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Claiming & Cashing · Updated 2026-06-09

How to Mail a NY Lottery Claim

Short answer: Sign the ticket, complete the official claim form, attach copies of ID and tax forms, and use a tracked or certified mail service. Keep copies of everything.

Reviewed by , Compliance Reviewer · 2026-06-09

Details

  1. Sign the back of the winning ticket.
  2. Complete the latest official NY Lottery claim form.
  3. Make full-color copies of the front and back of the ticket and the completed form.
  4. Attach required ID and tax documentation.
  5. Mail using a tracked service to the address listed on the official form.
  6. Keep a copy of every document and the tracking receipt.

Quick Answers

Should I mail the original NY Lottery ticket?

The official NY Lottery instructions specify what to send. Follow them exactly and use a tracked mailing service.

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