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

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

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

180 days, per the lottery's published rules.

North Dakota taxes lottery prizes at 2.5%. Federal withholding of 24% also applies above $5,000.

Official online sales through lottery.nd.gov and the online lobby; players must be 18 or older. No in-state draw game.

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By Daniel Whitfield, EditorFacts verified November 2, 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 180 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 2.5%, on top of 24% federal withholding above $5,000. Your final bill depends on your return.
Online. Official online sales through lottery.nd.gov and the online lobby; players must be 18 or older. No in-state draw game.

Powerball · Mega Millions · Millionaire for Life · Lotto America · 2by2

North Dakota's lottery sells multi-state games online to adults; it runs no in-state draw game of its own.

Best for: North Dakota adults (18+) who want Powerball, Mega Millions, Lotto America or 2by2 with official online sales.

How old do you have to be to play the lottery in North Dakota?: You must be 18 or older to buy a North Dakota lottery ticket.
How long do you have to claim a lottery prize in North Dakota?: 180 days, per the lottery's published rules.
Does North Dakota tax lottery winnings?: North Dakota taxes lottery prizes at 2.5%. Federal withholding of 24% also applies above $5,000.
Can you buy lottery tickets online in North Dakota?: Official online sales through lottery.nd.gov and the online lobby; players must be 18 or older. No in-state draw game.

Facts last verified November 2, 2026

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Problem gambling help in North Dakota: state resources or call 1‑800‑GAMBLER.