When you play Mega Millions from India on LottoSmile, any prize you win is taxed in accordance with the local tax laws of the American state they were purchased in. First, a federal tax of 30% will be withheld from all lottery prizes larger than $599.50. This law applies to all non-resident lottery winners. Then, a state tax will also be deducted, but the quota depends on the state’s taxation laws.
After the taxes to the US have been paid, Mega Millions prizes are taxed further according to the local tax laws of the winner’s country. You should check with the India tax authorities to find out the amount due on your international lottery gains.