World Cup 2026 Playoff Tickets: Prices, Dates & Where to Buy
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has 48 spots. Forty-two teams already know they are in. The last six spots go to playoff winners this March. Two separate tournaments decide those spots. One is on sale right now.
The other opens mid-March. This page covers prices, dates, and where to buy tickets for both.
What are the World Cup 2026 Playoffs?
Two playoff tournaments will decide the final six teams at the 2026 World Cup.
The first is the Intercontinental Playoff. FIFA runs this one. Six teams from different confederations compete in Mexico for two World Cup spots.
The second is the UEFA European Playoff. UEFA runs this separately. Sixteen European teams compete across home venues for four World Cup spots.
Both tournaments run on the same dates: March 26 and March 31, 2026.
Intercontinental Playoff Tickets: Dates, Prices & Schedule
The Intercontinental Playoff takes place in Mexico. Two stadiums host all four matches. Estadio Guadalajara hosts Path 1. Estadio Monterrey hosts Path 2.
Ticket Prices
These are the most affordable official tickets FIFA has released for any World Cup-related match.
Semi-final tickets cost MXN 200 which is around $11.30. Final tickets cost MXN 300 which is around $16.95. To put that in perspective the cheapest seat at the World Cup final in New Jersey starts at $4,185. Same tournament. Very different prices.
| Date | Match | Time (ET) | Venue | Ticket Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Mar 26, 2026 | Bolivia vs. Suriname | 7:00 PM | Estadio Monterrey | ~$11.30 |
| Thu, Mar 26, 2026 | New Caledonia vs. Jamaica | 10:00 PM | Estadio Guadalajara | ~$11.30 |
| Tue, Mar 31, 2026 | SF Winner vs. DR Congo | 5:00 PM | Estadio Guadalajara | ~$16.95 |
| Tue, Mar 31, 2026 | SF Winner vs. Iraq | 11:00 PM | Estadio Monterrey | ~$16.95 |
DR Congo and Iraq are the two seeded teams. They skip the semi-finals and wait directly in the finals on March 31.
Where to Buy Intercontinental Playoff Tickets?
Official Channel Go to FIFA.com/tickets. Tickets are on sale right now on a first-come first-served basis. No lottery. No draw. You buy and get instant confirmation.
FIFA Resale Marketplace The FIFA official resale platform is currently closed. It reopens on April 2, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET. This is the only authorized platform to buy and sell tickets safely.
Third-Party Resale Platforms like SeatPick list tickets too. Prices are higher than face value on these sites. Use them only if FIFA.com/tickets sells out.
One important note: avoid buying from unofficial sources or social media sellers. FIFA can cancel tickets bought outside authorized channels with no refund.
Also Check: Where to Buy FIFA World Cup 2026?
UEFA Playoff Tickets: Dates & What We Know So Far
The UEFA European Playoff runs across four separate paths. Each path has two semi-finals on March 26 and one final on March 31. Matches take place at the home venues of the higher-ranked team in each path.
| Path | Semi-Final Teams | Semi-Final Date | Final Date | World Cup Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Path A | Italy vs. Northern Ireland / Wales vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina | March 26 | March 31 | Group B |
| Path B | Ukraine vs. Sweden / Poland vs. Albania | March 26 | March 31 | Group F |
| Path C | Turkey vs. Romania / Slovakia vs. Kosovo | March 26 | March 31 | Group D |
| Path D | Denmark vs. North Macedonia / Czechia vs. Rep. of Ireland | March 26 | March 31 | Group A |
Four winners from these paths earn the final four European spots at the 2026 World Cup.
Official ticket sales open mid-March 2026. UEFA has confirmed that tickets sell exclusively through UEFA.com. No exact date is set yet. The best step right now is to create a free myUEFA account at UEFA.com and turn on ticket update notifications. That way you get an alert the moment sales open.
Resale tickets are already available on third-party platforms from around $98 for some matches.
Where to Buy UEFA Playoff Tickets?
