Austria

Lotto 6 aus 45 (Austria) — how prizes are taxed

Lottery prizes are tax-free for Austrian residents.

Austria: the rules

Austrian Lotteries prizes, including EuroMillions wins, are paid out tax-free — lottery winnings are not subject to Austrian income tax. Income subsequently earned on the winnings is taxed normally.

Can you stay anonymous?

Austrian Lotteries does not publish winners' identities; claims are confidential.

How long you have to claim

3 years for Austrian Lotteries draw-game prizes.

Regulator: Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF)official site

Full country guide: every Austria game, ranked, with tax rules. For a cross-border view, see lottery tax in every country and the after-tax prize calculator.

This page is general information, not tax advice. Rules change and personal circumstances matter — for a significant win, pay a local professional before you claim.

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Last verified: 2026-08-29