Prize Money Policy: U.S.

All winners will receive a Prize Payout Form email via Mailchimp after the show has concluded. Prize winners have 90 days from the date the form is sent to provide us with the requested information. Failure to submit the form within the 90 day submission period will result in an automatic forfeiture of all winnings. 

Prize money distribution within the 90 day period is contingent upon accurate and timely submission of the Prize Payout Form. Payment will be made using electronic money transfers, unless otherwise noted. As such, banking information will be required in order to complete payments. If you opt for payment via check, be aware that we will withhold $15 of your winnings for processing fees. Checks expire 90 days after the issue date. If you fail to deposit the check within this time frame, your prize money cannot be re-issued. All prize money will be paid out in USD.

The Prize Payout Form should be completed in its entirety. Failure to do so will result in requests for additional information and or documentation, which will lead to payment processing delays. DreamHack will not contact each individual respondent to confirm receipt of the form response. DreamHack will only reach out to the respondent if there is any issue or question regarding the submission. Once the form is submitted the respondent will receive a response receipt which includes a copy of the submission. 

Submission Requirements

Individual Contestant: U.S. Citizen

In order to issue prize payment for U.S. citizens submitting as an individual, the following is required and expected to be completed in their entirety: 

The prize winner and federal forms should reflect personal information for the respondent. Partially completed forms will not be accepted. 

Individual Contestant: Non-U.S. Citizen

In order to issue prize payment for non-U.S. citizens submitting as an individual, the following is required and expected to be completed in their entirety: 

The prize winner and federal forms should reflect personal information for the respondent. Partially completed forms will not be accepted. 

Team Contestant: U.S. Citizens

In order to issue prize payment for U.S. citizens submitting on behalf of an official organization, the following is required and expected to be completed in their entirety: 

The prize winner and federal forms should reflect business information for the organization. Partially completed forms will not be accepted. 

Team Contestant: Non-U.S. Citizens

In order to issue prize payment for non-U.S. citizens submitting on behalf of an official organization, the following is required and expected to be completed in their entirety: 

The prize winner and federal forms should reflect business information for the organization. Partially completed forms will not be accepted. 

Additional Questions

For additional questions related to prize money procedures, contact payables@dreamhack.com.