For Winnings Under USD $600
- Your winnings are automatically credited by 6:00 PM (same day) on the draw result announcement date.
- No additional tax applies.
- Credited winnings can be requested for cash withdrawal 24/7 for 365 days.
- When you request a withdrawal, the funds will be deposited to your registered bank account by 6:00 AM the next day.
For Winnings Between USD $600 and Under USD $1,500
- If your winnings are between USD $600 and under USD $1,500, the net amount (after 24% U.S. federal tax, 4% income tax, and applicable remittance fees) will be paid within 7 business days from the draw result announcement date.
- (For winnings under USD $1,000,000, the local U.S. purchasing agent may claim the prize on your behalf, and MLU will advance the payout to the winner.)
For Winnings Between USD $1,500 and Under USD $1,000,000
- If your winnings are between USD $1,500 and under USD $1,000,000 approx. (INR 80 million), the net amount (after 24% U.S. federal tax, 4% income tax, and applicable remittance fees) will be automatically credited as cash within 15 business days from the draw result announcement date.
- (For winnings under USD $1,000,000, the local U.S. representative may claim the prize on your behalf, and MLU will advance the payout to the winner after taxes are deducted.)
- Credited cash can be requested for withdrawal at any time, 24/7, for 365 days. (Requested amounts will be deposited by 6:00 AM the next day.)
For Winnings of USD $1,000,000 or More
- If you win USD $1,000,000 (approx. INR 80 million), or more, you will travel to the U.S. with a MLU staff member to claim the prize in person, together with an attorney contracted with our local purchasing partner.
- MLU will cover upfront costs required for prize claiming, such as round-trip economy airfare and up to two months of accommodation at a 3–4 star hotel. (Specific support items will be discussed with the winner.)
- After claiming the prize, the winner will pay MLU a service fee of 5% of the net amount received (after taxes).