How old do you have to be to play the lottery in Michigan?

You must be 18 or older to buy a Michigan lottery ticket.

How long do you have to claim a lottery prize in Michigan?

365 days, per the lottery's published rules.

Michigan taxes lottery prizes at 4.25%. Federal withholding of 24% also applies above $5,000.

Michigan Lottery sells online instants and draw games through its iLottery.

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By Daniel Whitfield, EditorFacts verified November 3, 2026

Age. You must be 18 or older to buy a ticket or claim a prize.
Claim window. Draw-game prizes must be claimed within 365 days of the drawing. Miss it and the prize goes to the state's unclaimed-prize fund.
Taxes. The state withholds or taxes lottery prizes at 4.25%, on top of 24% federal withholding above $5,000. Your final bill depends on your return.
Online. Michigan Lottery sells online instants and draw games through its iLottery.
Where the money goes. School Aid Fund.

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How old do you have to be to play the lottery in Michigan?: You must be 18 or older to buy a Michigan lottery ticket.
How long do you have to claim a lottery prize in Michigan?: 365 days, per the lottery's published rules.
Does Michigan tax lottery winnings?: Michigan taxes lottery prizes at 4.25%. Federal withholding of 24% also applies above $5,000.
Can you buy lottery tickets online in Michigan?: Michigan Lottery sells online instants and draw games through its iLottery.

Facts last verified November 3, 2026

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