The Thai Lotto is a national lottery held twice each month. Thais spend over 19 billion baht annually on tickets – it is the only legal form of gambling in Thailand! Televised and widely advertised, this lottery draws many tourists every time it runs; but remember, playing responsibly won’t get you rich fast.
Thai Lotto requires that players present either their passport or ID card to claim their prize money and will be directly deposited into their bank accounts within two weeks. You may also go directly to a government lottery office, where your winnings will be presented for collection with 1 Baht in taxes due for every 200 Baht won.
Each ticket features not only its six-digit number, but also a unique silk thread pattern and two-tone watermark of a mythical bird called a Wayupak. Furthermore, its paper is coated with chemicals so a drop of bleach won’t leave any visible stains; thus ensuring the winner receives their prize money without counterfeiting issues.
People generally know that Thai lotto is fixed, yet few understand its inner workings. One alleged scam involves selling tickets through fake websites using fraudulent software to generate numbers and transfer the profits overseas accounts. While authorities have attempted to crackdown on such activities through laws enforcement measures such as blocking these websites, the best way to protect yourself from being duped by fraudulent lotteries would be playing only at official sites.
GLO, the Thai Lotto Operator, runs one of the world’s largest lotteries with around 40% market share in 2011. Thai people take it seriously as part of Thai culture; others use it simply for entertainment or relaxation purposes.
Online purchasing of Thai Lotto tickets has become increasingly popular due to its higher payout rate and more convenient purchasing of numbers. Some websites even provide discounts when customers buy multiple tickets simultaneously. No matter which form of gaming you prefer, it is always advisable to review the rules and regulations prior to buying tickets. Furthermore, contacting customer service can assist with solving problems or provide any assistance that might be required. Avoid buying tickets from untrustworthy sources as these may not offer genuine tickets and superstitious stories could influence you into purchasing tickets that have low winning chances.