El Gordo de la Primitiva is a Spanish lottery drawn every Sunday. Choose five numbers and one key number for €1.50 per bet, and check the current jackpot below.
El Gordo de la Primitiva is a weekly Spanish lottery where players choose five numbers from 1 to 54 and one key number from 0 to 9. Each combination costs €1.50, and the draw takes place every Sunday at approximately 21:40 Spanish peninsular time.
Operated by Spain’s state lottery organisation, SELAE, El Gordo de la Primitiva offers a rolling jackpot and several smaller prize categories. Despite its name, it is completely different from the famous El Gordo Christmas Lottery.
In this guide, we explain the rules, ticket prices, winning odds, prize categories and how to check the official results.
The latest estimated El Gordo de la Primitiva jackpot for the upcoming Sunday draw. The amount can change between draws.
Jackpot InformationDraws take place every Sunday at approximately 21:40 Spanish peninsular time. The jackpot rolls over when there is no first-category winner.
Check Official Jackpot →The estimated amount is displayed through the El Gordo jackpot shortcode. Official SELAE information takes precedence. 18+ · Play responsibly.
El Gordo de la Primitiva at a Glance
| Official name | El Gordo de la Primitiva |
| Operator | SELAE (Loterías y Apuestas del Estado) |
| Draw day | Every Sunday |
| Draw time | Approximately 21:40 Spanish peninsular time (CET/CEST) |
| Ticket price | €1.50 per combination |
| Main numbers | Choose 5 numbers from 1 to 54 |
| Key number | Choose 1 number from 0 to 9 |
| Jackpot odds | 1 in 31,625,100 |
| Prize categories | 8 main categories + reintegro |
| Prize allocation | 55% of ticket sales allocated to prizes |
Important: The jackpot changes depending on the number of winners and previous draws. For the current amount, always check the official SELAE El Gordo de la Primitiva page .
How to Play El Gordo de la Primitiva
Playing El Gordo de la Primitiva is straightforward. You choose five main numbers and an additional key number. Both selections are needed to win the highest prize.
- Choose five numbers. Select five different numbers between 1 and 54.
- Select a key number. Choose one additional number between 0 and 9. This is called the número clave.
- Choose your bet. A standard combination costs €1.50. You can select your numbers manually or use an automatic random selection.
- Enter the Sunday draw. El Gordo de la Primitiva is drawn once a week. Check the official ticket sales deadline before participating.
- Check your results. Compare your five main numbers and key number with the official winning combination published by SELAE.
What Is the Key Number?
The key number is a separate number between 0 and 9. Unlike the additional number in some Spanish lotto games, you can choose this number yourself.
For example, imagine you select the following combination:
Main numbers: 07 – 18 – 24 – 39 – 52
Key number: 4
This is only an example, not a prediction or an actual draw result. If all five main numbers and the key number match, your bet qualifies for the first prize category.
Matching the key number alone qualifies for a reintegro, which refunds the corresponding €1.50 stake.
Can You Play Multiple Combinations?
Yes. El Gordo de la Primitiva allows both simple and multiple bets.
A simple bet contains five main numbers and one key number. With a multiple bet, you choose more main numbers, creating several separate five-number combinations.
| Main numbers selected | Combinations | Total cost per draw |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 1 | €1.50 |
| 6 | 6 | €9.00 |
| 7 | 21 | €31.50 |
Multiple bets cover more combinations but cost more. They do not improve the probability of any individual combination winning.
El Gordo de la Primitiva Prizes and Odds
The lottery has eight main prize categories plus a separate reintegro. The highest prize requires matching all five main numbers and the key number.
The table below shows the approximate winning odds published by SELAE.
| Category | Correct numbers | Winning odds | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 + key number | 1 in 31,625,100 | Rolling jackpot |
| 2nd | 5 numbers | 1 in 3,513,900 | Variable |
| 3rd | 4 + key number | 1 in 129,082 | Variable |
| 4th | 4 numbers | 1 in 14,342 | Variable |
| 5th | 3 + key number | 1 in 2,689 | Variable |
| 6th | 3 numbers | 1 in 299 | Variable |
| 7th | 2 + key number | 1 in 172 | Variable |
| 8th | 2 numbers | 1 in 19 | €3 fixed |
| Reintegro | Key number | 1 in 10 | €1.50 stake refunded |
The odds are approximate per individual combination. Variable prizes depend on sales and winners. The eighth-category prize and reintegro amounts follow the standard SELAE prize structure. Official rules and results take precedence.
Example: Matching two main numbers gives a €3 prize under the standard rules. Matching only the key number gives a €1.50 refund. A reintegro can also accompany a qualifying main-number prize.
How Does the Jackpot Work?
The jackpot, known in Spain as the bote, is awarded to bets matching all five main numbers and the key number.
If no bet qualifies for the first prize, the jackpot fund rolls over according to the game’s rules. The advertised amount can therefore increase from one Sunday to another.
If several bets match the top combination, the first prize fund is shared between the winning bets.
It is important to distinguish the advertised jackpot from the amount an individual winner receives after any applicable tax.
El Gordo de la Primitiva Results and Draw Times
El Gordo de la Primitiva draws take place every Sunday at approximately 21:40 Spanish peninsular time.
The draw selects five winning numbers between 1 and 54, followed by a key number between 0 and 9. After the draw, SELAE publishes the official results, the number of winners and the amounts awarded in each prize category.
