La Primitiva dates back to 1763 under the name “Lottery by Numbers”, although after its abolition, it returned in 1985 under its current name.
The variety of prizes offered depends on the number of matching numbers. They are divided into categories and it is necessary to match three numbers until the special category includes six numbers plus the refund amount. In addition, there is the option to play Joker, which offers additional prizes with a seven-digit code.
The amounts awarded in each category are approximate, as they depend on the pool total and the number of winners present.
Primitiva game
To participate in the Primitiva draw and try your luck, you can choose single bets or multiple bets. In simple games, six numbers, from 1 to 49, must be chosen on the ticket, and this can be done physically or on the state lottery and betting website.
If you choose multiple bets, there is no maximum number of numbers that can be selected and you can also play virtually or online.
All Primitiva Award categories
- Special category: Match the six winning numbers plus the redemption number. You may exceed the award 10 million eurosdepending on the accumulated jackpot
- First category: Match the six winning numbers. The prize is usually there 1 million euros
- Second category: Match five winning numbers plus the complementary number. Almost the prize 40,000 euros
- Third category: Match five winning numbers. Prize around 1500 euros
- Fourth category: Match four winning numbers. Almost the prize 50 euros
- Fifth category: Match three winning numbers. The prize is a fixed amount 8 euros
- recovery: Guess the recovery number. The prize is generally the amount bet 1 euro
When and where to watch the draw
The La Primitiva drawing takes place on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, starting at 9:40 p.m. Once completed, you can check whether you have won the prize through the official lottery website and on the EL PAÍS website.