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Ticket sales for the 2018 World Cup have resumed today, December 5. The start of the second stage of the sale is given at 12:00 Moscow time. This was reported on the official website.

Fans from all over the world will be able to apply for tickets exclusively through FIFA.com/bilet. The second phase of sales will be divided into two periods.

During this period, fans will be able to apply for tickets for all matches, except for the opening and final matches, as well as other ticket products. At the same time, it does not matter on what day of this stage the application is submitted: all applications will have an equal chance of success, regardless of the date of submission. If the number of applications exceeds the number of available seats, tickets will be distributed by random drawing.

During this time, tickets not allocated in the previous phase will be sold in real time on a first come, first served basis at FIFA.com/bilet. Successful applications will be confirmed instantly, subject to the availability of tickets.

“Fan tickets” and “fan tickets for possible matches of a specific team”.

In addition to tickets for certain matches (including tickets of the 4th category, which is reserved only for residents of the Russian Federation) and other ticket products, you can also apply for “fan tickets” and “fan tickets for possible matches of a certain team”.

Each of the 32 participating teams is allocated a certain number of "fan tickets" and "fan tickets for possible team matches". Fans of a certain national team, as part of the second stage of sales, will be able to apply for the purchase of such tickets. Fan tickets are tickets for each of the three group matches of a specific team. “Fan Tickets for Potential Matches for a Specific Team” are tickets for each of the four playoff matches that the respective team could potentially participate in, provided they advance to the next stage of the tournament. For each participating team, 8% of the total capacity of the stadiums where it will play is reserved.

It also allocates a certain number of tickets for a special category of people, based on the number of seats available in the stands of 12 stadiums for people with disabilities, people with limited mobility and overweight people.

Tickets purchased during the 1st and 2nd sales stages will be delivered to the owners free of charge for several weeks before the start of the tournament. Ticket delivery will not begin until April / May 2018 (subject to change). All fans will receive notification of the application status by March 12, 2018. 742,760 tickets have already been distributed.

As a result of the first stage of sales, which was also divided into two periods, 742,760 tickets were distributed. Most of the applications came from Russia, but interest from foreign fans is also growing steadily: 47 percent of tickets in the first round of sales were distributed to foreign fans. Fans from the USA, Brazil, Germany, China, Mexico, Israel, Argentina, Australia and England are leading the way.

On the initiative of the Russian authorities, in order to attend all matches, after purchasing a ticket, all fans must also obtain a FAN ID. We recommend that you apply for this free document as soon as you receive confirmation of your ticket purchase by email after the end of the sales period by random drawing.

Fans must have a valid ticket and FAN ID in order to enter the stadiums where the matches will take place. In addition, the FAN ID allows you to take advantage of additional benefits and services: visa-free entry to the territory of the Russian Federation, free travel on special trains between the host cities, free travel on public transport on the day of the match. Detailed information on the FAN ID can be found on the website

The following have already been selected for the tournament: the Russian national team (as the team of the host country), as well as the national teams of Brazil, Iran, Japan, Mexico, Belgium, South Korea and Saudi Arabia.

When is the start of sales?

Mass sales of tickets for the World Cup will begin on September 14, 2017 at 12:00 Moscow time.

Where can you buy?

FIFA.com/bilet only. FIFA will also open dedicated sales centers in the cities hosting the tournament's matches.

How to buy?

Ticket sales will take place in several stages:

- 1 stage of sales (two periods)

From September 14 to October 12, 2017 - the first period. So far, you can only apply for tickets, and redeem them later, if your application is approved: in whole or in part. Until November 16, all fans will be told whether they have received the right to buy a ticket for the submitted application. If there are more applications for tickets than available seats, a random draw will be held for distribution.

The second period of the first phase of sales will last from 16 to 28 November 2017. Tickets for matches can be purchased on a first come, first served basis, that is, until they run out.

- 2nd stage of sales (two periods)

From December 5, 2017 to January 21, 2018, you can apply for tickets again. On a first come, first served basis, they will be sold from March 13 to April 3, 2018.

