🚨 URGENT: Ticket Lottery Opens September 10!
Key Dates:
- • September 10-19: Visa Presale Lottery
- • Late September: Lottery Results
- • October: Purchase Window
- • 2025: Additional Sales Phases
Requirements:
- • Visa card required for this phase
- • FIFA account at FIFA.com/tickets
- • Up to 6 tickets per match
- • One application per family
🎫 Ticket Lottery Guide
Step-by-Step Summary
Create a FIFA Ticketing Account
Go to FIFA.com/tickets and register before September 10
Have a Visa Card Ready
The Sept 10–19 phase is a Visa presale lottery
Apply Between Sept 10–19
Log in, select the matches, request up to 6 tickets (enough for your family of 4), and submit your application
Enter Family Details
Add names, birthdates, and passport/ID info for all 4 members
Wait for Lottery Results
FIFA will notify you in late September if you're selected
Purchase Tickets if Selected
If you win, you'll get a specific date & time in October to pay for your tickets using your Visa card
Future Chances
If you don't win, you can try again in later sales phases open to everyone
Tips for Success
- Apply early in the window (Sept 10-11) for best chances
- Choose multiple matches and cities for better odds
- Book accommodation BEFORE applying for tickets
- Consider less popular matchups for higher success rates
- Have backup plans for multiple cities
🏙️ Host Cities Guide
🇺🇸 United States (11 Cities)
🇨🇦 Canada (2 Cities)
🇲🇽 Mexico (3 Cities)
✈️ Travel Planning Tips
🏨 Accommodation Strategy
- Book Early: Hotels fill up 12+ months in advance
- Consider Nearby Cities: Stay 1-2 hours away for better rates
- Extended Stays: Book 3-4 nights minimum for better deals
- Group Bookings: Split costs with friends/family
✈️ Flight Planning
- Book Flights First: Before accommodation for flexibility
- Flexible Dates: Arrive 1-2 days before matches
- Multi-City Tours: Visit multiple host cities
- International Hub: Use major airports (LAX, JFK, YYZ)
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When does the ticket lottery open?
The Visa presale lottery opens on September 10, 2025, and runs through September 19, 2025. This is the first phase and requires a Visa card.
How many tickets can I buy?
You can purchase up to 6 tickets per match during the lottery phase. Each family can submit one application.
What if I don't have a Visa card?
The September lottery is only for Visa cardholders. Additional sales phases will open in 2025 for other payment methods.
Should I book accommodation before getting tickets?
Yes! Book refundable accommodation now. Hotels are already filling up, and you can cancel if you don't get tickets.
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