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Saudi Preps 2034 World Cup with Cheap Tickets, E-Visas

6/16/2026

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Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal said Saudi Arabia will work with FIFA to lower ticket prices and expand e-visa access.
Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup and is upgrading Aramco Stadium, 80 % complete, for Asian Cup matches in Jan 2027 and refurbishing King Fahd Stadium to meet FIFA standards.
Saudi security agencies are preparing to protect visiting fans despite regional tensions and the ongoing U.S.–Iran conflict.

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Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal said Saudi Arabia will work with FIFA to lower ticket prices and expand e-visa access.
Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup and is upgrading Aramco Stadium, 80 % complete, for Asian Cup matches in Jan 2027 and refurbishing King Fahd Stadium to meet FIFA standards.
Saudi security agencies are preparing to protect visiting fans despite regional tensions and the ongoing U.S.–Iran conflict.