- 3rd stage of sales

Those football fans who will not be able to buy tickets during the first two stages of sales will have a chance to get them at the “last moment”. This stage will take place from April 18 to July 15, 2018, that is, until the final day of the championship. Tickets will be on sale as long as they are available, no advance requests are required.

Does it make sense to buy tickets at the first stage, even before the draw for the teams?

Yes there is. A fan can buy a ticket package for a specific stadium in a specific city. For example, the ticket package for Luzhniki includes 3 group stage matches and 1 1/8 final match.

In addition, you can buy a package for matches (from 3 to 7 games) of a certain team: for example, Russia or Brazil. You do not need to know the schedule in advance for this.

Also, at the first stage, it will be possible to leave a request, and then buy:

- Tickets for a specific match: you can choose any, from the opening to the final.

- Ticket packages for a specific stadium: group stage matches (except for the opening match), 1/8 finals and third place matches, which are played at the selected stadium.

When will the tickets be delivered and how much will it cost?

Ticket delivery will begin no earlier than April-May 2018 (subject to change).

Tickets purchased during the first and second stages of sales will be received by owners for free for several weeks before the start of the tournament.

How much will tickets for the World Cup cost?

All tickets, depending on the price, the place on the stand and the stage of the tournament, are divided into 4 categories. The fourth category is intended only for Russian citizens as residents of the host country of the World Cup. The total share of such tickets at the tournament will be 350,000.

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The most expensive ticket will cost 66 thousand rubles. This is the first category ticket for the final game of the championship, which will be held at the Luzhniki stadium, according to the official FIFA website.

Are there any discounts for children?

There are no discounts on tickets for children.

How many tickets can I buy?

In total, one person can purchase a maximum of 4 tickets for a single match.

Do I need a FAN ID?

Yes, definitely. To enter the stadium, in addition to a ticket, you will also need a fan passport (Fan-ID). But the ticket can be bought without it.

The FIFA website recommends applying for this free document as soon as the fan receives confirmation of the ticket purchase by email after the end of the sales period by random drawing, i.e. after November 16, 2017.

A FAN ID allows you to take advantage of additional benefits and services: visa-free entry to the territory of the Russian Federation, free travel on special trains between the host cities, free travel on public transport on the day of the match.

the site publishes instructions for those who do not want to postpone the purchase of tickets until the last moment.

The best national teams of the world will come to Russia for the 2018 FIFA World Cup next summer. One of the main sporting events will bring together hundreds of thousands of fans from all over the world, and billions of TV viewers will watch the matches. Naturally, many football fans from Moscow will not want to miss the matches that will take place here. After all, it is the capital that will become the main city of the championship. In order not to miss a unique chance and get to the games of the 2018 World Cup, you should take care of tickets in advance - their sale has already begun.

Please note that tickets can be purchased at this stage exclusively on the FIFA website. Buyers should study the rules set by the International Football Federation and follow the instructions.

What will Moscow see?

The World Cup matches will be held from June 14 to July 15, 2018 in 11 cities: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Kazan, Sochi, Nizhny Novgorod, Samara, Volgograd, Rostov-on-Don, Kaliningrad, Yekaterinburg and Saransk. The capital is called the main city of the future championship for a reason. The organizers are preparing to host 12 games here, as well as the opening and closing ceremonies of the tournament.

The main events will take place at the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena. Both ceremonies and seven meetings will take place here: the opening match, three group stage matches, one eighth of the final, semi-final and final. Five more games of the tournament will be hosted by Spartak Stadium: four matches of the group stage and one-eighth of the final.

Which teams will take to the Moscow fields will become known on December 1, when the 2018 FIFA World Cup final draw ceremony will take place. All participants will be divided into eight groups of four teams each. They will be assigned letter designations from A to H. It is known that the Russian national team received the designation A1 and on June 14, 2018, the world championship will open in Luzhniki with a match with her participation.

Where to start buying?

How many tickets are given to one hand?

