Thai Lottery Prize Amounts: Every Tier Explained

If you've ever held a Thai lottery ticket and wondered exactly what each category pays, you're not alone. Understanding Thai lottery prize amounts before the draw gives you a clearer picture of what you're playing for and what to do if your numbers come up. This guide walks through every prize tier, how the claiming process works, and a realistic look at your odds.

Prize Tiers at a Glance

The Thai Government Lottery Office (GLO) runs two draws every month — on the 1st and 16th — giving players 24 chances per year. Each draw pays out across nine prize categories.

Prize Category	Amount (THB)	Winners per Draw
First Prize	6,000,000	1
Adjacent to First (±1)	100,000	2
Second Prize	200,000	5
Third Prize	80,000	10
Fourth Prize	40,000	50
Fifth Prize	20,000	100
Front 3-Digit (2 sets)	4,000	~2,000
Back 3-Digit (2 sets)	4,000	~2,000
Last 2 Digits	2,000	~10,000

Source: Government Lottery Office (GLO)

A few things worth noting about the table:

Adjacent to First covers the numbers immediately above and below the first prize number. If the first prize is 123456, then 123455 and 123457 each win 100,000 THB.
Front 3-Digit and Back 3-Digit prizes are drawn separately from the main six-digit number. Two winning sets are announced for each, so roughly 2,000 tickets share each pot.
The Last 2-Digit category is the broadest, with around 10,000 winners per draw sharing 2,000 THB each.

You can check the latest results for 16 April 2026 to see a real example of how each category plays out.

How to Claim Your Prize

Claiming is straightforward, but there are a few rules to follow:

Bring your ticket and ID. Thai nationals present their national ID card; foreign winners must show their passport. The ticket must be in good condition — torn or damaged tickets may be rejected.
Tax applies. The GLO withholds 1 THB for every 200 THB won (0.5%). This is deducted before you receive your payout, so a 6,000,000 THB first prize nets you 5,970,000 THB.
Claim within two years. Prizes expire two years from the draw date. After that, unclaimed funds go to the government.
Where to claim. Prizes up to 20,000 THB can be claimed at authorised lottery vendors. Larger amounts must be claimed at a GLO regional office or the head office in Bangkok.

Keep your ticket somewhere safe the moment you buy it. A lost ticket is a lost prize — there is no way to claim without the physical stub.

Perspective on Odds

The Thai lottery operates on a fixed-ticket system rather than a random number pick. A set number of six-digit tickets are printed for each draw, which means the overall odds depend on how many tickets are in circulation relative to prize-winning numbers. While this differs from a pure random draw, the outcome is still unpredictable for any individual buyer.

With 24 draws per year, some players treat the lottery as a small recurring cost for a bit of excitement rather than a serious investment strategy. Browsing historical draw data or checking number frequency statistics can be interesting, but past results have no bearing on future draws — each round is independent.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the highest Thai lottery prize?

The top prize is 6,000,000 THB (six million baht), awarded to a single winning ticket per draw. Only one six-digit number wins this category each time.

How many prize tiers are there in the Thai lottery?

There are nine prize categories in total: First Prize, Adjacent to First, Second through Fifth prizes, Front 3-Digit, Back 3-Digit, and Last 2-Digit. Most tickets fall into the lower-value tiers, but any win is a win.

Can foreigners claim Thai lottery prizes?

Yes. Foreign nationals living in or visiting Thailand can legally purchase and claim Thai lottery tickets. You will need your passport for prizes claimed at a GLO office.

Is the prize amount the same every draw?

Yes. The GLO sets fixed prize amounts that do not change from draw to draw, regardless of ticket sales volume. The amounts listed in the table above apply to every draw.