Official Channel UEFA.com is the only place to buy official tickets. Sales open mid-March 2026. The portal is not live yet as of March 6, 2026.
What to Do Right Now Go to UEFA.com and create a myUEFA account. Subscribe to ticketing updates. This puts you first in line when the sale opens.
Resale Option SeatPick lists UEFA playoff tickets from around $98. Prices vary by match and venue. Higher-profile matches like Italy and Ukraine will cost more.
This page will update the moment UEFA opens official ticket sales.
Quick Comparison: Intercontinental vs. UEFA Playoff Tickets
| Details | Intercontinental Playoffs | UEFA European Playoffs |
|---|---|---|
| Tickets On Sale | Now | Mid-March 2026 |
| Official Site | FIFA.com/tickets | UEFA.com |
| Official Price | $11.30–$16.95 | TBA |
| Match Dates | March 26 & 31 | March 26 & 31 |
| Host Country | Mexico | European Home Venues |
| Teams | 6 | 16 |
| World Cup Spots | 2 | 4 |
Where Do Playoff Winners Play at the World Cup?
Winning a playoff spot is just the start. Here is where each winner lands at the 2026 World Cup.
- Intercontinental Path 1 winner goes into Group K alongside Portugal, Colombia, and Uzbekistan
- Intercontinental Path 2 winner goes into Group I alongside France, Senegal, and Norway
- UEFA Path A winner goes into Group B alongside Canada, Qatar, and Switzerland
- UEFA Path B winner goes into Group F alongside Netherlands, Japan, and Tunisia
- UEFA Path C winner goes into Group D alongside USA, Paraguay, and Australia
- UEFA Path D winner goes into Group A alongside Mexico, South Korea, and South Africa
The tournament kicks off on June 11, 2026 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
Path 2 winner draws one of the toughest groups in the tournament. France and Senegal in the same group is no easy start.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Playoff Tickets FAQs
Can I buy World Cup playoff tickets without a FIFA account?
No. You need a FIFA ID to buy tickets through FIFA.com/tickets. Registration is free. Go to FIFA.com and create your account before the sale opens to save time at checkout.
Are World Cup 2026 playoff tickets refundable?
FIFA has a refund policy for certain situations. For Intercontinental Playoff tickets FIFA waived administrative fees on refunds after global fan backlash over main tournament pricing. Check the full terms on FIFA.com/tickets at the time of purchase for the latest refund conditions.
Can I transfer or resell my playoff tickets?
Yes but only through official channels. The FIFA Resale Marketplace reopens April 2, 2026. Selling or transferring tickets through third-party platforms violates FIFA terms of sale. FIFA can cancel those tickets without a refund.
Do I need a visa to attend matches in Mexico?
It depends on your nationality. Most nationalities need a valid passport to enter Mexico. Some countries also require a tourist visa. Check with the Mexican embassy or consulate in your country well before March 26. Start the process early to avoid delays.
Are there hospitality packages available for the playoff matches?
FIFA has not announced official hospitality packages for the Intercontinental Playoff matches in Mexico. For UEFA playoff matches individual national associations manage ticket hospitality. Check the official website of the home team’s national federation for any premium options.
Will playoff ticket prices increase closer to the matches?
Intercontinental Playoff tickets have fixed prices set in Mexican pesos. The face value will not change. Resale prices on third-party platforms will likely rise as March 26 gets closer and official inventory runs out. Buy through FIFA.com/tickets now to lock in the face value price.
Can fans from any country buy UEFA playoff tickets?
UEFA has not released full ticketing rules yet. In past tournaments UEFA playoff tickets were primarily available to fans of the competing teams through their national associations. General public sales typically follow after. Create a myUEFA account now and watch for updates at UEFA.com for the latest allocation details.
Intercontinental Playoff tickets are live right now at FIFA.com/tickets from just $11.30. UEFA playoff tickets open mid-March exclusively at UEFA.com. Bookmark this page as it will update the moment UEFA sales go live.
