Millennium Millionaire

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For many in the UAE and abroad, the Dubai Duty Free Raffle draw has actually made that dream come true. The popular lucky draw, which is into its 21st year, has made millionaires of many UAE residents and travellers in the country. Read on to know more about the DDF raffle and how you can win.

ALL ABOUT THE DUBAI DUTY FREE RAFFLE

The Dubai Duty Free (DDF), with a covered area of 40,000 sq. m spread across two airports, is one of the biggest travel retail operations in the world. In 2019, Dubai Duty Free year-end sales reached USD 2.029 billion. There are many ongoing and attractive campaigns at the duty free. The Dubai Duty Free Raffle is one of the longest-running the most awaited campaigns of the well-known brand.

Launched just before the turn of the millennium, the Dubai Duty Free Raffle is also known as the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire. One out of 5,000 ticket buyers gets the chance to win USD 1 million.

For the last 21 years, this draw has happened at an interval of every two to three weeks at the Dubai Duty Free Shopping Complex. All tickets are placed in the raffle box and one winner is selected, with the proceedings being recorded on camera.

PRIZE CATEGORIES

You can win Dubai Duty Free Raffle prizes in three different categories.

MILLENNIUM MILLIONAIRE

Millennium Millionaire is the biggest prize. As the name suggests, you can win USD 1 million in the draw. Those who wish to participate must buy the Dubai Duty Free Millionaire Raffle ticket for AED 1,000. One can buy the Dubai Duty Free Raffle ticket online via the Dubai Duty Free website or from the Dubai Duty Free at the Dubai International Airport or Al Maktoum International Airport. Just think of all the things you can buy with US$ 1 million!

FINEST SURPRISE CAR

The Finest Surprise Car was launched 10 years before the Millennium Millionaire started. With tickets priced at AED 500, you have a chance to win a Range Rover, Jaguar, Porsche, Audi, BMW or Mercedes Benz. Each series is limited to 1,300 spots. However, some special draws go up to 2,300 tickets and you have the chance to win cars like Aston Martin, McLaren and Bentley.

FINEST SURPRISE MOTORBIKES

Finest Surprise Motorbikes was also launched in 1989. The ticket costs AED 100 and there are a total of 100 entries. Participants can win the latest models of BMW or Indian motorbikes.

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THINGS YOU MAY WANT TO KNOW

I AM NOT TRAVELLING FROM DXB AIRPORT. CAN I STILL TAKE PART IN THE DRAW?

Yes, you can. Just visit the Dubai Duty Free website to buy Dubai Duty Free Raffle tickets. Don’t forget to check the drop-down menu in the list of eligible countries for confirmation. One can also use a debit card to buy a ticket if the issuing bank permits.

WHERE CAN I BUY THE DUBAI DUTY FREE RAFFLE TICKETS?

As mentioned earlier, Dubai Duty Free Raffle ticket online purchase is one convenient option. You can also buy a ticket in person at the two Dubai airports. Previously tickets were sold at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Creekside Hotel, Queen Elizabeth 2, Le Meridien Hotel, Hatta Border Shop and Irish Village Shop; however, these sales have been suspended due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. An announcement will be made on official channels when sales resume.

HOW CAN I FOLLOW THE DRAW?

Details of winners are posted on the official Facebook page and the DDF website. Moreover, Dubai Duty Free Raffle Draw winners will be contacted using the details provided at the time of ticket purchase.

HOW WILL MONEY BE TRANSFERRED IN CASE OF A WIN?

The money is transferred to the Dubai Duty Free Raffle Draw winner’s bank account. This process typically takes three to four weeks.

WILL MY MOTORCYCLE BE DELIVERED TO MY HOME COUNTRY?

Yes, the winning motorcycle is delivered free of cost to the home country at the nearest seaport. However, the relevant duties and taxes will have to be paid by the individual.

23 Dubai Duty Free Millionaire Raffle winners were lucky enough to win the promotion twice. While there are thousands of participants per draw, every individual has a great chance. It is all about taking a risk and who knows what will happen. The first step, however, is to buy the ticket.

The Millionaire Raffle it a major attraction but Dubai Duty Free is also an incredible place for shopping. Another Dubai Duty Free Arcade is located onboard the Queen Elizabeth 2 in Dubai, which offers a different experience. Nonetheless, whenever you visit now, it is important to first read about coronavirus in the UAE and what rules one must follow.

Besides the Dubai Duty Free Raffle, those in the UAE can also take part in the Mashreq Millionaire draw. Why miss out on opportunities to make quick money? Especially on days when you feel a bit lucky, it’s definitely worth a shot.

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Dubai Duty Free officials conduct the draw at the Concourse C of Dubai International Airport.

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Kanikaram Rajasekhar, a 45-year-old Indian national based in the city of Hyderebad, on Wednesday got the gift of his life when he was declared the latest winner of $1 million in Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw.

The draw for the famous Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire and Finest Surprise promotions was held on Wednesday at Concourse C of Dubai International Airport.

Rajasekar purchased ticket number 3546 in Millennium Millionaire Series 347 online on Dec.18, 2020.

Rajasekhar bought two tickets for Series 347 after failing to win with his first ever ticket purchased in the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire in Series 345.

He is planning to set-up business and charity works in Dubai.

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“I’m elated! It’s surreal!This is the way to start the year out right. Thank you so much Dubai Duty Free!” he said.

Following the Millennium Millionaire draw, the Finest Surprise draw was conducted for two cars and three motorbikes.

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Syed Shabber Hasan Naqvi, a 24-year-old Indian student based in Dubai, won a BMW 750Li xDrive M Sport (Donington Grey) car.

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“I’m very excited to start my new year!After going through some difficult times hopefully this win is the start of more good things to come,” said Naqvi, who is currently doing a Master’s degree in civil engineering at Heriot-Watt University in Dubai.

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Gerardo Fernando, a Filipino national based in Dubai, won a Range Rover Sport HST 3.0 400HP (Black) car.

Nitin Agrawat, a 38-year-old Indian national based in Dubai won a Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider (Billiard Red) motorbike.

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A resident of Dubai for 13 years now, Agrawat thankingDubai Duty Free said “I encouraged all to continue buying ticket to this amazing promotion and hopefully luck will be on your side,” he said.

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Martha Rosari, a 35-year-old Indonesian national based in Dubai won an Indian Vintage Dark Horse (Thunder Black Smoke) motorbike.

Ahamed Nasar Kamal Sheik, an Indian national based in Dubai, won an Aprilia Tuono Factory (Atomico Racer) motorbike.