2026 FIFA World Cup Tickets: Prices, How to Buy & Availability

You can still get 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets. But the window is small. The tournament starts June 11, 2026 in Mexico City. The Final is July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The USA, Mexico and Canada host 104 matches across 16 cities. This is the first World Cup with 48 teams competing.

More than 500 million ticket requests came in across all lottery phases. Most official sales windows are now closed. The next chance to buy is Phase 4 which opens April 2, 2026. That phase runs first-come first-served with no lottery.

This guide covers current 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket prices, what is still available right now and exactly how to buy. Updated March 2026.

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2026 FIFA World Cup Ticket Availability: What’s Still Open

Here is what fans can still access in March 2026.

Phase 4: Last-Minute Sales (Opens April 2, 2026)

This is the final official public sales window. No lottery. No draw. Tickets go on sale at FIFA.com/tickets on a first-come first-served basis. Leftover inventory from earlier phases plus unallocated federation holds all appear here. This phase will sell out fast.

FIFA Official Resale Marketplace (Reopens April 2, 2026)

The platform is closed for maintenance right now. It reopens April 2, 2026. Fans who can no longer attend can list their verified tickets for sale here. This is the only FIFA-approved secondary market. Access it at fwc26-resale-usd.tickets.fifa.com

Hospitality Packages: Available Right Now

No lottery needed. On Location is FIFA’s official hospitality partner and packages are on sale today. These give you guaranteed entry plus premium amenities at every match.

Unofficial Secondary Markets: Use Caution

Sites like StubHub have listings for 2026 World Cup tickets. Prices there run higher than face value. Keep in mind that buying on third-party platforms violates FIFA’s Terms of Use and FIFA can cancel your ticket with no refund. StubHub does offer buyer protection so if you go that route use them over lesser-known resellers.

Tip for April 2: Log into FIFA.com/tickets before the sale opens. Save your payment method now. Remaining inventory is expected to sell out in minutes.

2026 FIFA World Cup Ticket Prices: Full Breakdown

FIFA used dynamic pricing for the first time in World Cup history. Prices shift based on demand, match stage, host city and seating category. The 2026 World Cup has the most expensive tickets in tournament history.

Ticket Prices by Round

Match Stage	Cheapest (Cat. 4)	Premium (Cat. 1)
Group Stage	$60	Up to $620
Round of 32	$118	Up to $800+
Round of 16	$118	$318+
Quarterfinals	$150	~$1,500
Semifinals	$200	~$2,500
Final	$300	$6,730

Opening Match Prices

• Mexico Opening at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City: $370 to $1,825
• Canada Opening: $355 to $1,745
• USA Opening: $560 to $2,735

How Do 2026 Prices Compare to Qatar 2022?

The top Category 1 Final seat at Qatar 2022 cost $1,605. That same seat at the 2026 Final costs $6,730. That is more than four times higher. The cheapest 2026 Final ticket starts at $300 for Category 4. That alone costs more than the Qatar 2022 Category 1 maximum.

All prices above are face-value prices from the official FIFA portal. Third-party resale listings run much higher. Some 2026 Final tickets are already listed above $25,000 on the official resale platform.

What is Dynamic Pricing?

FIFA sets prices before each sales phase opens. That is variable pricing. Once a phase goes live prices can move up or down in real time based on demand. That is dynamic pricing. A ticket priced at $200 at the start of a phase can cost $350 before that same phase closes. Buy early in any sales phase to get the best price.

New: Supporter Entry Tier: $60 Tickets for Every Match

FIFA added this tier during Phase 3. The Supporter Entry Tier offers tickets for a flat $60 per match including the Final. These tickets are not part of the public lottery.

Each national football association gets an allocation. That body is called a Participating Member Association or PMA. Each PMA runs its own distribution process and sets its own eligibility rules. About 10 percent of every PMA allocation sits in this tier.

Go to your national football federation’s official website to check if an active application is open for your country.

Hospitality Packages: Guaranteed Entry, No Lottery

Hospitality packages give you a guaranteed seat without any lottery or first-come first-served race. These are sold through On Location which is FIFA’s official hospitality partner. Packages are on sale right now.

Package Type	Starting Price
Single Match Hospitality	$1,350 per person
Follow My Team	From $6,750
Venue Series	From $8,275

Each package comes with premium seats, food and drinks, parking and private lounge access. Buy at fifaworldcup26.hospitality.fifa.com

2026 World Cup Ticket Categories: Seating Guide

FIFA changed the category system for 2026. Categories are now based on how high your seat sits in the stadium. Past World Cups used field position to set categories. This year is different.

Category	Location	View	Price Level
Category 1	Lower tier midfield	Best	Highest
Category 2	Lower and upper tiers outside Cat. 1	Very good	High
Category 3	Upper tier beyond Cat. 1 and 2	Good	Moderate
Category 4	Upper tier furthest from the action	Basic	Lowest
Supporter Entry	PMA-allocated	Varies	$60 flat
Accessible Seating	Designated areas at all 16 stadiums	Clear sightlines	Varies

You pick a category not a specific seat. FIFA assigns your exact row and seat number closer to the event. Seat details typically appear from May 2026 onward.

