2026 FIFA World Cup Tickets: Prices, How to Buy & Availability [Updated]
The Last-Minute Sales Phase is now live. The final official ticket window for the 2026 FIFA World Cup opened on April 1, 2026. This guide covers what is still available, what things cost right now and exactly how to buy a ticket today.
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Are 2026 FIFA World Cup Tickets Still Available?
Yes, but this is the last official window. Phase 4 is open right now and stays open until July 19, 2026 or until all tickets sell out.
Here is every option still available as of April 2026.
Phase 4: Last-Minute Sales — OPEN NOW
The final public sales window opened on April 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET at FIFA.com/tickets.
No lottery. No draw. Whoever buys first gets the ticket.
Phase 4 has one big new feature. Fans can now pick their exact seat from an interactive stadium map. No earlier phase offered this.
Tickets come out on a rolling schedule. FIFA releases same-day tickets for some matches. The window runs through the Final on July 19. Here is the step-by-step guide to buy your Phase 4 tickets right now.
The previous Random Selection Draw phase alone pulled in over 500 million ticket requests. Inventory for high-demand matches sells out fast.
Official Resale / Exchange Marketplace — OPEN from April 2
FIFA’s official resale platform reopened on April 2, 2026 at FIFA.com/tickets. This is the only FIFA-approved place to buy a ticket from another fan.
In the US and Canada there is no price cap. Sellers set their own price. In Mexico a separate Exchange Marketplace applies face-value caps under local regulations. FIFA charges up to 15% to the seller and up to 15% to the buyer on every transaction.
Sites like StubHub and Viagogo are not authorized by FIFA. Buying from them violates FIFA’s Terms of Use and FIFA can cancel those tickets with no refund.
Hospitality Packages — Available Now (No Lottery)
Premium packages are available right now through On Location, FIFA’s official hospitality partner, at FIFA.com/hospitality. No lottery needed.
| Package Type | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| Single Match Hospitality | $1,350 per person |
| Follow My Team | From $6,750 |
| Venue Series | From $8,275 |
Each package includes a guaranteed seat, food and drinks, lounge access and parking. Private Suites and Platinum Access are also available for corporate or VIP groups.
2026 FIFA World Cup Ticket Prices: Full Breakdown
The 2026 World Cup has the most expensive tickets in World Cup history. FIFA used dynamic pricing for the first time ever at a World Cup. Prices shift in real time based on demand, the match stage, the teams playing and the host city. A ticket priced at $200 when a phase opens can cost $350 before that same phase closes. Buy as early as you can to get the best available price.
In 1994 the last time the USA hosted, the cheapest ticket cost $25 and the most expensive was $475. At Qatar 2022 prices ran from $70 to $1,600. In 2026 the cheapest public ticket starts at $120 and the most expensive Final seat reaches $7,875. The Final seat that cost $1,605 at Qatar 2022 now starts at $6,730. That is more than four times higher.
Prices by Match Stage
2026 World Cup Ticket Prices at a Glance:
All prices in USD · Face value only · 15% service fee applies at checkout · Subject to dynamic pricing
$60 Supporter Entry Tier $60 tickets exist for every match including the Final. These are not in the public sale. They go through your national football association only. Check your federation’s official website to see if applications are open for your country.
| Match Stage | Cat. 3 (cheapest public) | Cat. 2 | Cat. 1 (premium) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Stage (neutral) | $120 | varies | up to $620 |
| Round of 32 | $118 | varies | up to $800+ |
| Round of 16 | $240 | $515 | $640 |
| Quarterfinals | $150+ | varies | ~$1,500 |
| Semifinals | $930 | $2,350 | $3,295 |
| Final | $1,490 | varies | $7,875 |
All prices are face value. Add 15% at checkout for the FIFA service fee.
The sharpest price jump sits between the Round of 32 and the semifinals. A Category 1 Round of 32 seat costs around $800. That same category for the Dallas semifinal on July 14 costs $3,295. The cheapest publicly available Final ticket is $1,490 for a Category 3 seat.
