Ka-ching! All about Mahzooz, the UAE’s favourite draw
- How to Play?
- Add Credit
- How to Win?
- Withdraw the Winnings
- Restrictions on Participation
- Frequently Asked Questions
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Please note that Mahzooz has announced a temporary operations pause effective January 1st, 2024, until further notice.
Picture this: you buy a bottle of water for AED 35, and this serves as an entry ticket to a lucky draw that could potentially bag you AED 20 Million!
This incredible opportunity is provided by Mahzooz Saturday Millions, a draw that gives you the chance to turn your dreams into reality. Currently, the draw is on pause, under a request from the regulatory body, the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA).
If you are curious about how everything works, keep reading to learn about Mahzooz draw.
ABOUT MAHZOOZ
Mahzooz weekly live draws happened every Saturday, where the winners of the Grand Draw and Raffle Draw (Triple 100) were announced. Called the Mahzooz Saturday Millions, this event was where the lucky winner of the AED 20 Million grand prize, along with other prize winners, was announced.
While the draw offers its participants an awe-striking amount of money, Mahzooz focuses heavily on giving back to the community – with contributions toward healthcare, education and the environment.
HOW TO PLAY MAHZOOZ
To begin, you want to register for an account. Here’s how you can do just that:
- Visit the Mahzooz website
- Click on ‘Create account’
- Fill in all your details in the form
- Create a password
- Agree to the terms and conditions
- Verify your account through SMS or email
- Now, log into your Mahzooz account.
Here is a step-by-step guide on how one can play the Mahzooz Draw:
- Click on “Play” and select “Buy Now.”
- Select the number of water bottles you want to purchase, then click “Next”. Each bottle costs AED 35 and makes you eligible for one line on the Mahzooz Saturday Millions, including the Raffle Draw and the Grand Draw.
- Choose five numbers from the 49 given numbers. There’s also an option to use a randomiser feature to select your entry. Your wins or losses depend on your entry, so this is your moment to try your luck
- Once you’ve decided on the numbers and draw date you wish to participate, click ‘Add to Cart’ and then click ‘Checkout.’
- You will be prompted to a payments page, where you can pay for the water bottles with your credit or debit card.
- Once you’re done, you will receive a confirmation SMS or email (based on the details you’ve shared here).
Another option to participate in Mahzooz is to head to a Mahzooz kiosk and choose ‘New User.’ The process is pretty straightforward: All you have to do is choose ‘new user,’ enter your phone number and follow the instructions. You can also search for the Mahzooz kiosks near you through their website.
You can watch the weekly live draws on the official Mahzooz website, Facebook page and YouTube channel every Saturday at 09:00 pm GST. If you missed the live stream, winners are notified, and the prize amount is added to their ‘Winning Balance’.
HOW TO ADD CREDIT TO YOUR ACCOUNT
Instead of using your credit or debit card each time you want to participate in the draw, you could add credits to your account and use them to buy water bottles.
Here’s how you could add credits on Mahzooz:
- Enter your existing login credentials, or create a new account if you’re a first-time user.
- Head to ‘My Account’ and click on balance summary. Then click ‘Add Credit.’
- Enter the amount you want to add.
- Select your preferred payment method or the card you’ve used previously (Submit the required details if you’re using a new card). Then select ‘Pay Now’ to complete the transaction.
- You will receive an email or SMS confirmation.
- Use your credit balance to participate in the Mahzooz weekly draw.
*Please note that the credit balance is non-refundable.
HOW DO YOU WIN IN THE DRAW?
You will win when your numbers match the numbers drawn in the weekly draw.
Here’s a breakdown of the prizes given away on the Mahzooz Saturday Millions Draws:
- Five matching numbers: AED 20,000,000
- Four out of five matching numbers: AED 150,000
- Three out of five matching numbers: AED 150,000
- Two out of five matching numbers: AED 35 (free Mahzooz ticket)
- One out of five matching numbers: AED 5
Raffle Draw: 3 x AED 100,000 (for 3 guaranteed winners).
Mahzooz has a reputation for improving people’s lives, with amounts up to AED 50M, luxury cars and even kilograms of gold.
Participating in the Mahzooz draw has the potential to reap extraordinary results. This draw allows participants to indirectly support good causes and help the community, making it worth a try—all for the affordable price of AED 35.
HOW TO WITHDRAW YOUR WINNINGS?
It’s always nice to have a plan if you become a millionaire overnight. Everyone has a wish list: a favourite car, a dream home or a luxury trip abroad.
Here’s what you need to do to get the big prize if you’re lucky!
- Use your login credentials to access your account.
