1. How long does an elimination refund take to arrive?

Refunds are paid within 60 calendar days of cancellation, provided your payment details are on file.

2. Is resale capped at face value anywhere?

Yes, residents of Mexico and anyone selling tickets for matches at Toronto Stadium can list only at the original price paid or lower.

3. Can I transfer my ticket to a friend instead of selling it?

Yes, the same resale and exchange platform handles ticket transfers between accounts.

4. Do the same refund rules apply to tickets bought in the late qualifier sales phase?

Yes, conditional tickets from every sales phase are cancelled and refunded the same way when a team goes out.

5. Are hospitality packages refunded the same way?

No, hospitality is sold under separate terms, so check your provider's own cancellation policy before assuming a refund.

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What Happens to Your World Cup Tickets if Your Team Is Eliminated?

It depends on your ticket type. Conditional and team-specific tickets are refunded, but single-match tickets aren't. What to do if your team goes out.

EAEapen AlexanderUpdated 12 June 2026/4 min read

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Eapen Alexander

I am a football writer, content chief and marketing executive at 1BoxOffice, covering the major European, South American leagues, and International Football with total objectivity on everything bar the case for Messi.