Opening Match Prices
Opening matches carry a premium above standard group stage prices. The ceremony, global broadcast and host-nation spotlight all push prices higher. Mexico’s opening at Estadio Azteca runs from $370 to $1,825. Canada’s opening runs from $355 to $1,745. The USA opening is the most expensive of the three at $560 to $2,735.
Prices by Host City
City choice has a bigger impact on your budget than most fans expect.
| City | Price Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $118 to $1,200 | Most affordable overall |
| Boston | $200 to $1,000 | Budget group stage option |
| Seattle | $180 to $700 | Mid-range across all matches |
| Philadelphia | $200 to $2,000 | Mix of group and knockout stage |
| Miami | $350 to $1,500+ | Quarterfinal and third-place match |
| Dallas | $118 to $3,295 | 9 matches including semifinal |
| Los Angeles | $560 and up | USA opening match drives prices |
| New York / New Jersey | $100 to $7,875 | Final at MetLife Stadium |
Kansas City and Boston are the smartest starting point for budget-conscious fans. A Tuesday group stage game in Kansas City between two smaller nations is the cheapest live World Cup experience available in 2026.
Supporter Entry Tier: $60 Tickets for Every Match
FIFA added the Supporter Entry Tier during Phase 3 after a global backlash over ticket prices. It offers flat $60 tickets for every single match including the Final.
These tickets are not in the public sale. Each national football association called a Participating Member Association or PMA receives an allocation. FIFA allocates 8% of tickets to national associations for games involving their team. About 10% of that allocation sits in the $60 Supporter Entry Tier. For the Final that works out to roughly 450 of the 4,500 federation-allocated seats.
The number of $60 tickets per match is in the hundreds not thousands. Set your real budget at $400 or more per ticket and treat the $60 tier as a bonus if your federation has it available.
Go to your national football federation’s official website to see if an application is still open for your country.
2026 World Cup Ticket Categories: What Changed
FIFA changed how categories work for 2026. Seats are now grouped by how high they sit in the stadium. Past World Cups grouped seats by field position. That is no longer the case.
Category 1 covers the entire lower bowl with the best sightlines and the highest prices. Category 2 sits in the lower and upper tiers outside Category 1. Category 3 is in the upper tier beyond Categories 1 and 2. Category 4 sits in the furthest upper corners and is the cheapest option in the public sale but the hardest to find since most stadium seats fall into Category 1 or 2. Accessible seating is available at designated areas at all 16 stadiums.
Phase 4 lets you pick your exact seat from a live interactive map. You can also use the “Book the Best Seat” option to let the system find the best available spot for your budget automatically. Fans who bought in earlier phases can now see their assigned seat numbers in their FIFA account starting April 1.
How to Buy 2026 FIFA World Cup Tickets Right Now (Phase 4)
Step 1: Create Your FIFA ID
Go to FIFA.com/tickets and create a free account with your email address. You need a FIFA ID to buy, manage and show your ticket at the stadium gate.
Step 2: Save Your Payment Method Now
Add your card to your FIFA account before you start shopping. In a first-come, first-served sale, stopping to type in card details will cost you the ticket. Visa is the preferred payment partner. Most major international cards also work. Check that your card is enabled for international transactions before you try to buy.
Step 3: Know Which Match You Want Before You Click
Decide your target match before you open the site. Go straight to that match, add to cart and pay without stopping. Every second matters in a real-time sale. You cannot buy tickets to two different matches on the same calendar date.
Step 4: Use the Seat Map
Phase 4 gives you a live interactive stadium layout. Pick your exact seat and confirm payment in one continuous flow. This is a first for the 2026 tournament cycle.
Step 5: Download the Official FIFA App
All 2026 World Cup tickets are mobile only. No paper. No PDF. Your ticket appears in the official FIFA World Cup 2026 app as a live QR code from May 2026 onward. That QR code is what you scan at the stadium gate on match day. Screenshots of the QR code will not work at entry.
