South Carolina Education Lottery Claim Form at a glance
What it is: The South Carolina Education Lottery Claim Form is completed by the claimant.
Who signs: Sign at the claimant's signature line and enter today's date.
Where and when to file: Lottery Claims Center, 1303 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Phone: (803) 253-4004. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. (M-F), except certain state holidays; for the full list of closures, visit sceducationlottery.com/claims. Players should arrive by 4 p.m. to allow time to verify winning ticket(s).
By signing this form, you attest that you are at least eighteen (18) years of age and that you are eligible to claim a lottery prize pursuant to the laws and regulations governing the operation of the Lottery. By signing, you attest that all information provided on this form, such as your name, address, and Social Security number, is true and accurate.
What to bring and attach to South Carolina Education Lottery Claim Form
Claims in excess of $500 must include this form and a copy of an identification card that includes a photo and date of birth (driver's license, passport, military, state, or permanent resident I.D.) (checked November 11, 2026). Identification without a signature may require additional verification.
A filled-in South Carolina Education Lottery Claim Form example: an individual claims one lottery prize
How to fill out South Carolina Education Lottery Claim Form, box by box
Claimant type
Check one box, INDIVIDUAL or GROUP WINNERS. For GROUP WINNERS, complete IRS Form 5754 (One check per group and individual tax documents will be printed.)
Name, mailing address, city, state, zip and phone number
Enter your name, mailing address, city, state, zip and phone number.
Date of birth and Social Security number
Enter your date of birth by month, day and year, and your Social Security number.
Tax status and country of origin
Check only one box under tax status: U.S. Citizen, Resident Alien or Non-Resident Alien (must have TIN or SSN).
Enter the country of origin.
Likeness authorization: Yes or No
You must check “Yes” or “No” for the following.
You authorize the South Carolina Education Lottery (SCEL) to use any photographic or video-graphic replication of your likeness or any audio replication of your voice, in any medium for purposes of advertising or trade of SCEL. You agree not to hold SCEL or its employees responsible for any unauthorized use or misuse of your likeness by third parties.
Claimant's signature and today's date
Sign at the claimant's signature line and enter today's date.
Knowingly presenting a counterfeit, altered, or stolen lottery ticket or knowingly filing a claim based on facts that are untrue is in violation of South Carolina Law.
More rules for South Carolina Education Lottery Claim Form
Multiple tickets presented at the same time will be combined.
If the total winnings exceed $500, applicable taxes will be withheld (checked November 11, 2026).
Debts owed to South Carolina or its political subdivisions may be deducted from winnings.
Some information from this form may be subject to disclosure under the S.C. Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
Common questions about South Carolina Education Lottery Claim Form
How do I claim my lottery winnings in South Carolina?
Complete the form entirely. Sign and use the current date on this form. Sign and attach the Winning Ticket(s) to this form.
Where do I file it?
Mailing Address: S.C. Education Lottery P.O. Box 11039 Columbia, SC 29211-1039. The risk of mailing ticket(s) remains with the claimant. Winnings of greater than $100,000 must be redeemed in person at the Lottery Claims Center (checked November 11, 2026).
Sources
[1] South Carolina Education Lottery Claim Form (Revised 7.24.2024), South Carolina Education Lottery (the Official source link on this page).
