2026 World Cup Tickets: Sales Start Date and How to Apply

FIFA will open ticket applications for the 2026 World Cup on September 10. Learn how to register and secure your seats for the tournament in Mexico, the U.S., and Canada.

Joel Casillas

7/16/20251 min read

🎟️ FIFA Announces Ticket Sales Process for 2026 World Cup

🌎 The Road to the 2026 World Cup Begins for Fans

FIFA has officially announced that the ticket application process for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will begin on September 10, 2025. This historic edition, the largest ever, will feature 48 national teams and 104 matches across Mexico, the United States, and Canada.

The tournament will kick off on June 11, 2026, with the opening match set to be played at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

📌 How Will the Ticketing Process Work?

Due to the expected high demand, tickets will be sold in phases, as confirmed by FIFA. It has not yet been announced whether a dynamic pricing model will be used, a system previously implemented for other FIFA events such as the Club World Cup.

🗣️ FIFA's Message to Fans

FIFA President Gianni Infantino encouraged fans from all corners of the globe to prepare early and not miss their chance:

“We look forward to welcoming the world back to North America for the biggest sporting event on the planet. We urge fans from everywhere to prepare and secure one of the most coveted tickets in sports.”

📊 What to Know About the 2026 World Cup

  • 🔢 48 participating teams

  • 🏟️ 104 matches across three countries

  • 👥 Over 6.5 million fans expected

  • 📍 Matches hosted in Mexico, the U.S., and Canada

✅ Where to Register?

Fans interested in receiving updates and accessing ticket sales can register directly on FIFA's official website:
👉 https://www.fifa.com