UAE Lottery Winning Numbers Are Out for May 13, And the Dh30 Million Jackpot Is Still Up for Grabs
The UAE Lottery winning numbers for the May 13, 2026 draw have just been released, and while three lucky ticket-holders are celebrating a Dh100,000 payday each, the headline Dh30 million jackpot has rolled over, meaning nobody matched the full combination and the top prize lives to fight another draw.
The Numbers, the Winners, and What the Rollover Means for the Next Draw
The official winning combination drawn on May 13 came in as 12, 11, 29, 18, 7, 10, with Month 2 as the additional qualifier. Three participants matched enough of the sequence to each pocket Dh100,000 in lower-tier prizes, a solid return, but nowhere near the life-changing sum sitting at the top of the prize structure. Because no single ticket matched the complete winning line, the Dh30 million jackpot carries forward, which historically drives a sharp spike in ticket sales and public interest ahead of the following draw. Gulf News has reported on the draw outcome, though the results are currently listed as unverified through an independent authoritative confirmation.
The UAE Lottery operates on a rollover model: when the jackpot goes unclaimed, the prize pool accumulates rather than resets, keeping the headline figure, and the buzz around it, firmly in play. Participants buy tickets through official channels, and after each draw, the operator publishes the winning numbers across its verified platforms. Claiming any prize requires identity verification and physical or digital ticket validation through official portals. Winners are strongly advised to act only on instructions published by the lottery operator directly and to ignore any unsolicited messages claiming they have won.
What a Rolling Dh30 Million Jackpot Means for Residents Right Now
For anyone holding a May 13 ticket, the immediate priority is straightforward: cross-check your numbers against the official sequence, 12, 11, 29, 18, 7, 10, Month 2, using the lottery’s verified app or website. Do not share your ticket barcode, personal documents, or any financial details over messaging apps or with anyone who contacts you unsolicited. Large unclaimed jackpots in the UAE consistently trigger a wave of impersonation scams across WhatsApp, Instagram, and lookalike websites that promise accelerated claims or ask for upfront processing fees. UAE consumer protection authorities and the lottery operator itself have repeatedly flagged this pattern. If you did not enter the draw, the rollover simply means the next draw will carry a larger headline prize, and ticket demand will climb accordingly.
- Draw Date: May 13, 2026
- Winning Numbers: 12, 11, 29, 18, 7, 10
- Additional Qualifier: Month 2
- Jackpot Value: Dh30 million
- Jackpot Status: Unclaimed, rolls over to next draw
- Lower-Tier Winners: Three participants
- Lower-Tier Prize Per Winner: Dh100,000
- Source: Gulf News (results unverified by independent authority at time of publication)
The Dh30 million UAE Lottery jackpot remains unclaimed after the May 13 draw, with winning numbers 12, 11, 29, 18, 7, 10 and Month 2 failing to find a full match. Three players each walked away with Dh100,000 in lower-tier prizes, keeping the draw’s momentum alive. With the jackpot now rolling over, residents should verify their tickets through official channels only, and treat any unsolicited winner notification as a red flag.
UAE travel ban check: Quick online guide
How to Check Your UAE Travel Ban Status Online
Last Updated: July 6, 2026
Dubai Police provides an official “Circulars and Travel Bans” e-service that allows individuals to check whether they have a travel ban or circular registered in Dubai.
In Abu Dhabi, individuals can check travel-ban and case-related status through the Estafser service, an official Abu Dhabi government channel for inquiries.
UAE residents and visitors who need to confirm whether a travel ban or case exists can use the official channels listed below. By following the steps, you’ll instantly know if you’re cleared to travel.
Check Travel Ban Online
- Open a web browser and go to icp.gov.ae.
- Click Inquiries, then select Travel Ban Inquiry.
- Enter your passport number or UAE ID and submit the query.
- For a faster update in Dubai, open the Dubai Police App and use its travel‑ban status feature.
Dubai airports smart travel system speeds DXB flow
AI‑powered ‘red carpet corridor’ speeds immigration at Dubai International Airport
Dubai International Airport’s main terminal saw a surge of efficiency as Dubai Airports rolled out its AI‑enabled smart travel system.
Faster immigration clears the way for travelers
The system processed 9.4 million passengers over a six‑month span, letting travelers move through immigration without pulling out passports. Its “red carpet corridor” uses biometric AI to reduce processing times to as little as six seconds, lifting overall passenger flow and satisfaction.
Biometric technology is fully integrated across Dubai International Airport’s smart corridors, enabling passengers to move through key touchpoints with minimal document checks.
This boost aligns with Dubai’s broader push to embed smart technologies in public services, keeping the emirate’s transport hubs among the world’s most advanced.
