Vietnam’s national lottery operator Vietlott has officially confirmed a winner of its Power 6/55 Jackpot 1, with the prize valued at more than VND 257 billion, equivalent to approximately $9.8 million. The win ranks among the largest lottery payouts in the country’s recent history and has drawn widespread attention from players nationwide.
Winning Numbers and Ticket Details
The winning ticket successfully matched all six numbers in the Power 6/55 draw. The numbers drawn were:
04 – 20 – 26 – 28 – 37 – 41
Vietlott confirmed that the ticket met all validation requirements. As permitted under Vietnamese lottery regulations, the winner has chosen to remain anonymous.
Tax Deduction and Final Take-Home Amount
Under Vietnam’s personal income tax rules, lottery prizes exceeding VND 10 million are subject to a 10 percent tax. As a result, the jackpot winner will pay approximately VND 25.7 billion in taxes.
After deductions, the winner’s net payout is estimated at over VND 231 billion, translating to roughly $8.8 million.
One of Vietlott’s Biggest Wins
This jackpot places the latest winner among the top earners since Vietlott introduced computerized lottery products nationwide. Over the years, Power 6/55 has produced several record-breaking payouts, with jackpots occasionally crossing the VND 300 billion mark during extended rollover periods.
The latest win reinforces the game’s popularity, particularly when jackpots climb into high-value territory.
Other Winners in the Same Draw
While the jackpot captured headlines, the draw also produced thousands of lower-tier winners:
- 32 players won first-tier prizes of VND 40 million
- More than 2,600 players received second-tier prizes of VND 500,000
- Over 56,000 players won third-tier prizes of VND 50,000
These payouts underline the multi-tier structure of Power 6/55, which allows frequent smaller wins even when the jackpot is claimed.
Jackpot 2 Continues to Roll Over
Vietlott confirmed that Jackpot 2, valued at approximately VND 18 billion, remains unclaimed and will roll over into upcoming draws. This is expected to maintain ticket sales momentum in the short term.
It’s always fascinating to see how big lottery wins can change someone’s life overnight, but I hadn’t realized just how much taxes would take out. It’s a reminder of the practical realities behind a massive win!