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Buying lottery tickets online in California

Lottery couriers are banned in California. Do not use an app or website that offers to buy California tickets for you.

Couriers prohibited (2024 directive).

You must be physically located in California to buy its tickets online, and you must meet the state's minimum age.

Play online in California

Rules change often; confirm on the official state lottery website.