In short: yes — but not all of them. The first phase of ticket sales for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is underway, and while you can’t just buy any match ticket yet, there are ways to get in on the action now. SantaKick is here to break down exactly what’s live, what’s coming, and how to make sure you don’t miss out.
What does “on sale” mean right now
- The Visa Presale Draw phase is active from September 10 to September 19, 2025 (11:00 ET start both days). This is a lottery-style window for Visa cardholders.
- Winners of that lottery will be notified starting September 29, 2025, and can begin purchasing tickets starting October 1, 2025 2025.
- Also, hospitality (VIP) packages are already on sale. These are premium experiences and cost a lot more.
So yes — a portion of tickets are “on sale” (or soon will be for winners) but general public ticket availability for all matches is not yet fully open.
Ticket pricing & availability: what to expect
Here are key things fans should know:
- Price Range: Tickets for group-stage matches start at around USD $60. The most premium seats (especially for the Final) may go up to about USD $6,730.
- Dynamic pricing is being used. That means price can go up depending on demand, match importance, seat location, etc.
- Ticket types include:
- Single-match tickets
- Venue-specific or stadium-based tickets
- Team-specific tickets (follow a team’s group-stage matches)
Upcoming phases: when more tickets will be available
If you missed the Visa Presale Draw or didn’t get lucky, there are more phases to come:
- Phase 2 — Early draw: application window in October 27-31, 2025. Winners will get purchase slots likely between mid-November to early December.
- Phase 3 — Post-draw random selection: this happens after the final World Cup draw, December 5, 2025. Once team matchups are known, fans can apply for specific matches.
- First-come, first-served phase — Closer to the tournament, tickets remaining will be sold without lottery, simply whoever acts fast.
Also, there will be an official resale platform from FIFA to allow people to resell valid tickets rather than relying on risky third-party sellers. C Chicago)
What you should be doing now
To maximize your chance of getting tickets:
- Register a FIFA ID on the official website as soon as possible. You’ll need that for all phases.
- If you have a Visa card, don’t miss the Visa Presale draw window (Sep 10-19). If selected, you’ll get an email and then a time slot to buy starting October 1.
- Know your budget and decide which match(es) you want: group stage vs knockout vs final. Premium matches cost far more.
- Keep track of the subsequent phases — if you miss one, another chance will come.
- Avoid unofficial resale sites early — prices are often inflated, and validity is riskier. Use the official resale platform when available.
Conclusion
Are World Cup 2026 tickets on sale yet? Yes — partly. The Visa Presale Draw is live right now, with selected fans able to buy starting October 1. Hospitality packages are already available. But the full public sale for all matches has not opened yet.
SantaKick encourages you: get your FIFA ID, enter the Visa draw, decide which matches you want, set aside enough time and money — these tickets will move fast. Stay tuned for Phase 2 and Phase 3 so you don’t miss your chance to be in the stands — whether it’s cheering for your country in the group stage or witnessing the final live.
