Fifa opened this Monday, October 27, 2025, the second phase of ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup, to be held in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. A batch with over one million entries is available to fans. Interested parties must express interest through a draw until 12 pm on Friday, October 31.
The process requires registration on Fifa’s official website and enrollment in the ticket section. Those who participated in the pre-sale exclusive to Visa customers need to repeat the action. The drawn participants will be notified starting November 13.
- Interest expression: Until 12 pm on October 31.
- Notification of drawn: Starting November 13.
- Purchase confirmation: Begins on November 15 for most.
- Priority for hosts: Residents buy from November 12, but only for games in their countries.
Registration process and deadlines
Fans access fifa.com/tickets to register with Fifa ID. Enrollment in the Early Ticket Draw is mandatory.
The current phase does not allow selection of specific games. Directed tickets will be sold after the group draw, scheduled for December 5.
Ticket prices and categories
Official prices have not yet been released by Fifa. Reports indicate that final entries at MetLife Stadium could reach US$ 6,370.
Categories include options for group stages, round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final. Team-specific packages will also be available in future stages.
Subsequent sales phases
Group draw takes place on December 5. Sales with match selection start shortly after.
Remaining ticket phase opens months before the tournament in 2026. Unsold tickets return to the market.
Priority for host countries
Residents of Canada, the United States, and Mexico buy from November 12. Exclusivity is limited to games in national territory.
The measure aims to meet local demand first. Foreign fans follow the general schedule.
Tournament preparations
The 2026 World Cup features 48 teams. The event takes place in 16 cities across the three countries.
Infrastructure includes stadiums like MetLife in New Jersey. Investments in accommodation and transportation are underway.
Ticket distribution
Current batch totals over one million tickets. Pre-sale phase sold out quickly among Visa customers.
Draw ensures equal access. System avoids virtual queues and scalping.
Canada plans to invest up to R$ 5 billion in preparations. Funds cover security, mobility, and legacy.
Detailed future stages
After group draw, sales include team packages. Knockout phase options follow.
Final phase sells remainders. Prices vary by category and stadium location.
Fifa expanded the number of teams to 48 for the 2026 tournament. The change increases matches and ticket demand. Host countries receive initial purchase priority locally.