Ticket Sale Phases and Mandatory Pre-registration
Fans interested in attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup must complete a pre-registration on FIFA.com/tickets by creating a FIFA ID, allowing them to enter the initial request phase. However, ticket allocation will be subject to a random draw.
General Ticket Sale and Luxury Hospitality Packages
The general ticket sale will take place in multiple phases between September 2025 and July 2026, with specific dates and payment methods to be announced later. FIFA has emphasized that its official website is the only valid source for acquiring tickets, warning that purchasing through unauthorized channels could invalidate event access.
Right To Buy (RTB) Option
For those who wish to secure their spot without relying on the lottery, there’s an option called Right To Buy (RTB), available through FIFA Collect. This system comes with an additional cost ranging from $300 (5,625 MXN) to $3,000 (56,257 MXN), but it only grants preferential purchase rights and not the ticket itself.
Luxury Packages
Although individual ticket prices have not been disclosed, FIFA’s official portal offers premium hospitality packages that include exclusive services and guaranteed access to World Cup venues. These packages are available for matches in Mexico, with prices ranging from 32,980 to 308,250 MXN per person depending on the match, venue, and service category.
- Single Match Package:
- Group Stage (individual packages with hospitality):
- Guadalajara (Estadio Akron):
- June 11: from $34,200 MXN
- June 23: from $34,200 MXN
- June 26: from $43,250 MXN
- Monterrey (Estadio BBVA):
- June 14: from $35,700 MXN
- June 20: from $35,700 MXN
- June 24: from $34,700 MXN
- Mexico City (Estadio Azteca):
- June 17: from $54,300 MXN
- June 30 (Round of 16): from $62,400 MXN
- Venue Series Package:
- Includes 4 to 9 matches at the same venue. For Estadio Azteca, prices per person are:
- Pitchside Lounge – M001 (Opening Ceremony): $308,250 MXN
- M024 (Group Stage): $111,000 MXN
- M053 (Group Stage): $186,250 MXN
- M079 (Round of 16): $134,750 MXN
- M092 (Quarterfinals): $186,250 MXN
- Follow My Team Package:
Total per selected package: $926,500 MXN
Includes three group stage matches and one Round of 16 match for non-host teams. From $130,950 MXN per person.
Recommendations and Next Steps
FIFA advises fans to register early and stay updated on their email and FIFA ID account for lottery selection notifications. Remember that having a ticket does not guarantee entry into the host country, so it’s recommended to verify migration requirements for Mexico, the United States, or Canada well in advance.
The official drawing ceremony for the 2026 World Cup will take place in December 2025, revealing the complete match schedule, venues, and timings. This could impact ticket demand and prices.
With an expected 6.5 million attendees, the 2026 World Cup will set a new milestone in international football history, with Mexico hosting 13 matches in Ciudad de México, Guadalajara, and Monterrey.
