Washington (WA) Lottery Results

Commonly Asked Questions by Washington Lottery Players

At Lotto Edge, we frequently talk to lottery players and are always researching commonly ask questions around the web. We compiled a list of the frequently asked questions that Washington Lottery players are asking.

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• When does the Washington Lottery post draw results?

  The WA Lottery posts winning results immediately after each drawing. Our lottery results, while unofficial, are posted soon after each drawing as well.

• Can I play the Washington Lottery online?

  Unfortunately, the WA Lottery doesn’t currently offer the ability to purchase lottery tickets online.

• Can I use a debit or credit card to buy WA Lottery tickets?

  Currently lottery vending machines only accept cash; however, individual lottery retailers have the option whether to accept debit or credit cards when tickets are purchased at the counter.

• How long do I have to claim a winning prize?

  Scratch Off prizes can be collected up to 180 days from the official end of the game. Draw game prizes can be collected up to 180 after the drawing date.

• How old do I have to be to play the lottery in the state of Washington?

  If you’re 18 or older, you can play the WA Lottery!

• Where can I buy Washington Lottery tickets?

  There are over 3,600 retailers selling lottery tickets across Washington.

• How can I claim a winning lottery ticket?

  Prize claims up to and including $600 can be claimed at a lottery retailer or by mail.

  Prizes over $600 can be claimed at lottery offices or by mail.

• Can WA Lottery winners remain anonymous?

  Lottery prizes may be claimed in the name of a legally formed entity, such as a trust. However, as the lottery is a public agency, it is subject to the Public Records Act. In the event of a public records request, the forming documents of the legal entity may be released, thereby revealing the names of the winners.

• Does the WA Lottery have an App?

  Yes. The Washington lottery app includes ticket scanner to check both scratch and draw tickets, find the latest jackpot amounts, customize notification from the lottery and enter eligible non-winning scratch and draw tickets to earn Points for Prizes.

• What are the 3 digit codes on scratch off tickets?

  These 3 digit codes are also known as validation codes. The 3 digit codes were used by retailers for sight validations prior to computers doing the validation. You can read more about the secret Washington Lottery Codes on our blog.

• Where can I see a list of Washington Lottery winners?

  The WA Lottery posts recent winners in all games including scratch off and draw games. You can find the latest list of winners at the official WA Lottery website. In the footer, you will find a link to the recent Winners list, labeled Winners.

• Where can I find lottery ball drawing predictions?

  Anyone or any website offering to sell you drawing game predictions should be viewed with skepticism. Drawing games are random ball drawings where the previous draws have no impact on future drawings.

• Where can I find past WA Lottery drawing results?

  WA Lottery numbers from past drawing are available from walottery.com. Click on the Jackpot Games in the main menu then select the game you are interested (e.g. Powerball). There you will find a button labeled “Past Drawings”.

• Are there any scratch off lottery strategies that can help me?

  Check out our best Washington Lottery scratch off rankings and find a ranking that fits your playing style. All our rankings provide you a daily updated list of the best scratch off games to play.