Fans can enter Qatar without World Cup tickets, says official

RIYADH: Qatari authorities announced on Thursday that football fans will be allowed to enter the country without tickets for the World Cup after the end of the group stage, starting from Dec. 2, according to Qatar News Agency.

The announcement was made by Col. Dr. Jabr Hammoud Jabr Al-Nuaimi, the official spokesman for the Qatari Ministry of Interior and the World Cup Security Force.

The World Cup Organizing Committee said that the decision aims to give fans the opportunity to enjoy the World Cup atmosphere with the rest of the fans and teams in the country.

Qatari authorities require fans to only obtain a Hayya Card, a Qatar entry permit for international fans and needed to enter stadiums, which they may apply for through the online platform in accordance with the requirements listed on the website, starting today.