Understanding How to Win Play Whe

Winning NLCB Play Whe is straightforward: the number drawn by the NLCB for a specific draw must match the number you selected and played on your ticket for that same draw. There is a 1 in 36 chance of selecting the winning number in any given Play Whe draw.

Play Whe Payouts

The standard payout for correctly matching the winning Play Whe number is $26 for every $1 wagered. For example, if you wagered $5 on the winning number, your payout would be $5 × 26 = $130.

It's important to note that during special promotional periods, the NLCB may offer enhanced payout rates. These promotions are usually announced in advance, and payouts could potentially be higher, sometimes going up to 36 to 1 or more.

How to Claim Your Play Whe Prizes

All winning Play Whe tickets must be validated at an authorized NLCB On-Line terminal. Crucially, prizes must be claimed no later than 180 days from the date of the draw. After 180 days, the ticket expires, and the prize can no longer be claimed.

Prize Claim Thresholds:

Prizes of $5,600 or less: These can be claimed and paid directly by any authorized NLCB Agent at their terminal locations.
Prizes greater than $5,600: These larger prizes must be claimed directly from the National Lotteries Control Board (NLCB) head office or designated regional offices. You will likely need to present a valid form of identification for these claims.

Official NLCB Play Whe Rules to Remember

Ticket is Proof: Your Play Whe ticket is the sole valid proof of your number selection and the only valid receipt to claim a prize.
Lost or Stolen Tickets: The NLCB is not responsible for lost or stolen tickets. Keep your tickets safe.
Player Age: You must be 18 years of age or older to play Play Whe and to claim any prizes.
Ticket Validity: Tickets are void and will not be paid if they are unissued, illegible, have been previously paid, are mutilated, misprinted, not properly registered with the NLCB Lottery Central Computer, or altered in any way.
NLCB Regulations: All tickets, transactions, and winners are subject to the official rules, regulations, and procedures set forth by the NLCB.

Tips for a Smooth Prize Claim

Verify Your Ticket: Always double-check your ticket for accuracy (numbers played, draw date, wager amount) before leaving the NLCB agent.
Sign Winning Tickets: Once you've confirmed a win and are ready to claim (especially for larger amounts at an NLCB office), it's advisable to sign the back of your ticket.
Secure Your Ticket: Keep winning tickets in a safe and secure place until you can validate and claim them.
Claim Promptly: Don't wait until the last minute. Claim your prize well within the 180-day period.

Winning and Claiming Your NLCB Play Whe Prizes