In addition to the fact that everyone can buy no more than four tickets for the game, there is a whole list of restrictions. According to the organizers, they should help fight resellers and offer fans as many options as possible.

According to the rules, one fan will not be able to purchase tickets for more than seven matches and buy more than 28 tickets for himself and all his guests as part of his application (maximum four tickets for one match). The only exception is when buying non-fixed tickets: one application can include a ticket package for attending up to eight matches.

Buyers can combine tickets for individual matches with ticket packages for a specific stadium. But in one application, there should still be no more than 28 tickets. If FIFA finds inconsistencies in the application, it may be canceled.

In addition, it is not allowed to buy tickets for different matches taking place on the same day. And one person - a customer or a guest - cannot buy more than one ticket for a match, leaving several applications.

You can buy tickets for only one category for a specific game. However, you can order different categories of tickets for different matches.

How to pay and receive tickets?

After the buyer chooses a ticket, the site will offer to enter the bank card details. The money will be written off from it if, according to the results of the drawing of lots, the tickets will go to him (only after the application receives the status of successful). To do this, you will not need to confirm the purchase or perform any other actions. Only foreign fans will need to return to the site to pay. After full payment, FIFA will send an official confirmation of purchase by email.

FIFA warns that at the time of payment, there must be sufficient funds on the card account, otherwise the application will not be satisfied and the tickets will be given to another buyer. Another payment option is a bank transfer, which must be made within seven days from the moment when the confirmation of the purchase of tickets arrives. The choice of payment option is made when submitting an application.

When sales start on a first come, first served basis (again on the fifa.com/bilet website), money will be debited at the time of purchase. And in the main ticket centers of FIFA, at the last stage of sales, cash will also be accepted for payment.

Paid tickets purchased at the first and second stages of sales will be delivered free of charge to the specified address by a courier. They will start shipping in April - May 2018. The recipient will need to present a passport and a card with which the purchase was paid. For special categories of fans, certificates and medical reports will also be required.

Tickets purchased after April 3, as well as tickets purchased at the last minute of the sales stage (from April 18) will not be delivered. In addition, there will be no delivery for specific team game packages and non-fixed tickets for any one-eighth, one-fourth final, semi-final, third-place and final game.

They will be available at ticket centers in all cities that host the championship before and during the tournament. The organizers recommend not to delay and pick them up as early as possible before the day of the match. They will not be issued at the stadiums themselves. From April 18, this can be done by appointment, without wasting time in the general queue.

Why does a fan need a special passport?

Applications have been submitted, tickets have been purchased, but that's not all. Everyone who wants to see the game of the strongest national teams of the planet will have to get an official document in advance - a fan passport, or FAN ID.

This is a personalized viewer card, which can be used to identify his identity. A FAN ID will help ensure the safety of football fans and eliminate ticket speculation. The plastic card also gives some privileges, for example, the right to free travel on public transport on the day of the match and on special trains running between the host cities.

In Moscow, in addition to the metro, the MCC, commuter trains and some ground transport routes, free travel was also provided in Aeroexpress trains. During the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup, fans, volunteers and FIFA accredited persons used free transport over 320 thousand times.

In addition, for foreign tourists it is also a document for visa-free entry to the territory of Russia.

Registration and delivery of your passport is free. This can be done online or in special ones. You can apply for a FAN ID only after FIFA has confirmed your ticket purchase request.

What is prohibited?

FIFA rules state that only one person can enter the stadium with one ticket, regardless of age. The ticket must be kept until the end of the match, and those who leave the stadium during the game will not be allowed back. In case of any violations, the ticket may be canceled.

They may not be allowed to attend the match because of a banned fan: if he is intoxicated or intoxicated, expresses racist or xenophobic thoughts, is engaged in campaigning or charity work, interferes with other people or violates public order.

Prohibited items include weapons, fireworks, flares, smoke bombs and pyrotechnics, commercial materials or items that violate FIFA's rights, as well as items that could adversely affect public safety or damage the reputation of the competition.

