At a glance
- EuroMillions began in the early 2000s (first draw in 2004).
- It is a multi-country game (same draw, shared jackpot, different operators).
- For exact rules where you play, use your operator (in the UK: the National Lottery).
1) The launch (2004)
EuroMillions is a European game launched in 2004, with a first draw in February 2004 (see detailed timeline):
2) The multi-country idea (what it really means)
The idea is simple:
- one shared draw
- one shared jackpot
- players across several countries
That is why jackpots can grow very large (large player base plus rollovers).
3) “Official” rules in the UK
If you play through the National Lottery, one rule of thumb:
Source of truth
The terms that apply to your ticket are those of the operator you used. In the UK: the National Lottery.
Useful reference:
4) What Fetix adds (product, not history)
Fetix is not a historical archive site; it is useful for:
- results: EuroMillions draws
- tiers and prizes: EuroMillions prizes by tier
- stats without nonsense: Statistics
FAQ
Do all countries have exactly the same rules?
The draw is shared, but local details (channels, add-on games, claim process) depend on the operator. If you play in the UK, read National Lottery guidance.
Has EuroMillions always had the same number of participating countries?
No, the number of participating countries has changed since 2004; see Wikipedia for the detail of successive countries joining.
Why can the EuroMillions jackpot exceed that of the French Loto?
Because the player base is spread across several countries, feeding a larger shared jackpot, and because the number of possible combinations is greater (a rarer jackpot, so longer rollover chains).
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Disclaimer
EuroMillions is a game of chance. Fetix does not sell tickets and does not promise any win. Official rules are those of your national operator.