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2026 World Cup Ticket Lottery Opens Dec. 11 as Resale Prices Soar

Official resale listings run into the thousands of dollars, raising access concerns for regular supporters.

Overview

  • FIFA will accept public registrations for ticket allocation from 11 December 2025 at 17:00 CET to 13 January 2026 at 17:00 CET via its platforms.
  • A further draw is scheduled for February 2026, with successful applicants charged immediately and tickets distributed in April.
  • FIFA’s official resale platform is live with a 15% fee and shows minimum listings of about $5,000 for the opening match and $8,000 for the final.
  • FIFA reports more than two million tickets were sold before the tournament draw and schedule release.
  • French fans can request a personalized access code via the FFF ticketing form until 11 December, while members of supporters’ groups will receive codes by email.