FIFA Opens Second Phase of World Cup 2026 Ticket Sales

FIFA has launched the second phase of ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup, releasing another one million tickets as anticipation builds for the tournament set to be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

The draw, which opened Monday and runs until Friday at 11 a.m. Eastern Time, gives fans around the world a chance to secure seats, but includes a special domestic window for residents of the three host nations.

Heimo Schirgi, FIFA’s Chief Operating Officer for the World Cup, said the phase aims to reward local fans while maintaining global accessibility.

“This second phase, with its host country domestic exclusivity time slot, will allow us to say ‘thank you’ to these local fans, while ensuring global opportunity as well,” Schirgi said.

Residents of the US, Canada, and Mexico who enter the draw before the deadline could receive randomized time slots to purchase tickets between November 12 and 15, with notifications sent at least 48 hours in advance. The broader international sales window opens on November 17.

According to FIFA, the first phase of ticketing saw record demand from the three host countries, followed by England, Germany, Brazil, Spain, Colombia, Argentina, and France.

The final match will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.

Despite the excitement, questions remain over visa requirements for international fans, particularly amid tighter US immigration measures. Analysts say that could affect attendance, as illustrated by slow ticket sales for a recent Argentina–Puerto Rico friendly that was relocated from Chicago to Florida.

The 2026 World Cup will feature 104 matches across 16 venues, with approximately 7.1 million total seats to fill. Ticket prices have ranged widely, from $60 for the cheapest seats to more than $2,700 for top-category games.

Inglewood, California, will host the US team’s opening match on June 12, where resale prices have already soared, one ticket was listed for over $60,000 earlier this month.

For the first time, FIFA will use a dynamic pricing system, meaning ticket costs could fluctuate based on demand, similar to airline models.