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Mega-Sena: A Step-by-Step Guide to Playing Brazil’s Biggest lottery
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São Paulo – The Mega-Sena, Brazil’s most popular lottery, offers life-changing jackpots and a straightforward process for participation. With draws held twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, the Mega-Sena consistently attracts millions of players hoping to match the six winning numbers. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to play, from selecting numbers to claiming your prize.
The Mega-Sena is operated by Caixa Econômica Federal, a state-owned bank. The lottery’s history dates back to 1996, and it has become a cultural phenomenon in Brazil, with prize pools often reaching hundreds of millions of reais.
How to Play the Mega-Sena
Participating in the Mega-sena is simple. Players must choose between six and fifteen numbers from a pool of 60. The more numbers selected, the higher the cost of the bet, but also the greater the chance of winning.
Types of Bets
- simple Bet (Aposta Simples): Selecting six numbers. This is the most common and affordable option.
- Bolão (Pool): A group bet where multiple players contribute to a single ticket,increasing the chances of winning but requiring prize sharing. Bolões can be organized with friends, family, or at authorized lottery retailers.
- Surpresinha (Quick Pick): The system randomly selects the numbers for you.
- Teimosinha (Persistent Play): Allows you to play the same numbers for multiple consecutive draws.
Cost of a Bet
The cost of a bet varies depending on the number of selections:
- 6 numbers: R$ 5.00
- 7 numbers: R$ 15.00
- 8 numbers: R$ 35.00
- 9 numbers: R$ 70.00
- 10 numbers: R$ 120.00
- 11 numbers: R$ 230.00
- 12 numbers: R$ 360.00
- 13 numbers: R$ 570.00
- 14 numbers: R$ 840.00
- 15 numbers: R$ 1.260,00
Where to Place your Bet
Mega-Sena bets can be placed at any Caixa Econômica Federal branch, authorized lottery retailers (casas lotéricas), or online through the Caixa website or mobile submission. Online betting requires registration and a valid form of identification.