Check the latest official results: Visit the official SELAE results page and select El Gordo de la Primitiva to verify the most recent draw.
How to Check Your Ticket
- Check the date shown on your ticket.
- Compare your five main numbers with the official winning numbers.
- Check whether your key number matches.
- Find the correct prize category.
- Verify the prize amount using SELAE’s official results.
You can check the results through our Spanish lottery results guide or directly on the official SELAE website.
Note: The jackpot amount near the top of this page is displayed through a dynamic shortcode. The winning numbers are not automatically updated in this results section; verify them through SELAE.
El Gordo de la Primitiva vs. La Primitiva and BonoLoto
Despite their similar names, these Spanish lotteries have different formats, prices and draw schedules.
| Feature | El Gordo de la Primitiva | La Primitiva | BonoLoto |
|---|---|---|---|
| Draws | Sunday | Mon · Thu · Sat | Every day |
| Price | €1.50 | €1 | €0.50 |
| Numbers | 5 from 54 + key | 6 from 49 + reintegro | 6 from 49 |
| Highest-category odds | 1 in 31,625,100 | 1 in 139,838,160 | 1 in 13,983,816 |
| Jackpot | Rolling jackpot | Rolling jackpot | Rolling jackpot |
| Draws per week | 1 | 3 | 7 |
La Primitiva’s highest Especial category requires six main numbers plus the reintegro. The probability of matching just six main numbers is 1 in 13,983,816.
Which game should you choose? El Gordo de la Primitiva offers a single weekly draw and a different jackpot structure. La Primitiva offers three weekly draws, while BonoLoto costs less per bet and runs daily.
Each lottery has its own prize rules. The best choice depends on whether you prefer fewer draws, lower ticket prices or a particular prize structure.
Is El Gordo de la Primitiva the Same as El Gordo?
No. This is a common source of confusion among international players.
El Gordo Christmas Lottery takes place every year on 22 December. It uses pre-printed five-digit tickets called décimos, which normally cost €20 each.
El Gordo de la Primitiva, by contrast, is a weekly numbers game costing €1.50 per combination.
Both are Spanish lotteries operated by SELAE, but they have different rules, ticket formats and prize structures.
Tax on El Gordo de la Primitiva Prizes
Prizes from El Gordo de la Primitiva are subject to the special Spanish lottery tax rules.
The first €40,000 of an individual qualifying prize is exempt from Spanish lottery tax. For prizes above this amount, Spain generally withholds 20% on the portion exceeding €40,000.
| Prize | Spanish tax | Net amount |
|---|---|---|
| €10,000 | €0 | €10,000 |
| €100,000 | €12,000 | €88,000 |
| €1,000,000 | €192,000 | €808,000 |
| €5,000,000 | €992,000 | €4,008,000 |
Examples assume one qualifying prize belonging to one winner. Shared prizes and international tax obligations may require additional consideration.
For a full explanation, read our Spanish lottery tax guide or the official SELAE tax information.
How to Claim an El Gordo de la Primitiva Prize
If you win, the claim procedure depends on the prize amount and whether you purchased your bet at a physical lottery retailer or through the official SELAE online service.
- Prizes below €2,000: Physical ticket prizes can generally be collected from authorised SELAE lottery retailers.
- Prizes of €2,000 or more: Physical ticket prizes must be claimed through an authorised SELAE partner bank with the required identification.
- Official online purchases: Check your SELAE account and follow the relevant prize-payment and verification procedures.
- Claim deadline: Winnings generally expire three months after the last draw covered by the bet, counted from the following day.
Keep your ticket or receipt safe and never share its complete identifying information publicly.
How to Play El Gordo de la Primitiva from Abroad
Players outside Spain may encounter online services offering access to Spanish lottery games. However, participation depends on the laws of their country and the rules of the provider.
It is important to understand the difference between a service purchasing an official lottery entry on your behalf and a betting operator offering a separate bet on the official result.
The first arrangement involves an actual lottery entry. The second does not give you ownership of an official Spanish lottery ticket.
Read our guide to playing Spanish lotteries online for information about these differences, eligibility restrictions and prize payments.
El Gordo de la Primitiva: Online Play Guide
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El Gordo de la Primitiva FAQ
When is El Gordo de la Primitiva drawn?
Every Sunday at approximately 21:40 Spanish peninsular time (CET or CEST). The official draw schedule is published by SELAE.
How much does El Gordo de la Primitiva cost?
A standard combination costs €1.50. Multiple bets cost more because they cover additional combinations.
What are the odds of winning the jackpot?
The chance of matching all five main numbers and the key number is 1 in 31,625,100 per standard combination.
What is the key number?
The key number is a separate number between 0 and 9 that you select when entering your bet. Matching it is necessary for the highest prize category and also qualifies for a reintegro.
What happens if I match only two numbers?
Matching two main numbers qualifies for the eighth prize category, which pays €3 under the standard rules. If you also match the key number, your combination qualifies for the seventh category instead.
Is El Gordo de la Primitiva the same as El Gordo Christmas?
No. El Gordo Christmas is an annual ticket lottery drawn on 22 December. El Gordo de la Primitiva is a weekly lottery where you select five main numbers and a key number.
Where can I check the latest results?
Official winning numbers are published by SELAE after the Sunday draw. Our Spanish lottery results guide explains where to check your numbers and how to verify your ticket.
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Last updated: 9 November 2026. The jackpot displayed above is provided through a dynamic shortcode. ElSpanishLottery.com is an independent information website and does not organise lottery draws.