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How to Play Set for Life

Set for Life is the UK's only annuity lottery — instead of a lump sum, the top prize pays a monthly income. Here's how to play.

Choosing your numbers

Pick five main numbers from 1 to 47 and one Life Ball from 1 to 10. Each line costs £1.50, and a Lucky Dip is available for random numbers.

Draw days

Draws are held every Monday and Thursday at around 8pm, with a 7:30pm cut-off. The top prize is £10,000 a month for 30 years.

How the prizes work

The two highest tiers pay monthly instalments rather than a lump sum. For every tier and the odds, see Set for Life odds, and for the full schedule, the full lottery draw schedule.

Frequently asked questions

How much is Set for Life?

£1.50 per line.

What do I pick?

Five numbers from 1–47 and one Life Ball from 1–10.

When are the draws?

Monday and Thursday, around 8pm.

Related guides: Set for Life odds, the full lottery draw schedule and how to check a lottery ticket.