Step 6: Only Use Official Channels
Buy only through FIFA.com/tickets or the official resale portal. FIFA can and does cancel tickets bought through unauthorized platforms with no refund issued.
Full Ticket Sales Timeline
| Phase | Dates | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1: Visa Presale | Sept 10 to Sept 19, 2025 (entry) / Oct 1, 2025 (purchase slots) | Random Lottery (Visa only) | Completed |
| Phase 2: Early Ticket Draw | Oct 27 to Nov 17, 2025 | Random Lottery | Completed |
| Phase 3: Random Selection Draw | Dec 11, 2025 to Jan 13, 2026 | Random Draw | Completed |
| Phase 3 Results and Charges | February 2026 | Notification and payment | Completed |
| Phase 4: Last-Minute Sales | April 1 to July 19, 2026 | First-come, first-served | OPEN NOW |
| Official Resale Marketplace | April 2, 2026 onward | Fan resale | OPEN |
| Hospitality Packages | Ongoing | Premium purchase | OPEN |
Factors That Affect 2026 World Cup Ticket Prices
Match Stage: Group stage games are the most affordable. Prices climb through each knockout round. The sharpest jump comes between the Round of 32 and the semifinals.
Teams Playing: Matches with Argentina, Brazil, England, France or any host nation cost significantly more. Games between lower-ranked nations cost noticeably less. Algeria, Cape Verde, Tunisia, Saudi Arabia, Curacao and New Zealand are among the sides with the cheapest average ticket prices in the tournament.
Host City: New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles and Miami carry the highest base prices. Kansas City and Boston are the most affordable for group stage matches.
Seat Category: Category 1 midfield seats in the lower bowl are the most expensive. Category 4 upper corner seats are the cheapest but also the hardest to find since most stadium seats fall into Category 1 or 2.
Day of the Week: Weekday matches cost less than weekend matches. A Tuesday group stage game will typically cost less than the same category seat for a Saturday match.
Resale vs. Face Value: Phase 4 tickets are at face value. The official resale marketplace reflects real-time demand. Some Final tickets are already listed above $25,000 on the official resale platform.
2026 World Cup Ticket Resale and Transfer Rules
Official FIFA Resale (Open from April 2)
The official FIFA Resale Marketplace is open at FIFA.com/tickets. In the US and Canada there is no price cap. Sellers set their own price and FIFA charges up to 15% from both the seller and the buyer per transaction. In Mexico a separate Exchange Marketplace applies face-value caps under local law.
At Qatar 2022 FIFA charged resale fees of no more than 5% or $0.50 whichever was greater. The 2026 fee structure is significantly higher on both sides of every transaction.
Transferring Tickets to Someone You Know
Transfer a ticket directly through your FIFA account. Once the transfer is complete the recipient has full control and that action cannot be undone. Use the “Send Your Ticket” feature in the FIFA app for temporary access. That option keeps you as the owner while your guest still gets through the gate.
2026 World Cup Host Cities and Stadiums
Stadiums with corporate naming rights carry temporary FIFA-assigned names during the tournament. AT&T Stadium in Dallas becomes Dallas Stadium. Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta becomes Atlanta Stadium. Hard Rock Stadium in Miami becomes Miami Stadium.
