Lottery Couriers

Lottery courier services provide an alternative way for you to take part in your favorite games, so that you do not have to go out to a retailer yourself to buy a ticket. Find out more about this new type of service.

How it Works

Lottery couriers, sometimes known as messengers, purchase tickets on your behalf. They are licensed by the New York State Gaming Commission and exist to make your playing experience as easy as possible. Here’s how it works:

• You sign up online to a licensed lottery courier service such as Jackpot.com
• Place an order for your lottery ticket by choosing your game and picking your numbers
• An agent from the courier service will go to a NYL retailer and buy your ticket
• An image of your ticket will be uploaded into your account with the courier service

If you win a prize, it will be credited straight into your account as long as it is worth $600 or less. For larger amounts, the courier service will guide you through the claims process, making arrangements to deliver the ticket to you so that you can collect the prize in person.

Which companies can I use?

Jackpot.com, Jackpocket and Lotto.com are all authorized to operate in New York. More companies may be licensed to provide a similar service in future.

Benefits of courier services

Lottery couriers provide their customers with a multitude of benefits. One of the main advantages is the convenience, as you can just order tickets from home or wherever you are without having to worry about going to a retailer, filling out a playslip and standing in line. All you need is a phone and you can place your order in a matter of seconds.

Another reason why they are becoming increasingly popular is the added security you get with placing an order online. Once your image has been bought and the image uploaded into your account, there is a digital record of your numbers. If you just purchase a ticket from a retailer yourself, you need to make sure it does not get lost, damaged or stolen.

There's no chance of you missing out on any prizes you win, as you will always be notified by the courier service. Smaller amounts are paid straight into your account without you having to do anything, while your winning ticket will be delivered to you if you get a substantial win.

Courier services do not ask you to pay commission on any winnings, so you are always guaranteed to receive the full prize.