France: Lottery Winner Has Days to Claim 13 Million Euro Jackpot

A significant lottery prize of 13 million euros remains unclaimed in France's Orne region, with the winner facing a rapidly approaching deadline to claim their winnings. FDJ United, the national lottery operator, has launched an urgent appeal for the player to come forward.

The winning ticket was purchased for a Super Loto draw held on April 24, 2026, as part of the Loto's 50th-anniversary celebration. The deadline for claiming the prize is June 22, 2026, exactly 60 days after the draw, leaving the winner with only a few days to make contact.

FDJ United is urging anyone who purchased a ticket in the Orne region for that specific draw to check their numbers: 2, 12, 16, 20, 26, with the lucky number 2. The winner is invited to call a dedicated number, 01 41 10 79 81, to initiate the claim process.

It is considered exceptional for such large jackpots to go unclaimed. According to FDJ United, if the winner does not come forward by the deadline, the 13 million euros will be redistributed to players through promotional offers or special jackpots. Prizes from lower tiers that are not claimed, along with those from scratch games, are returned to the state.