- Go to ‘My Account’ and click ‘Balance Summary/Total Balance’. Next, click on ‘Transfer/Withdraw’.
- You have three options from here. One, you can use your wins to add credits. To do so, you can click on transfer all winnings. Please note that once you have transferred all your winnings to your credit, you cannot refund them.
- Alternatively, you can withdraw your winnings via bank transfer or collection at an authorised exchange house. Withdrawals above AED 7k can only be made through bank transfer.
- Match Five prizes (when you’ve got all five numbers) must be claimed in person in the UAE. This amount is transferred to a UAE bank account. To do this, enter the amount and select the withdrawal method. You will be asked to fill in the relevant details regarding the withdrawal, such as your bank details.
- A third option is to transfer part of your prize to your “Credit Balance” and withdraw the remaining cash. Make your decision as soon as possible, as if you don’t withdraw your winnings within 60 days, they will be automatically transferred to your credits.
- A confirmation email or SMS will be sent to your phone.
- If the withdrawal amount is less than AED 300, a charge of AED 10 applies as a UAE bank transaction. Transferring money to a foreign bank is charged at AED 20. Please note that there are no charges for winning amounts exceeding AED 300. If you don’t operate an account, here’s how to open a bank account in Dubai.
As part of the Mahzooz KYC and due diligence, participants must verify their accounts for identification and security purposes. If you do not claim your prize (whether from the Grand Draw or Raffle Draw) within the 60-day withdrawal period, it will be forfeited and given to the Department of Economic Development.
ACCESSING MAHZOOZ LOTTERY WITH THE MOBILE APP
You can use the mobile app to access Mahzooz on the go quickly. The Mahzooz app is available on the Google Play Store and the App Store. It offers notifications and timely updates about the lottery. You can manage your account wherever you need to, check the Mahzooz results and claim your prizes at your own pace.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE MAHZOOZ DRAW?
Yes, there are certain restrictions:
- All participants must be 18 years of age or older.
- The law of your country must not prohibit participation in raffles and draws.
- The participant cannot be a manager, an employee of the manager or a shareholder of Mahzooz.
- The participant cannot be a third-party consultant or contractor of the manager hired to access insurance, security and audit processes related to the draw or a close relative of the said person.
- The participants shouldn’t be from sanctioned or embargoed nations.
MAHZOOZ AND CHARITIES: GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
Mahzooz Saturday Millions isn’t just about changing people’s lives with their prizes. They have enriched the lives of 10,000 people, both directly and indirectly, by working with established NGOs and non-profit organisations. Together, they strive to create inspiring strides in education, environment and healthcare.
Here are major charities working with Mahzooz:
- Emirates Red Crescent
- Senses
- Friends of Cancer patients Pink Caravan
- Al Jalila Foundation
- Future Rehabilitation Centre
- Al Noor
- Dubai Centre for Special Needs
- Rashed Centre
- Dubai Autism Centre
- Dubai Club for People of Determination
- Zulekha Hospital
- Awladouna
So, rest assured that all your money is going towards good causes. If you want to know about places accepting donations, here’s a list of charities in Abu Dhabi you can consider.
FAQS ABOUT MAHZOOZ
WHY IS MAHZOOZ LOTTO PAUSED?
Under instructions from the regulatory body, the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), Mahzooz Lucky Draw has paused operations. They are in talks with authorities to resume soon.
FROM WHERE CAN I DOWNLOAD THE MAHZOOZ APP?
You can download the Mahzooz app from Google Play and the App Store.
CAN I BUY MAHZOOZ TICKET WITH CASH?
You can only buy your lotto tickets with credit or debit cards.
I DON’T LIVE IN THE UAE. CAN I GET A MAHZOOZ TICKET?
Yes, you can. However, the grand prize winnings (as per money laundering laws) will only be transferred to a UAE bank account. The second prize can be transferred to any bank account.
HOW CAN I CONTACT MAHZOOZ CUSTOMER SUPPORT?
If you live in the UAE, you can call their toll-free number, 800-5825. Participants living outside the UAE can call +971-4-588-0100.
That wraps up our guide to Mahzooz, one of the UAE’s favourite draws and raffles. The unique nature of the Mahzooz draw means that, win or not, you know your money has gone towards those in need. So, even if your bank balance doesn’t get a boost, you can sleep easy knowing that a good deed was done.
Apart from Mahzooz, you can be part of a few other lucky draws in Dubai. The Dubai Duty Free Raffle and Big Ticket are popular options. There’s also the chance to become a Mashreq Millionaire. Take a shot and test your luck. Who knows when the stars will align to make you a millionaire?
All images in the post are courtesy of Mahzooz.