Always check the “accept downgrade” box. That way if your preferred category sells out FIFA drops you to the next level down rather than rejecting your full application.

How to Buy 2026 FIFA World Cup Tickets: Step by Step

How to Buy in Phase 4 (April 2, 2026)

Step 1: Set Up Your FIFA ID

Go to FIFA.com/tickets and create a free account. Your email address becomes your FIFA ID. You need this to buy tickets and to access them on match day.

Step 2: Save Your Payment Method Before April 2

Log in now and add your card details to your account. During a fast-moving first-come first-served sale typing in card information manually will cost you your spot.

Step 3: Be Ready the Moment April 2 Opens

No application needed. Go straight to your chosen match when the sale opens and add to cart right away. Check out without pausing. Decide which match you want before the sale starts so you do not waste a second.

Step 4: Download the FIFA App

All 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets are mobile only. No paper. No PDF. Your tickets appear in the official FIFA World Cup 2026 app around May 2026 as a live QR code. Show that code at the stadium gate on match day.

Step 5: Only Use Official Channels

Buy only through FIFA.com/tickets or the official resale portal. Tickets from unauthorized third-party sites can get cancelled with no refund.

How to Buy Hospitality Tickets (Available Now)

Go to fifaworldcup26.hospitality.fifa.com. No lottery or draw needed. Browse packages by match, city or budget. Complete your purchase online.

Ticket Sales Timeline: All Phases

Phase	Dates	Type	Status
Phase 1: Visa Presale	Sept 10 – Oct 21, 2025	Random Lottery (Visa only)	Completed
Phase 2: Early Ticket Draw	Oct 27 – Nov 17, 2025	Random Lottery	Completed
Phase 3: Random Selection	Dec 11, 2025 – Jan 13, 2026	Random Draw	Completed
48-Hour Limited Window	Late Feb 2026	First-come first-served (selected users)	Completed
Phase 4: Last-Minute Sales	Opens April 2, 2026	First-come first-served (public)	Upcoming
FIFA Resale Marketplace	Reopens April 2, 2026	Fan resale	Upcoming

Factors That Affect 2026 World Cup Ticket Prices

• Match Stage: Group stage games are the cheapest. Prices rise through the knockout rounds. The biggest single jump is between the semifinals and the Final.
• Team Popularity: Matches with Argentina, Brazil, England, France or any host nation cost more. Dynamic pricing pushes prices up fast when demand is high. Games between lower-ranked sides cost less.
• Host City: New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles and Miami have the highest prices. Markets like Kansas City are easier on your budget.
• Seat Category: Category 1 lower-midfield seats cost the most. Category 4 upper-tier seats are the cheapest option in the public sale.
• Resale vs. Face Value: Phase 4 tickets are face value. Resale marketplace tickets reflect real-time demand and often cost much more than the original price. This gap is biggest for knockout round matches.

2026 World Cup Ticket Resale and Transfer Rules

Official FIFA Resale: Reopens April 2, 2026

United States and Canada: No price cap. Sellers set their own price. FIFA takes 15 percent from the seller and 15 percent from the buyer. That is a 30 percent total fee per transaction. Some Final tickets are already listed above $25,000 on the official platform.

Mexico: A separate FIFA Exchange Marketplace serves Mexico residents. Face-value resale caps apply under local regulations.

Transferring Tickets to Someone You Know

Transfer a ticket through your FIFA account. Once the transfer goes through the other person has full control. You cannot reverse it. Use the “Send Your Ticket” feature in the FIFA app for temporary access. That keeps you as the owner while your guest still gets in.

Unofficial Resellers: Know the Risk

Buying from StubHub, Ticketmaster, Viagogo or similar platforms violates FIFA’s Terms of Use. FIFA can cancel those tickets with no refund. The only safe resale option is FIFA’s own platform.

2026 World Cup Host Cities and Stadiums

Stadium	City	Country	Role
MetLife Stadium	East Rutherford (New York/New Jersey)	USA	Final
Estadio Azteca	Mexico City	Mexico	Opening Match
AT&T Stadium	Arlington (Dallas)	USA	Semifinal
Mercedes-Benz Stadium	Atlanta	USA	Semifinal
Hard Rock Stadium	Miami	USA	Quarterfinal
SoFi Stadium	Inglewood (Los Angeles)	USA	Round of 16
Levi’s Stadium	Santa Clara (San Francisco)	USA	Round of 16
NRG Stadium	Houston	USA	Round of 16
Lincoln Financial Field	Philadelphia	USA	Group Stage
Gillette Stadium	Foxborough (Boston)	USA	Group Stage
Lumen Field	Seattle	USA	Group Stage
Arrowhead Stadium	Kansas City	USA	Group Stage
Estadio BBVA	Monterrey	Mexico	Group Stage
Estadio Akron	Guadalajara	Mexico	Group Stage
BMO Field	Toronto	Canada	Group Stage
BC Place	Vancouver	Canada	Group Stage

2026 FIFA World Cup Tickets FAQ

Last Updated: March 2026