How Much Does a World Cup 2022 Ticket Cost? Cost and Where to Buy

Kevin Omuya

updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:16 PM

The anticipation for the opening match between hosts Qatar and Ecuador in the Fifa World Cup 2022 is intensifying. The hosts and the crowds of spectators who will converge on the Gulf nation for the month-long football carnival are now the centres of attention. After authorities had declared that only those with match tickets would be permitted to enter Qatar for the WC, entry regulations to the nation were recently loosened.

It has taken 12 years to prepare for this competition, which begins on 20 November 2022. In 2010, when Qatar defeated the USA in the final round of voting, it was decided to award them the World Cup. When that announcement was made, one of the first things that fans wanted to know was how those who wanted to travel might obtain accessibility. Here, we examine the procedure and the cost of tickets for the FIFA World Cup 2022.

When does the World Cup 2022 start?

The opening game of the 2022 WC, between hosts Qatar and Ecuador, will be played at the Al Bayt Stadium. The Lusail Stadium in Doha will host the 64th and final match of the tournament on December 18.

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What are the categories of tickets?

Fans can choose from a wide variety of options. Category 1 seats are the most prestigious and expensive options in the stadium. Qatari natives and those with valid work visas are eligible for discounted Category 4.

How much will a ticket for the FIFA world cup 2022 final cost?

Category 1 to the final is the most expensive at 5,850 Qatari rials (roughly $1600). At the last WC, played in Russia, the most expensive ones for the championship game were $1100.

How much does a World Cup 2022 ticket cost?

Many supporters have voiced their displeasure about the wide price disparity between the four tiers of Qatar 2022 access. Below you will find a detailed breakdown of the entry prices and an encouragement to get access well before the tournament's commencement.

Match

Category 1

Category 2

Category 3

Category 4

Accessibility

Opening match (Qatar v Ecuador)

$618

$440

$302

$55

$55

Group matches

$220

$165

$69

$11

$11

Round of 16 matches

$275

$206

$96

$19

$19

Quarterfinals matches

$426

$288

$206

$82

$82

Semifinals matches

$956

$659

$357

$137

$137

Third-place match

$426

$302

$206

$82

$82

Final

$1,607

$1003

$604

$206

$206

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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