Where to buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets
- FIFA.com/tickets — the sole official primary sales channel. You must create a free FIFA account and sign in to enter draws or buy.
- The FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace (via FIFA.com/tickets) — the only official secondhand channel.
- Official Hospitality packages — sold exclusively by On Location, FIFA's official hospitality provider, separate from standard tickets.
- The FWC2026 Mobile Tickets app — where purchased tickets are delivered (the official delivery method, not a sales channel).
The buying process
Sales run in phases through a FIFA account. Earlier phases used draw-based "Random Selection": fans entered during a window and were randomly allocated a time slot to buy — entering early did not improve your odds, but you had to register within the window.
Reported phases included a Visa Presale Draw, an Early Ticket Draw and a Random Selection Draw, each requiring you to enter at FIFA.com/tickets and, if drawn, purchase within an assigned slot.
A Last-Minute Sales Phase launched 1 April 2026, selling remaining tickets first-come, first-served with immediate confirmation — no draw, but subject to availability.
To buy: sign in to your FIFA account, enter the active draw or join the queue in a first-come phase, choose your match and seating category, and pay. Tickets are delivered digitally to the mobile app.
Exact phase dates and which phases remain open change over time — always verify current availability at FIFA.com/tickets.
Resale & secondary tickets
The FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace (via FIFA.com/tickets) is the only official, secure platform to buy or sell secondhand tickets, operating up until about an hour before kick-off. A separate FIFA Exchange Marketplace serves Mexico residents. FIFA warns that tickets bought outside this official system may be invalid or cancelled, so avoid third-party resellers.
How much do tickets cost?
FIFA uses dynamic pricing (prices move with demand) plus fees (around 15% reported). Group-stage tickets have been reported from as low as US$60 for the cheapest Category 4 seats, more commonly starting around US$120 for the general public. Four seating categories apply (Cat 1 best down to Cat 4 cheapest). Prices climb steeply through the knockouts; the final was reported starting around US$2,030 and rising to roughly US$6,730+ for Category 1. Treat all figures as approximate and time-sensitive.
Insider tips
- Create your free FIFA account early and have your details ready before a phase opens.
- Tickets are fully digital via the FWC2026 Mobile Tickets app — not emailed, not downloadable as PDFs, and screenshots are not accepted at the gate.
- Visa was the only accepted card during the initial sales window, and payment is processed in US dollars — factor in conversion and any card fees.
- Only buy secondhand through the official FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace.
- In draw phases, entering early gives no advantage — but you must register within the window. In first-come phases, log in promptly.
- Buy hospitality only through On Location, FIFA's official provider.
FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets available now
88 priced events, from EUR 398. Prices convert to your currency at checkout.
Match 20 (Group J): Austria vs Jordan
16 June 2026 · Santa Clara, CA
Match 17 (Group I): France vs Senegal
16 June 2026 · East Rutherford, NJ
Match 18 (Group I): Iraq vs Norway
16 June 2026 · Foxborough, MA
Match 19 (Group J): Argentina vs Algeria
16 June 2026 · Kansas City, MO
Match 22 (Group L): England vs Croatia
17 June 2026 · Dallas, TX
Match 23 (Group K): Portugal vs DR Congo
17 June 2026 · Houston, TX
Travelling from Australia? Read our FIFA World Cup 2026 from Australia guide for flights, visas and timing.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I officially buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets?
Only through FIFA's official portal at FIFA.com/tickets, where you create a free FIFA account and sign in. This covers both primary sales and the official resale marketplace. Tickets bought elsewhere risk being invalid.
How does the ticket draw / random selection work?
Earlier phases used a Random Selection Draw: you entered during a set window and, if selected, were given a time slot to buy. Entering early didn't improve your odds. A later Last-Minute phase (from 1 April 2026) sold remaining tickets first-come, first-served. Check FIFA.com/tickets for what's open.
How much do tickets cost and can I pay in Australian dollars?
Prices are in US dollars with dynamic pricing and ~15% fees. The cheapest group-stage seats were reported from around US$60, with the final ranging from roughly US$2,030 up to about US$6,730+. You pay by card; your bank converts to AUD, so use a low-fee card and budget for exchange-rate swings.
How are tickets delivered?
Tickets are fully digital and delivered to the official FWC2026 Mobile Tickets app. They are not emailed or downloadable as PDFs, and screenshots are not accepted at the gate.
What visas or entry approvals do Australians need?
Each host country requires its own: an ESTA for the USA, an eTA for Canada (air travel), and a Tourist Card/FMM for Mexico. All generally expect 6 months' passport validity. Rules change — verify via Smartraveller and each country's official immigration site before booking.
How long are flights from Australia?
Los Angeles is the main gateway, around 13h 50m non-stop from Sydney. Dallas is about 15h 30m and Vancouver about 14h. New York is usually one-stop (~23–24h) and Mexico City has no direct flights (~20–21h via LA). Times are approximate.
How do I get between host cities?
With 16 cities across three countries, travel between venues is mainly by domestic or cross-border flights — book early, and remember each border crossing means clearing immigration with the right ESTA/eTA/FMM.