Attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup will come with a significant additional cost for many fans: parking. Official parking passes for the tournament, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, are now appearing for sale with prices reaching up to $175 per vehicle for a single match.
The premium rates are particularly notable for the knockout stages. For instance, parking for a semi-final in Dallas is listed at that $175 mark, while a pass for a quarter-final in Kansas City is priced at $125. Even for group-stage matches, fans are seeing fees of $75 at several venues.
This pricing structure reflects a challenge unique to this North American-hosted tournament: heavy reliance on personal vehicles. Unlike many stadiums in Europe or those used in the 2022 Qatar World Cup, several key 2026 venues, including those in Dallas and Kansas City, are not easily served by robust public transit systems. While shuttle services and rideshares will be available, the convenience of stadium parking comes at a high cost.
For American sports fans, the figures may not be a complete shock, as they are broadly in line with parking costs for major domestic events like NFL games. However, for international visitors accustomed to different infrastructure, the expense adds a substantial layer to the overall cost of attending.
The parking fees emerge as FIFA has already faced scrutiny over ticket prices for the expanded 2026 tournament. With only a portion of the 16 host stadiums currently listing parking for sale online—major locations like New York/New Jersey and Mexico City have yet to post availability—the full financial picture for traveling supporters is still developing. The organization anticipates record revenue from the event, which it states will be reinvested into global football development.