2023-07-19 07:00:00
Mega Millions and Powerball are the most popular and attractive lotteries in the United States, as their respective jackpots reach hundreds of millions of dollars, and have even passed the billion barrier on several occasions.
So far, Powerball holds the record for the largest jackpot in history. In November of last year, the jackpot was $2.04 billion, with the winner being a person who bought the ticket from him in California.
Given the appeal of both draws in the United States, many will wonder if undocumented immigrants can also buy tickets, win and collect the prizes. Here the explanation.
USA Lottery: Can undocumented immigrants collect Mega Millions or Powerball prizes?
Last year, in an interview with Univision, Jorge de la Cruz, spokesman for the California Lottery, commented that you do not need to be a US citizen to participate or collect a prize, so undocumented immigrants and non-residents have the right to collect prizes.
The Powerball web portal points out that it is not necessary to be a citizen or resident of the United States to be able to play. However, it is important to take into account some factors to make this right valid, since some rules tend to vary from one state to another.
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To collect a prize it is necessary that the lottery ticket has been purchased in the United States. In addition, in the case of undocumented immigrants, it is necessary to have an identification document issued by the country of origin, such as a passport. There are also some states that require the winner to submit a tax identification number.
On the other hand, it is important to mention that the taxes on the prize are higher for non-citizens, who must pay between 30% and 40%, in addition to state taxes. Meanwhile, US citizens pay 25 to 30 percent.
If you’re buying a Mega Million or Powerball lottery ticket, it’s important to check the rules for collecting prizes in your state.
When do Powerball and Mega Millions draws take place?
Powerball drawings are held three times a week, every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59pm ET/9:59pm CT/7:59pm PT. Powerball can be played in 45 states across the country, excluding Alabama, Nevada, Utah, Hawaii, and Alaska. It can also be played in Washington DC, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. The cost of the ticket is $2.
On the other hand, Mega Millions can be played in almost every entity in the United States, with the exception of Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah. It can also be played in the District of Columbia and the Virgin Islands. These drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 pm ET. The cost of the ticket is $2.
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