Etihad Rail Dubai station opening date set for Sept 30
Jumeirah Golf Estates rail hub to launch end‑September, slashing Abu Dhabi‑Dubai commute
Etihad Rail’s Dubai passenger station at Jumeirah Golf Estates is scheduled to open on September 30, 2026, as the Dubai node of the UAE’s expanding national passenger rail network, and turning the quiet estate into a gateway for inter‑city travel.
Shorter Abu Dhabi‑Dubai trips for JGE commuters
The new stop will let riders zip between Abu Dhabi and Dubai in roughly 57 minutes, a big cut from the current road‑time. Etihad Rail highlighted the “standard” service, meaning the timetable will apply to most daily travelers, not just peak‑hour specials.
A direct footbridge links the rail platform to the adjacent JGE Metro station on the Red Line, so commuters can hop off a train and board a metro without stepping into traffic. The RTA confirmed the interchange is already built and ready for use when the rail station opens.
Looking ahead, Etihad Rail and the RTA have signed an agreement to accept Nol cards for ticketing at the new hub. That means a single smart card will cover both the train ride and any subsequent metro leg, and the station is also slated to join the future Dubai Metro Gold Line when it launches in 2032.
The UAE’s national passenger rail network is planned to be completed by March 30, 2027, according to the published rollout timeline for the expansion.
The project dovetails with the UAE’s wider push to weave national rail into the city’s public‑transport fabric, creating a seamless, multimodal network across the emirates.
OPEC+ August oil quotas up 188,000 bpd as Hormuz shipping resumes
OPEC+ raises August output by 188,000 bpd amid Hormuz shipping rebound
OPEC+ approved an increase of 188,000 barrels per day in August oil output targets at a virtual meeting on Sunday, July 5, 2026. The move impacts OPEC+ members including Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman.
The hike extends a sequence of monthly quota increases begun in April as Gulf shipments resume through the Strait of Hormuz, pushing Brent crude toward $72 a barrel and WTI below $69.
The 188,000‑bpd boost adds to global supply, helping ease Brent crude to about $72 per barrel and WTI to stay under $69.
OPEC+ said the decision reflects a controlled restoration of supply now that shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz are partially reopened and that crude prices have retreated from wartime peaks. The group also noted that the increase continues a gradual unwinding of the voluntary output cuts that were introduced in 2023.
Members will implement the additional output in August while monitoring market signals. OPEC+ retained the flexibility to pause or reverse the upward trend if price weakness re‑emerges, underscoring a cautious approach despite the current easing.
The virtual session also confirmed that the monthly adjustments will proceed through the remainder of the year, subject to ongoing assessment of demand and price dynamics.
This follows April’s initial OPEC+ decision to lift output, which marked the start of the current upward trend.
Emirates ID sharing risk: How to protect yourself
Why sharing your Emirates ID can invite fraud, and what to do
Your ID, your risk: the hidden danger of casual Emirates ID sharing
If you’ve been sending a photo of your Emirates ID over WhatsApp or posting the number in a chat, you may be opening the door to identity theft. Routine sharing of Emirates ID details can be weaponised by fraudsters, and the UAE’s laws treat any misuse of identity documents as a criminal offence. In plain terms, a single misplaced image can enable impersonation, account take‑overs, or bogus applications that cost you time and money.
Residents across the Emirates rely on the card for everything from opening bank accounts to ordering food deliveries, which makes the temptation to “just show it” understandable. Yet that convenience is exactly what criminals exploit. Once an ID image or number circulates, it can be re‑used in weak verification processes that many services still employ. The result? Unauthorized loans, fake utility contracts, or even travel bookings made in your name.
What this means for you
UAE citizens and expatriates holding an Emirates ID should treat the document like a passport: share it only when a regulated entity explicitly asks for it and can justify the request. A quick check, is the request coming from a verified corporate email or a secure portal?, can spare you a future headache. Avoid sending full‑screen photos in unsecured messaging apps; a blurred or cropped version that hides the number is still risky.
If you suspect that your Emirates ID details have been misused, the first step is to note where and how you shared the information. Then, reach out to the fraud or security team of the service that was involved, banks, telecom operators, or e‑commerce platforms all maintain dedicated channels for such complaints. Prompt reporting can limit damage and trigger investigations under the UAE’s strict identity‑misuse statutes.
Practical steps to keep your Emirates ID safe
- Share your Emirates ID only with a legitimate, regulated entity that has a clear, documented purpose for the data.
- Never transmit a full‑size image of the card through unsecured messaging apps; use encrypted portals or in‑person verification whenever possible.
- If you receive an unsolicited request for your ID, verify the sender’s identity through official contact numbers before responding.
- When you suspect misuse, record the context of the sharing and immediately contact the relevant service provider’s fraud team.
Remember, the law in the UAE criminalises the illegal use of identity documents, so protecting your Emirates ID isn’t just good sense, it’s a legal obligation.