| Stadium | City | Country | Highest Match Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| MetLife Stadium | East Rutherford, New York/New Jersey | USA | Final (July 19) |
| Estadio Azteca | Mexico City | Mexico | Opening Match (June 11) |
| AT&T Stadium (Dallas Stadium) | Arlington, Dallas | USA | Semifinal (July 14) |
| Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta Stadium) | Atlanta | USA | Semifinal (July 15) |
| Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Stadium) | Miami | USA | Quarterfinal + Third-Place Match |
| SoFi Stadium | Inglewood, Los Angeles | USA | Quarterfinal (July 10) |
| Gillette Stadium | Foxborough, Boston | USA | Quarterfinal (July 9) |
| Arrowhead Stadium | Kansas City | USA | Quarterfinal (July 11) |
| Lincoln Financial Field | Philadelphia | USA | Quarterfinal |
| Levi’s Stadium | Santa Clara, San Francisco Bay Area | USA | Round of 16 |
| NRG Stadium | Houston | USA | Round of 16 |
| Lumen Field | Seattle | USA | Round of 16 |
| BC Place | Vancouver | Canada | Round of 16 |
| Estadio BBVA | Monterrey | Mexico | Group Stage |
| Estadio Akron | Guadalajara | Mexico | Group Stage |
| BMO Field | Toronto | Canada | Group Stage |
AT&T Stadium in Dallas hosts a tournament-high 9 matches including five group stage games, two Round of 32 matches, one Round of 16 and the semifinal on July 14. Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium hosts seven matches including a quarterfinal on July 11 and the third-place playoff on July 18.
2026 FIFA World Cup Tickets FAQ
Are 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets still available?
Yes. Phase 4, the Last-Minute Sales phase, is open right now at FIFA.com/tickets on a first-come, first-served basis. The Official Resale Marketplace opened April 2. Hospitality packages are also available with no lottery.
How much do 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets cost?
For the general public, prices start at around $118 to $120 for Category 3 group stage seats in lower-demand cities. Semifinals start at $930 for Cat. 3. The cheapest Final ticket for the public is $1,490 for Cat. 3. The most expensive Cat. 1 Final seat costs $7,875. The $60 Supporter Entry Tier is only available via national football associations. All prices carry a 15% service fee at checkout.
What is Phase 4 of World Cup ticket sales?
Phase 4 is the Last-Minute Sales Phase, the fourth and final official public sales window. It opened April 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET at FIFA.com/tickets and runs until the Final on July 19. No lottery. No draw. First-come, first-served in real time.
Can I choose my exact seat in Phase 4?
Yes, for the first time this tournament cycle. Phase 4 introduced an interactive seat map so you can select your specific seat before completing your purchase. You can also use the “Book the Best Seat” option for automatic assignment.
What is dynamic pricing for World Cup tickets?
FIFA sets initial prices before each sales phase. Once a phase opens, prices move up or down in real time based on demand. Buying early in a phase locks in the best available price. This is the first World Cup to use dynamic pricing.
Are World Cup 2026 tickets mobile only?
Yes. There are no paper tickets and no PDFs. Your ticket appears in the official FIFA World Cup 2026 app as a live QR code from May 2026 onward. That code is what you scan at the stadium gate on match day. Screenshots of the code will not work at entry.
Can I resell my 2026 World Cup ticket?
Yes, but only through FIFA’s official resale platform at FIFA.com/tickets. In the US and Canada sellers can set any price. In Mexico face-value caps apply. FIFA charges up to 15% from both buyer and seller. Listing tickets on third-party platforms violates FIFA’s Terms of Use.
How many tickets can I buy?
Up to 4 tickets per match, with a maximum of 40 tickets per household across the entire tournament. You cannot purchase tickets to two different matches on the same date. Groups of 5 or more should look at FIFA’s official hospitality packages.
What is the FIFA PASS for World Cup 2026?
The FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System (FIFA PASS) gives World Cup 2026 ticket holders priority access to US visa interview appointments through the US Department of State. It is designed for fans from countries with long visa processing times. Your ticket confirmation is what you use to access the system.
Does a match ticket guarantee entry into the host country?
No. A match ticket does not guarantee admission into the United States, Canada or Mexico. Check each host country’s official government website for entry requirements and apply for any required visas separately as early as possible.
What are the cheapest 2026 World Cup tickets available to the public?
In the public Phase 4 sale, the cheapest tickets start at around $118 to $120 for Category 3 group stage matches in lower-demand cities like Kansas City or Boston, plus a 15% FIFA service fee. The $60 Supporter Entry Tier is not part of the public sale. Most fans should budget $400 or more per ticket as a realistic starting point.
Last Updated: April 2026