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On this page, you will learn about the purchase procedure on the official FIFA website, the price range, the resale mechanism, and theThe author's own failure storyIt covers information based on real-life experiences ranging from
Ticket Sales Schedule
| phase | time | Details |
|---|---|---|
| First Lottery | Fall 2024 | First lottery sales (completed) |
| 2nd Lottery | Spring 2025 | Additional lottery sales (already completed) |
| Third Lottery | Fall 2025 | Final Lottery Sales (Completed) |
| first-come-first-served basis | Spring 2026 (planned) | Remaining seats sold on a first-come, first-served basis |
| Official Resale | at any time | Official resale from winners |
Purchase procedure on the official FIFA website
Step 1: Create a FIFA ID
first (of all)FIFA IDCreate a This account is required to purchase tickets and must be linked to your passport information.
- Sign up with your email address
- Name must be written in the same Roman alphabet as in the passport
- You may be asked to upload a photo of yourself.
- One account per person (duplicate registrations risk disabling)
Step 2: Select the type of ticket
- Individual Match TicketsPurchase: Select one specific match to purchase
- Team Follow Ticket (FMT)Purchase a set of matches of the team you support (set of 3 matches in the group stage) →. Click here for FMT details
- Venue Series TicketsPurchase multiple matches at a specific venue at one time.
Step 3: Category Selection and Price Guide
Tickets are divided into categories 1-4 according to seating position, with different prices.
| [Official Resale] 2/21 Price Report: Final Data Before Closing! All 72 Matches | group stage | Knockout Stage | Final |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cat.1 (highest seat) | $300 approx. | $500-$800 | $1,600+ |
| Cat.2 | $200 approx. | $350 to $550 | $1,100+ |
| Cat.3 | $120 approx. | $200 to $350 | $600+ |
| Cat.4 (entry) | $60 approx. | $100 to $150 | — |
*Prices are estimates based on official FIFA announcements. Amounts in yen may vary depending on the exchange rate.
Step 4: Payment and Finalization
Payment will be made by credit card (Visa recommended). In the case of a lottery, payment procedures will be guided after notification of selection. In the case of first-come, first-served, payment is made immediately upon application.
- Settlement currency is USD (US Dollar)
- Visa payment is the smoothest since Visa Card is the official sponsor
- There are restrictions on cancellations and changes after winning a prize.
Notes on Ticket Purchases
Buying on unofficial websites is dangerous.
Tickets sold on unofficial platforms such as StubHub, viagogo, mercari, etc. are,Risk of being denied admissionare available; FIFA does not allow ticket resale outside of official resales, and unofficial tickets are likely to be voided.
Tickets are available at Mobile Tickets
Tickets for the 2026 convention are available atMobile Ticket (Digital)is the basis of the event: enter by displaying the QR code from the official FIFA app or the ticket portal. No paper tickets will be mailed.
Name change only via official resale
Since the ticket is tied to your FIFA ID, name changes can only be made through the official resale. Transfers to friends must also be made through Resale. Mismatched names may result in denial of admission, as ID verification may take place at the venue.
The ticket sales rules for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America are significantly different from previous tournaments.
The official resale market, in particular,
dynamic pricing / fees / taxes— if you don't know about these in advance, you could end up losing tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of yen.
When I personally purchased tickets through resale, I had the experience of thinking, "So this is how it works..."
On this page,
the "Resale Disaster Stories" series based on real experience, and how to secure Japan match tickets (FMT)
are compiled here.
Start with the most important information below.
[Must Read] Resale Disaster Stories Series
Start here.
Don't make the same mistakes I did.
Part 1: Resale Disaster! "3 Things You Need to Know to Avoid Losing Money"
Part 2: Resale Disaster - "Where to Buy? The Truth About Prices and Market Rates"
Part 3: Resale Disaster - "Don't Buy Group Stage Tickets. Strategy for Japan Match Fans"
Part 4: Resale Disaster - "Late Night Pay Now. The Terrifying Payment Log"
Part 5: Resale Disaster - "The Invoice That Confirmed My Nightmare"
To Secure Japan Match Tickets, Use "FMT"
Without relying on the lottery, the only way to secure all of Japan's group stage matches (+more) is
Follow My Team (FMT) .
- It covers "all matches of a specific country"
- Tickets are automatically updated based on Japan's results
- No price fluctuation risk like resale
- Easier to plan your trip
"I absolutely want to watch Japan's matches" or "I'm going with kids/family, so I can't afford to miss out"
For those people, FMT is the strongest option.
Learn more about FMT here.
A Recently Discovered Trick
2026 Ticket Sales Schedule (Official)
The currently published schedule is as follows.
*Subject to change as new information becomes available.
- December 5, 2025: Final Draw
- First Half of 2026: General Sales Phase
- Spring-Summer 2026: Official Resale Market Opens
- Just Before the Tournament: Resale Market at Its Most Active
*This page will be updated as new information becomes available.
Related Links (Updated Regularly)
- FIFA Official Ticket Site
- Japan Football Association (JFA) Press Releases
- Match Day Guide, Travel Preparation & Accommodation Info
Important Notes
This page provides information based on personal experience for informational purposes.
Ticket prices, tournament schedules, taxes, and other details are subject to change.
Japanese yen conversions are approximate, calculated at 1 USD = 160 JPY.
Please purchase tickets at your own risk.