Redeeming prizes from the AZ Lottery is an easy process, but your options are different depending on the value of your prize. Find out more here about how to claim from a scratch-off ticket in Arizona.
While a scratcher is on sale, there is no limit to how long you have to redeem prizes. However, as soon as the game-ending date has been set, you only have 180 days to come forward.
Your name, city and county of residence may be disclosed for prizes of up to $100,000, but if you win a larger amount you are allowed to stay anonymous.
Prizes of $599 or Below - You can claim prizes up to $100 from any Arizona Lottery retailer. It may also be possible to cash in up to $599, although this depends on the individual retailer and how much money they have available to pay out. You can also claim prizes of this value by mail or from a lottery office, without having to fill out a claim form.
Prizes Between $600 and $50,000 - If you take a winning ticket in this range to a retailer, they will give you a blank claim form to complete and return your ticket to you. You can redeem these prizes in person from any Arizona Lottery office or mail in your ticket and claim form. You'll also need to provide your Social Security number and a copy of a valid form of ID such as your driver's license.
Prizes of $50,000 and Above - You can only claim prizes of $50,000 and over from the Arizona Lottery's Phoenix and Tucson offices. Make sure to bring your signed winning ticket and valid ID.
Find the addresses of the Arizona Lottery's offices below. You can claim prizes of any value from the Phoenix and Tucson locations, and prizes of up to $50,000 in Sky Harbor and Kingman.
You can claim prizes up to $50,000 by mail. Make sure to attach a completed claim form if you win a prize of $600 or more. It is recommended that you call the Arizona Lottery on 480-921-4400 before mailing in a claim, so they can guide you through everything that is required. The address for mail-in claims is shown below. You can expect your claim to be processed within two weeks.
The Arizona Lottery is required to withhold 24 percent for federal taxes and 4.8 percent for state taxes. This applies for U.S. citizens and resident aliens. For non-resident aliens, the rate of federal tax is 30 percent, while it is 6 percent at state level. You should report all lottery winnings to the IRS, and it may be that you are liable for additional or fewer taxes depending on your individual circumstances.