How to get World Cup 2026 tickets: Key release dates and registration information

With less than 250 days left until the 2026 FIFA World Cup, excitement is building as fans around the world prepare for this monumental sporting event.

Following the recently concluded FIFA Club World Cup, where global champions showcased thrilling football action, attention is now turning to how to get World Cup 2026 tickets.

This tournament will mark the first-ever 48-team World Cup, making it not just an opportunity to watch football but also a chance to witness history in the making across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

As demand is expected to soar, fans are eager to learn about the necessary steps, timelines, and strategies to ensure they don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

This post provides essential information about World Cup 2026 ticketing, including release dates, pricing, hospitality packages, and more.

How to get World Cup 2026 tickets

Tickets for the 2026 World Cup are being released in several phases. The first phase was the Visas Presale Draw, which ran from 10-19 September. The next chance for fans to get their hands on tickets is through the Early Ticket Draw. All registered users will be entered into a random ballot for tickets, and all successful applicants will be given a window to purchase tickets between 27 and 31 October.

What will the ticket system be for the World Cup?

Sunday 19 July 2026 📆

In just one year's time, the @MetLifeStadium in New York New Jersey will be hosting another FIFA tournament final 🏆 pic.twitter.com/v5gZs810wx

— FIFA (@FIFAcom) July 19, 2025

The ticket allocation system for the 2026 World Cup is largely a ballot. For the first few phases, it will literally be a case of applying for tickets and then being given a window to buy any tickets that are available.

In the Random Selection Draw following the World Cup draw in December, fans should be able to enter ballots for specific matches, which is when the bulk of tickets will be sold.

Following that, any tickets that remain will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis via the Last-Minute Sales Phase as we approach the beginning of the tournament.

When do FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets go on sale?

The full list of sales windows is as follows:

• 10-19 September 2025: Visa Presale Draw
• 27-31 October 2025: Early Ticket Draw
• After the World Cup draw: Random Selection Draw
• Early 2026: Last-Minute Sales Phase

How much will World Cup 2026 tickets cost?

Based on the initial prices FIFA was charging for Club World Cup tickets, ticket prices for the FIFA World Cup are expected to be expensive. If they follow that price structure, then the cheapest tickets will be significantly more expensive than those issued for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Those prices are listed below:

• Group games – £9-175
• Round of 16 – £15-218
• Quarter-finals – £65-338
• Semi-finals – £109-758
• Final – £163-1,275

2026 World Cup hospitality tickets

Major League Soccer and On Location, the exclusive Official Hospitality Provider of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, are excited to announce a collaboration to promote and sell game-changing hospitality experiences for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ being hosted by Canada, Mexico and the… pic.twitter.com/cOwQY3fT3O

— Major League Soccer (@MLS) July 18, 2024

Purchasing hospitality tickets is one way to practically guarantee your spot at a match in the 2026 World Cup, albeit a rather expensive one. FIFA describe the hospitality experience as “a truly unforgettable experience at the biggest sporting event in history.”

Like regular matchday tickets, these have not yet gone on sale. Supporters can currently register their interest through the governing body's official website.

Which stadiums can I visit at the 2026 World Cup?

The schedule for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is here, and there's no better place than Atlanta for the global game. #WeAre26 #WeAreAtlanta pic.twitter.com/kEUW876N5y

— FIFA World Cup 26 Atlanta™ (@FWC26Atlanta) February 4, 2024

One thing FIFA has revealed is the host stadiums for the 2026 World Cup, and which stadiums will be hosting which games. The full list of stadiums is as follows:

Canada

• Toronto – BMO Field
• Vancouver – BC Place Vancouver

Mexico

• Guadalajara – Estadio Akron
• Mexico City – Estadio Azteca
• Monterrey – Estadio BBVA

USA

• Atlanta – Mercedes-Benz Stadium
• Boston – Gillette Stadium
• Dallas – AT&T Stadium
• Houston – NRG Stadium
• Kansas City – Arrowhead Stadium
• Los Angeles – SoFi Stadium
• Miami – Hard Rock Stadium
• New Jersey – MetLife Stadium
• Philadelphia – Lincoln Financial Field
• San Francisco – Levi's Stadium
• Seattle – Lumen Field

MetLife Stadium in New Jersey has been selected to host the World Cup final. The decision has received some backlash, with some fans believing the stadium is outdated, uninspiring and in a poor location in terms of nearby entertainment. However, after the venue hosted the 2025 Club World Cup final, with more than 81,000 spectators in attendance, MetLife will again make history in 2026.  Meanwhile, Mexico City's Estadio Azteca will host the tournament's opening match.

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Getting tickets for the 2026 World Cup is sure to be an adventure, but with a little planning, fans can boost their chances of scoring those coveted seats. FIFA usually sells tickets in phases, starting with a random draw and then moving on to first-come, first-served sales.

There is also the option of ticket resales and the third-party market. Though we suspect FIFA will try to come down hard on that.

With matches being held across the USA, Canada, and Mexico, travel logistics will be just as crucial as getting your ticket. Cities like New York and Los Angeles are expected to have high demand, so consider looking for group-stage games if you are desperate to see a game.

Hospitality packages can also be a cheeky way to secure tickets for lower-priority games. Given the tournament is in America, we suspect some fixtures will be much easier to get tickets for and a lot cheaper.