The organizers of the championship may ask fans to move to another seat, which should at least belong to the same category, close or remove any materials or leave the stadium altogether. Those who are going to matches with children and teenagers should take care of permission from their parents.

If a fan is unable to attend the game, the ticket must be returned 48 hours before the match day. In this case, the organizers will have to pay compensation in the amount of 20 percent of the price indicated on the ticket. If you do this later, you will have to compensate the entire amount, which means that you will not be able to return the money spent.

According to the rules, tickets cannot be resold or bought for other people (not for their guests), including for those who are prohibited from attending football matches. The ticket can be transferred to another person only with the special permission of FIFA.

4,905,169 FIFA World Cup tickets FIFA 2018 in Russia ™ was requested by fans from all over the world at the close of the current sales period by random drawing. It ended today at noon Moscow time. Since December 5, 2017, all fans have had a unique opportunity to apply for tickets exclusively on the website , and the anticipation of the grandiose football festival grew day by day.

Most of the entries were from Russian fans (2,503,957 tickets requested), while fans from Germany (338,414), Argentina (186,005), Mexico (154,611), Brazil (140,848), Poland (128,736), Spain (110,649), Peru (100,256), Colombia (87,786), the United States (87,052) and Holland (71,096) are also among the leaders in this regard. At the same time, 49% of tickets were requested by fans from abroad.

Due to the very high demand, a random draw will be carried out to determine successful bids. This open and objective procedure will take place in the presence of a notary and will be applied in cases where the number of applications exceeds the number of available tickets. All fans will be notified of the random draw results no later than mid-March.

The next opportunity to purchase tickets for the 2018 World Cup will appear on March 13. From this day onwards, fans will be able to purchase tickets online. (subject to availability) on a first come, first served basis. This means that bids will be confirmed in real time after successful payment.

You can pay for tickets online with payment cards Visa. Visa is an official partner FIFA in the category of payment services. Detailed information on payment methods can be found .

Tickets purchased during Phase 1 and 2 will be shipped to owners free of charge for several weeks prior to the start of the tournament. Ticket delivery will begin no earlier than April / May 2018 (terms will be specified).

Detailed information on ticket products, prices, stages of sales, payment methods, etc. is available on the website .

FAN ID
At the initiative of the Russian authorities to attend all matches of the FIFA World Cup FIFA 2018, after purchasing a ticket, all fans must also obtain a FAN ID. We recommend that you apply for this free document as soon as you receive confirmation of your ticket purchase by email after the end of the sales period by random drawing.

For access to the stadiums where the matches of the FIFA World Cup will be held FIFA 2018 in Russia ™, fans must have a valid ticket and FAN ID. In addition, the FAN ID allows you to take advantage of additional benefits and services: visa-free entry to the territory of the Russian Federation, free travel on special trains between the host cities, free travel on public transport on the day of the match. You can find detailed information about the FAN ID on the websitewww. fan- id. ru .

FIFA is not responsible for the application, issuance and / or use of FAN IDs.

The 2018 FIFA World Cup will be held from June 14 to July 15 in 11 cities of Russia at 12 stadiums.

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The last opportunity to get to the championship will appear at the third, final stage sales. It will start on April 18th and end on July 15th, the day of the final match. Tickets can be purchased on a first come, first served basis. At this time, the main FIFA ticket centers will operate in the host cities.

Ticket categories

This variation in prices is due to different types of tickets. Fans are offered four categories:

  • The first includes the most expensive tickets, seats for them are located in the central stands of the stadiums.
  • The second and third are all other places.
  • Tickets of the fourth category are the cheapest, they are available only for residents of the Russian Federation. The fact is that, as in the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cups, residents of the host country receive the exclusive right to purchase tickets for a particular category. For Russian citizens, they cost from 1280 rubles. You can confirm your right to purchase such tickets on the page for entering your personal data. Here you will need to confirm whether you are a resident and citizen of Russia by indicating your passport number. In addition, you will need to leave your address and telephone number.

