EURO 2024 tickets: how to buy, prices and resale rules

Want a ticket to EURO 2024? Start with the basics: the safest way to buy is through UEFA or your national association. Official sales run in phases and often use a lottery for popular matches. If you miss the first round, don’t panic — there are later releases, resale windows and hospitality options.

How to buy official EURO 2024 tickets

Register on the UEFA ticket portal and on your country’s football association site. Registration usually opens before sales start and speeds up checkout. When sales go live, pick a few matches you’d accept — don’t fixate on a single game if it’s in high demand. Use a fast, stable internet connection and have payment details ready. If the match is sold out, check the official resale platform during the resale window; UEFA verifies those tickets, so you avoid fakes.

Know ticket categories: cheaper seats are usually farther from the pitch or behind the goal; premium seats cost more and may include extras. Hospitality packages include meals and guaranteed good seats but carry a big price tag. If you need accessible seating, book early through the official channels and bring any required medical documentation.

Smart tips to avoid scams and extra costs

Never buy from random social media sellers. Scams spike around big events. Only use the UEFA resale platform or authorised resellers listed on UEFA’s site. If you use third-party resale sites, check buyer protection, verified delivery and refund policies.

Watch out for hidden fees: some resellers add significant service, delivery or currency conversion charges. Expand your search to less high-profile matches or earlier stages — group games are often cheaper and still offer great action. If travel is involved, compare flight and hotel deals and factor visa rules and local transport to avoid last-minute surprises.

Mobile tickets are common. Keep your email and the ticket app ready on match day and ensure your phone is charged. Some venues require ID that matches the ticket buyer, so travel with the card used to buy the ticket or the ID you entered at purchase.

Refund policies vary. UEFA can cancel or reassign tickets if matches are moved, but tickets are usually non-refundable for personal reasons. For uncertain plans, consider booking refundable travel and accommodation or pick tickets that allow official resale.

If you’re travelling from Africa or elsewhere, check visa rules early, and register with your embassy if recommended. Join fan groups from your country for shared tips on travel, meetups and safe resale opportunities. Finally, set price alerts and follow official accounts for flash releases — sometimes extra allocations pop up close to kick-off.

Ready to try? Register with UEFA, save the official resale link, and plan travel with some flexibility. That gives you the best shot at a real ticket and a great match-day experience.