Your Complete Guide to Scoring 2026 World Cup Tickets

Fans gearing up for the 2026 World Cup across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico have plenty of ways to score tickets—but the process can feel like a maze. Two million tickets are already gone, and the rush is only heating up.

Before jumping in, remember: dynamic pricing is in play, meaning prices shift with demand. And even if you land a ticket, you’ll still need to clear any required entry paperwork, especially with changing U.S. visa rules.

? What’s New This Time?

• The tournament is the biggest World Cup ever, with 48 teams.

• Hospitality packages are already available—but they’re pricey and the teams for those matches aren’t known yet.

• A fresh schedule drops right after the Dec. 5 group-stage draw, which is when the real scramble begins.

? How to Buy World Cup Tickets

The safest option is FIFA’s official ticketing shop, where two main sales waves are left.

1. Random-Draw Ticket Lottery

• Opens Dec. 11, closes Jan. 13.

• Applying early doesn’t boost your odds—everyone gets the same shot.

• You can request multiple matches, but you may only score a portion of your picks.

• Four pricing tiers run roughly $60–$620.

2. First-Come, First-Served Sale

• Happens closer to kickoff.

• Whatever tickets remain get released—fast fingers win here.

? Hospitality Options (For Fans Who Don’t Want to Gamble)

• Single-match hospitality starts around $1,400 and can shoot past $3,000.

• Venue-specific bundles covering 4–9 games start near $8,275.

• The upcoming “Follow My Team” package begins at $6,750 and only guarantees entry through the Round of 32.

• Prices shift constantly thanks to demand-based pricing.

?? PMA Tickets

Each qualifying nation gets its own ticket allotment. Buying through your country’s football federation can sometimes be a smoother - or cheaper - path, but rules vary.

? Resale Market Reality

You can try FIFA’s resale exchange or third-party marketplaces.

• Fees can be high (FIFA charges about 15%, no cap).

• Prices swing like crazy—from hundreds of thousands for the final to under $300 for some group-stage seats.

?? Travel & Entry Considerations

A ticket doesn’t guarantee entry to the host nations. With past travel bans affecting countries like Haiti and Iran, fans should secure visas as early as possible. Even with fast-track systems in place, delays are common.