You can also select special tickets for disabled fans. They are divided into four types:

  • “For people in wheelchairs” (W);
  • “Simplified entry standard” (ES, for people with disabilities, people with limited mobility or with other medical indications);
  • “Easy access with facilities” (AM, for people with guide dogs or those who need more legroom),
  • “Overweight” (OP, easier entry and extra wide seats). The latter type of tickets are sold to those whose body mass index is 35 kilograms per square meter or more.

According to the rules, buyers of the first three types of tickets can receive one additional ticket for an accompanying person who will help a disabled fan.

Documents confirming the right to a ticket of a special category - certificates, medical reports and certificates - will be needed both when submitting an application on the website and when entering the stadium.

Ticket prices

Tickets for the 2018 FIFA World Cup matches will cost from 1280 to 66 thousand rubles. This was reported on the website of the International Football Federation (FIFA).

Only Russians will be able to enter the tournament games at the lowest price (fourth category). At the same time, prices for the opening match vary from 3.2 thousand to 33 thousand rubles. Passage to the meetings of the group stage will cost from 1280 to 12.6 thousand rubles. Tickets for playoff matches will rise in price from stage to stage. For the right to attend the 1/8 finals, you need to pay from 2,240 to 14.7 thousand rubles, 1/4 finals - from 3.8 thousand to 21.9 thousand, the semi-final - from 4480 to 45 thousand rubles.

The cost of tickets for the match for the third place ranges from 3.8 to 21.9 thousand, for the final - 7040 to 66 thousand rubles.

Citizens of the country hosting the world championship have the right to purchase tickets in the fourth (cheapest) price category. For the matches of the group stage of the Confederations Cup, such tickets cost 960 rubles.

Tickets in packages

Fans can buy not only a ticket for a specific game, but also a whole package for visiting a specific stadium or games of an individual team. There will also be so-called floating tickets: they will begin to be sold to official fans of the national teams during the second stage of sales.

By choosing a ticket package for the Grand Sports Arena in the sports complex "Luzhniki", the fan will get into three group stage matches and one-eighth of the finals. The set does not include tickets for the opening match, semi-final and final. In the package to visit stadium "Spartak" will include tickets for four group stage matches and one-eighth final. Package prices for games at Luzhniki range from 6,080 to 52,500 rubles, at Spartak stadium - from 7,360 to 65,100 rubles.

By purchasing a special package, fans of the team will be able to attend from three to seven matches - they themselves make the choice. The package may include tickets only for the group stage matches or for all games up to the final, regardless of whether the team itself reaches it. If your favorite team leaves the tournament earlier, the package will still allow you to attend the matches of the next stages - either the team that won the group, or the team that was stronger in the playoff match.

You can buy a set of tickets for the games of a certain team only during the first stage of sales. And if the selected team does not make it to the championship at all, FIFA will refund the amount paid minus a $ 10 commission.

The price of such a subscription varies from 20,790 to 203,940 rubles. Fans with disabilities can buy the cheapest season ticket for 4224 rubles. If the team participates in the opening match, the price for the package will be higher.

Who are the buyer's guests?

If a fan is not alone for the match, when buying tickets, you must enter the data of everyone who will go with him for the company. These people will be considered guests for the ticket purchaser. On the site, you will need to indicate their names, surnames, passport details, dates of birth, citizenship and what country they are residents of.

In this way, you can buy up to four tickets for each match or up to four ticket packages... If your company is much larger, you should send a request to the World Cup ticket center or apply for services for corporate clients.

How many tickets are given to one hand?

In addition to the fact that everyone can buy no more than four tickets for the game, there is a whole list of restrictions. According to the organizers, they should help fight resellers and offer fans as many options as possible.

According to the rules, one fan will not be able to purchase tickets for more than seven matches and buy more than 28 tickets for himself and all his guests as part of his application (maximum four tickets for one match). The only exception is when buying non-fixed tickets: one application can include a ticket package for attending up to eight matches.

