Omaze house draws in the UK often catch attention with their glossy adverts and high-value homes. But one of the most common questions people ask is whether anyone has actually won using the free entry route.
This blog takes a closer look at how the UK Omaze prize draws work, whether free postal entries are genuinely included, and how the random selection process is run. It also explains what you need to do if you want to take part without buying entries, helping you understand how the system operates in practice and how fairness is maintained.
What Is Omaze and How Do the Prize Draws Work?
Omaze runs prize draws across the United Kingdom that offer prizes such as luxury homes, cars, and cash. Each draw supports a nominated UK charity, with Omaze guaranteeing a minimum donation and a portion of net proceeds from paid entries going directly to that cause.
For the current draw, a £10 purchase provides 100 entries into every Early Bird and Grand Prize draw. Participants can also enter without paying by following the free postal route explained in the official Experience Rules for that draw.
All valid entries, whether purchased online or submitted by post, are entered into the same draw database. Once the entry period closes, a winner is chosen using an independently audited Random Number Generator (RNG). This ensures that every valid entry has an equal chance of being selected, regardless of how it was made. The only difference between the two routes is how entries are submitted, not how they are treated in the draw.
Has Anyone Actually Won Omaze with a Free Entry?
Omaze UK has confirmed that free postal entries are valid and included in the same draw as paid ones. However, there are no publicly verified examples on the Omaze website or in UK media of a house winner who entered by post. Omaze’s published “Winners” page lists the names and locations of past winners, but does not specify how those entries were made.
This does not mean that free entries are excluded—it simply means that postal winners, if any, have not been individually highlighted. Omaze states that every valid postal entry is treated exactly the same as a paid entry in the draw. Whether an entry is made by post or online, it has the same probability of being selected.
Given that tens or even hundreds of thousands of entries are received for each house draw, the odds of winning are low for all participants. Because these draws are random, no method—free or paid—can influence the result.
How to Enter Omaze Prize Draws for Free
Each Omaze UK draw includes a clearly stated no-purchase route. To enter this way, you must send a handwritten entry by post to the address listed in that specific draw’s terms and conditions. Your entry must include:
- Full name
- Postal address
- Date of birth
- Email address
- Telephone number
Each correctly completed and posted entry counts as one entry. The only cost involved is the price of a standard first- or second-class stamp. Bulk or automated submissions are not accepted, and each envelope must be sent individually.
Postal entries must arrive by the deadline shown in the official rules for that draw, which is sometimes earlier than the online purchase deadline. Entries received after this time are not included. Once verified, valid postal entries are entered into the same electronic database as paid entries.
If you plan to enter for free, read the current “Experience Rules” on Omaze’s website to confirm the correct address, wording, and format. This ensures your entry meets all requirements and is counted when the draw takes place.
Are Free Entries Treated the Same as Paid Entries?
Postal entries are placed into the same draw database as paid entries and have “exactly the same chance of being picked to win.” Both are randomly selected by an independent process. The only operational difference is that postal entries do not receive entry codes that participants can view, though they are recorded in the same system.
Every Omaze house draw is guaranteed to have one confirmed winner, regardless of how many entries are received or purchased. Once the draw closes, the winner is identified using the RNG, and Omaze contacts them using the details provided. Identification checks are completed before the prize is awarded.
This process ensures transparency and consistency. While free entries may take longer to submit and require precise formatting, they are included in exactly the same way once accepted. The random selection process means no one can predict or affect the outcome.
Who Can Enter Omaze Free Draws in the UK?
Entrants must be at least 18 years old and have a valid UK postal address. Entries must be made by individuals, not companies or groups. Omaze’s terms exclude its employees and anyone professionally connected with running the draws.
Some potential prizes, such as houses, require the winner to complete legal and identification checks before the property transfer is finalised. These steps protect fairness and confirm eligibility.
There is currently a £500 monthly limit on paid entries per person, but no stated limit on the number of free postal entries that can be sent, provided each complies with the entry requirements. However, because of the time and postage involved, most participants submit only a few.
How Are Omaze Winners Chosen and Notified?
Once a draw closes, all valid entries—paid and postal—are uploaded into the Omaze database. The winner is chosen using an independently certified RNG, similar to systems used in UK promotional prize draws. This ensures the process is impartial and compliant with advertising and competition standards.
Omaze contacts the selected entrant using the contact details provided at the time of entry, typically by email and telephone. Winners are also announced on the official website after verification. To confirm fairness, every house draw guarantees a winner, and an independent auditor oversees the process.
Because each draw attracts a very high number of entries, the chance of winning any prize is statistically small. For example, if a draw receives 2,000,000 valid entries, each single entry—free or paid—has a 1 in 2,000,000 chance of being drawn.
Is Entering Omaze for Free Really Worth It?
Whether it feels worthwhile depends on your own priorities. A postal entry costs the price of a stamp and a few minutes of your time. Some people see that as reasonable for a small chance at a property prize, while others may prefer not to take part because the probability of winning is so low.
Omaze’s prize draws are games of chance. Every outcome is random, and there are no patterns or systems that can improve the result. The same applies to lotteries, raffles, or any other random draw—every valid entry has an equal mathematical chance, but no outcome can be predicted.
If you choose to participate, treat it as a form of entertainment, rather than a financial opportunity. Never spend more than you can afford to lose, and keep in mind that the odds of winning are low, whether you enter by post or online.
For anyone taking part in draw-based competitions or other random games, here are some simple safer gambling principles to remember:
- Set a personal limit on how much you are comfortable spending.
- Avoid chasing losses or spending more to try to win back money.
- Keep perspective—prizes are awarded by chance, not effort.
- Take a break from entering if it no longer feels enjoyable.
*All values (Bet Levels, Maximum Wins etc.) mentioned in relation to these games are subject to change at any time. Game features mentioned may not be available in some jurisdictions.
**The information provided in this blog is intended for educational purposes and should not be construed as betting advice or a guarantee of success. Always gamble responsibly.