How to check Thai lottery results from Denmark 2026

Kristian Ole Rørbye

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Updated July 22, 2026

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When are the Thai lottery results announced?

The official Government Lottery Office (GLO) runs the draws twice a month – on the 1st and the 16th. The live draw typically begins around 14:30 Thailand time (ICT) and many websites publish the full list of winning numbers by roughly 16:00 ICT.

To convert to Denmark time: subtract 6 hours in winter (CET) and 5 hours in summer (CEST). Example: if full results are posted at 16:00 ICT, that will be about 10:00 CET or 11:00 CEST. Keep that rule in mind rather than relying on a single fixed clock time.

Official draw pages and reputable Thai news sites publish the results within a few hours; some third-party sites and livestreams update immediately after the draw.

What’s the easiest way to check from Denmark?

These are the fastest, most practical options when you’re abroad:

If you prefer watching, several Thai channels stream the draw on YouTube or Facebook. Watching the livestream can be useful if you want to follow the draw in real time or record it for later proof.

Practical note: if your Danish mobile plan has limited data, compare local options before the draw – guides about mobiles in Denmark and providers like Lebara Denmark can help you pick a plan so streaming or refreshing a results page doesn’t cost you.

Tips for checking your numbers

Use this quick routine so you don’t miss a prize or get tripped up by formatting differences:

1. Note the draw date on your ticket and convert the time (Thailand -6 hours in winter / -5 in summer).
2. Open the GLO site first for verification. If you use a third-party site for convenience, compare the numbers against the GLO post before celebrating.
3. Match all prize levels. Some prizes are decided by full 6-digit matches, others by matching the last 2 or 3 digits – check the prize table carefully.
4. Watch for leading zeros. A ticket reading 012345 is different from 12345 on some lists – always match the full printed number.
5. If someone at home is holding the physical ticket, ask them to scan and send a clear photo of both sides. Keep the image safe; it may be needed to claim the prize.

What if you win?

Winning while living abroad makes the process a little more complicated but workable:

• Small prizes: these are often payable through authorised outlets or banks in Thailand. If someone you trust can claim for you, ask them to keep the original ticket and get a signed receipt.
• Large prizes: most large prizes must be claimed in person at the GLO office in Bangkok with the original ticket and identification. If you cannot travel, a signed power of attorney may help but rules and acceptance vary by case – check the GLO guidance first.
• Tax and paperwork: Thailand applies tax or withholding to lottery winnings in some cases. Don’t rely on hearsay – confirm tax rules and documentation requirements with the GLO or an accountant in Thailand.

If you plan to use a friend or family member to claim on your behalf, get a clear written agreement and copies of any ID/POA documents, and keep scanned copies of the winning ticket yourself.

Final checks before you act

Before you travel or instruct someone to claim for you, do these three quick checks:

Also, if you want some light distraction while waiting for results, check options for ways to spend your evenings online while you refresh the results page.