The National Lottery draw takes place this Saturday, April 18, in the Draw Hall of State Lotteries and Bets. This game is one of the most popular in Spain, with a history dating back to the 19th century.
The main prizes of the National Lottery are distributed in a first prize of 600,000 per series, specifically, 60,000 euros per ticket, and various complementary prizes. Currently, the draw is within SELAE with the aim of offering safe and responsible games.
The ticket for this Saturday, April 18, 2026, is dedicated to the Young Sports Foundation of the Higher Sports Council and its 30th anniversary. Created on February 8, 1996, this foundation was born with the aim of promoting sports practice among Spanish youth and turning sport into a tool for social transformation.
All prizes
Main prizes:
– First prize: 600,000 euros per series (60,000 euros per ticket)
– Second prize: 120,000 euros per series (12,000 euros per ticket)
Secondary prizes:
– Before and after 1st Prize (10,000 euros per series, 1,000 per ticket).
– Before and after 2nd Prize (5,540 euros per series, 554 per ticket).
– Four 4-digit prizes (1,500 euros per series, 150 per ticket).
– Ten 3-digit draws (300 euros per series, 30 per ticket).
– Nine 2-digit draws (120 euros per series, 12 per ticket).
– 2 Refunds: 60 euros
To try your luck with the National Lottery you have to buy a ticket, that is, a minimum fraction of a lottery ticket. Each ticket has a specific number and must match the winning number to be able to win the prize.
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Depending on the numbers matched and the draws, the awarded amount will vary between some of the main or secondary prizes.
How can we claim a winning ticket?
If the winning ticket is less than 3,000 euros, you can claim it at any official sales point. For larger prizes, you will have to go to one of the collaborating banks. And if you bought it online, the money will be deposited directly into your account.
Schedule and where to watch
The draw takes place this Saturday at 1:00 p.m. In addition, it can be followed live through the official website of State Lotteries and Bets.
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