change them to dollars.

You will find ATMs almost everywhere, except of course in remote rural areas (be sure to withdraw cash before embarking on a trip into the countryside). However, depending on the bank responsible for the ATM, the amount you can withdraw may be very limited.

Which country has the best lottery odds? ›

The French Lotto offers the best odds of winning any prize at 6/1, so for regular players these odds are attractive. The prizes below the top two tiers are relatively small sums so it is best not to get too excited by the generous odds.