FIFA World Cup Doha: Ticket holders to FIFA World Cup Qatar matches will be able to bring in three family members or friends who don’t  own tickets, based on the Hayya card, a mandatory document to enter stadiums, organisers said in Doha on Thursday.

Yasir Al Jamal, the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy's Director General, said at a news conference: "The biggest sporting event to ever take place in our nation and region is just a few weeks away. The amount of tickets that have been sold so far is fantastic, and we are excited to welcome soccer lovers from all around the world for a celebration of the "beautiful game." Fans will enjoy thrilling play on the field and a variety of off-field entertainment options while being treated to Qatar's warm hospitality. This World Cup will be one to remember and a turning point for Qatar, the Middle East, and the Arab world." More than 2.45 million tickets have already been sold for the event, and over-the-counter sales will start later this month as the next phase of ticket sales. During the most recent sales period in July and August, more than 500,000 tickets were purchased.

The event will be staged in the Middle East and Arab world for the first time, and anticipation is strong throughout the area. The tournament's smallest edition in modern history will be held in Qatar. With the largest distance between venues being only 75 kilometres, spectators, athletes, and officials will always be close to the action.

According to the organisers, there will be a small entrance fee for non-ticketed individuals aged 12 and older during the tournament for up to three non-ticketed supporters. The Last-Minute Ticket Sales period will begin concurrently with the introduction of this feature.

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 LLC CEO Nasser Al Khater said: "Fans won't ever be far from a stadium or activation because of how close this tournament is. Additionally, during the early stages of the competition, they will have the opportunity to attend more than one match per day, which is unprecedented in the tournament's contemporary history. Our cutting-edge stadiums, including the FIFA Fan Festival, which will serve thousands of fans at the lovely Al Bidda Park, will be beloved by both players and spectators." Important details for World Cup attendees in Qatar, according to Hayya

The competition, which will take held in Qatar from November 20 to December 18, requires attendees to apply for the required Hayya Card. To enter matches, all ticket holders (including locals and guests) must have a Hayya. Additionally, Hayya will serve as an international fans' visa to enter Qatar.

Fans have been urged to make their hotel reservations as soon as possible by the organisers of the accommodations. The Qatar Accommodation Agency offers the broadest selection, including accommodations on cruise ships, apartments, villas, hotels, and fan communities (QAA). Based on a two-person occupancy, prices start at $80 per night.

The QAA will have a third-party booking capability starting next week, which will allow fans to apply for Hayya after making hotel reservations from a source other than the QAA or staying with relatives or friends.

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