Exclusive Opportunity for Visa Cardholders: FIFA World Cup 2026 Ticket Sales

Strategic Insights -

As the world gears up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Visa, the Federation Internationale de Football Association's (FIFA) Official Payment Technology Partner, is offering an exclusive opportunity for Visa cardholders to purchase tickets in the first phase of sales. This unique chance will give fans a head start on securing their spot at the greatest show on earth. With the fan journey kicking off on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, Visa cardholders can enter the Visa Presale Draw between September 10 and September 19, 2025, for a chance to purchase tickets.

Key Takeaways:

  • The first phase of ticket sales for the FIFA World Cup 2026 will open on September 10, 2025, exclusively for Visa cardholders.
  • Visa cardholders can enter the Visa Presale Draw between September 10 and September 19, 2025, for a chance to purchase tickets.
  • The draw will be held at the end of the application period, with successful Visa cardholders being notified by email beginning no earlier than September 30, 2025.
  • These successful cardholders will be assigned a date and time slot in October to purchase tickets through FIFA.com/tickets, subject to availability.
  • Visa will provide a fast, secure, and seamless checkout experience for sports fans around the world as the exclusive payment provider during the first ticket sales phase.
  • Visa's Chief Marketing Officer, Frank Cooper, stated, "This isn't just about early access to tickets - it's about unlocking opportunities across North America, fuelling the passion of the global football community and ensuring the economic impact of the tournament reaches far beyond the final whistle."
  • FIFA encourages fans to make purchases only through FIFA.com/tickets, the official and preferred source of tickets for the FIFA World Cup, to ensure the authenticity and validity of the experience.

Statistics:

  • 48 teams will participate in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
  • 104 matches will be played across the three host countries.
  • The tournament will take place in three countries for the first time in history.

Sources:

  • [Federation Internationale de Football Association (2025). FIFA World Cup 2026 Ticket Sales to Begin with Exclusive Opportunity for Visa Cardholders.]
  • [Visa (2025). Exclusive Opportunity for Visa Cardholders: FIFA World Cup 2026 Ticket Sales]
  • [Visa (2025). Visa and FIFA Join Forces to Bring Fans Closer to the FIFA World Cup 2026.]