FIFA opens exclusive World Cup ticket presale draw for Visa cardholders

Several contributors from The Points Guy attempted to enter the draw with varying experiences; some encountered technical issues such as timing out or error messages during sign-in. One editor successfully entered using her Visa card information.

After the draw concludes on Sept. 19, selected entrants will be notified via email on or after Sept. 29 with instructions and an assigned time slot to purchase tickets beginning Oct. 1. Available options include single-match tickets starting at $60 for group-stage games as well as venue-specific and team-specific ticket packages.

Those who do not have an eligible Visa card or are unsuccessful in this phase will have additional opportunities in subsequent phases:

- Phase 2 ("Early Ticket Draw") will operate similarly but without requiring a Visa card; registration is scheduled for Oct. 27-31.

- Phase 3 ("Random Selection Draw") begins after the tournament’s Final Draw on Dec. 5.

- Remaining tickets closer to the event will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

- FIFA also plans to launch an official resale platform later this year.

Fans are encouraged to register for a FIFA ID at https://www.fifa.com/tickets/ in order to participate in future ticketing phases and receive updates.

"To stay up-to-date on World Cup ticketing phases, be sure to register your interest and create a FIFA ID at FIFA.com/tickets."