Buyers can combine tickets for individual matches with ticket packages for a specific stadium. But in one application, there should still be no more than 28 tickets. If FIFA finds inconsistencies in the application, it may be canceled.

In addition, it is not allowed to buy tickets for different matches taking place on the same day. And one person - a customer or a guest - cannot buy more than one ticket for a match, leaving several applications.

You can buy tickets for only one category for a specific game. However, you can order different categories of tickets for different matches.

How to pay and receive tickets?

After the buyer chooses a ticket, the site will offer to enter the bank card details. The money will be written off from it if, according to the results of the drawing of lots, the tickets will go to him (only after the application receives the status of successful). To do this, you will not need to confirm the purchase or perform any other actions. Only foreign fans will need to return to the site to pay. After full payment, FIFA will send an official confirmation of purchase by email.

FIFA warns that at the time of payment, there must be sufficient funds on the card account, otherwise the application will not be satisfied and the tickets will be given to another buyer. Another payment option is a bank transfer, which must be made within seven days from the moment when the confirmation of the purchase of tickets arrives. The choice of payment option is made when submitting an application.

When sales start on a first come, first served basis (on the fifa.com/bilet website), money will be debited at the time of purchase. And in the main ticket centers of FIFA, at the last stage of sales, cash will also be accepted for payment.

Paid tickets purchased in the first and second stages of sales, is free will deliver to the specified address Courier... They will start shipping in April - May 2018. The recipient will need to present a passport and a card with which the purchase was paid. For special categories of fans, certificates and medical reports will also be required.

Tickets purchased after April 3, as well as tickets purchased at the last minute of the sales stage (from April 18) will not be delivered. In addition, there will be no delivery for specific team game packages and non-fixed tickets for any one-eighth, one-fourth final, semi-final, third-place and final game. They will be available at ticket centers in all cities that host the championship before and during the tournament. The organizers recommend not to delay and pick them up as early as possible before the day of the match. They will not be issued at the stadiums themselves. From April 18, this can be done by appointment, without wasting time in the general queue.

Why do I need a FAN ID?

Anyone who wants to see the game of the strongest national teams of the planet will have to start one in advance.

This is a personalized viewer card, which can be used to identify his identity. A FAN ID will help ensure the safety of football fans and eliminate ticket speculation. A plastic card also gives some privileges, for example, the right to free travel on public transport on the day of the match and in special trains running between the host cities.

In Moscow, in addition to the metro, the MCC, commuter trains and some ground transport routes, free travel was also provided in Aeroexpress trains.

In addition, for foreign tourists it is also a document. for visa-free entry to the territory of Russia.

Registration and delivery of your passport is free. This can be done online or at special registration centers. You can apply for a FAN ID only after FIFA has confirmed your ticket purchase request.

What is prohibited?

FIFA rules state that only one person can enter the stadium with one ticket, regardless of age. The ticket must be kept until the end of the match, and those who leave the stadium during the game will not be allowed back. In case of any violations, the ticket may be canceled.

They may not be allowed to attend the match because of a banned fan: if he is intoxicated or intoxicated, expresses racist or xenophobic thoughts, is engaged in campaigning or charity work, interferes with other people or violates public order.

Prohibited items include weapons, fireworks, flares, smoke bombs and pyrotechnics, commercial materials or items that violate FIFA's rights, as well as items that could adversely affect public safety or damage the reputation of the competition.

The organizers of the championship may ask fans to move to another seat, which should at least belong to the same category, close or remove any materials or leave the stadium altogether. Those who are going to matches with children and teenagers should take care of permission from their parents.

If a fan is unable to attend the game, return ticket necessary 48 hours before the day of the match... In this case, the organizers will have to pay compensation in the amount of 20 percent of the price indicated on the ticket. If you do this later, you will have to compensate the entire amount, which means that you will not be able to return the money spent.

According to the rules, tickets cannot be resold or bought for other people (not for their guests), including for those who are prohibited from attending football matches. The ticket can be transferred to another person only with the special permission of FIFA.

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