The Random Selection Draw sales phase operates as a draw-based ticket allocation process.
The application period for this sales phase occurred from 11 December 2025 to 13 January 2026. The application period began and ended at the same time on both dates: 11:00 am (Eastern Time) / 8:00 am (Pacific Time) / 10:00 am (Mexico City Time) / 17:00 (Central European Time).
The following was in effect when the Random Selection Draw sales phase was open:
All applications submitted within this sales phase are processed together, so the timing of your application does not affect your chances of success as long as it is submitted before the application period closes.
During the application phase, you will need to choose which match(es), category(ies) and number of ticket(s) you wish to apply for, subject to terms and conditions. Please note that ticket categories may vary depending on the sales phase. For example, some ticket categories may not be available in all sales phases due to availability.
As part of your application, you will need to submit your payment card details. Following the draw, FIFA will allocate tickets to applicants; you may be successful, partially successful, or unsuccessful. If you are successful or partially successful, FIFA Ticketing will inform you by email of the tickets allocated to you. The payment card provided in your application will be automatically charged for those tickets. Please note that FIFA Ticketing will charge your card, and you will not have the option to choose whether to purchase the allocated tickets after being informed of your successful or partially successful application.
Ticket applications are subject to applicable terms, which will be available prior to the application period at FIFA.com/tickets. No purchase is necessary to enter the draw. If successful, your payment card will be automatically charged. You must be 18 years of age or older to apply. Participation in the Random Selection Draw is subject to the Official Rules for the Random Selection Draw General Public and Participating Member Association Supporters.
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ terms and conditions related to the sale and use of tickets are, or will be, available in the legal documents section of FIFA.com/tickets.
The information in these FAQs is provided for guidance only and may be updated from time to time. These FAQs do not take precedence over the terms and conditions.