Good news for soccer fans: Bank of America is offering new cardholders a new opportunity to purchase tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Until January 5, 2026, applicants approved for the Personalized Bank of America® Cash Rewards Credit Card or the Bank of America® Unlimited Cash Rewards Credit Card (two of the bank’s no-annual-fee cash back cards) can get special access to purchase tickets, a great opportunity for the world’s biggest sporting event.
Here’s how the offer works and how to choose the right card for you.
How the offer works
New applicants approved for the Bank of America Personalized Cash Rewards Credit Card or the Bank of America Unlimited Cash Rewards Credit Card Before January 5 you can get access to buy up to two tickets for World Cup matches. Accounts must be opened and established by February 5, 2026 to qualify.
On February 10 at approximately noon ET, eligible cardholders will receive a one-time link to the FIFA ticketing site. If you do not have an email on file, you will need to log into your Bank of America account to retrieve the link, so it is recommended to have your email attached ahead of time.
The ticket purchase period extends until February 24, 2026 or until sold out. Bank of America says there will be thousands available, but inventory and prices vary by game, and not all games will have seats. A FIFA ID is required to purchase tickets, so set one up in advance to avoid delays. All ticket purchases must be made with a Visa.
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Eligible cards and which one is best for you
Both participating cards offer a decent welcome offer, with no annual fee and a competitive introductory APR. But the rewards structures differ enough that one will better suit your spending style.
Side by side comparison
| Feature | Personalized Cash Rewards Visa | Unlimited Cash Rewards Visa |
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$0 |
$0 |
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Earn a $200 online cash rewards bonus after you spend $1,000 on purchases within the first 90 days of account opening. |
Earn a $200 online cash rewards bonus after you spend $1,000 on purchases within the first 90 days of account opening. |
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0% for the first 15 billing cycles on qualifying purchases and balance transfers (within the first 60 days), thereafter a variable APR of 17.74%-27.74% |
0% for the first 15 billing cycles on qualifying purchases and balance transfers (within the first 60 days), thereafter a variable APR of 17.74%-27.74% |
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6% cash back in the category you choose (such as dining, online shopping, or gas) |
Unlimited 2% cash back on all purchases |
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Maximize a large spending category |
Simple, fixed rewards on everything |
Which card should you choose?
- Choose the Personalized Cash Rewards Visa if you have consistent spending in a single high-value category. Earning 6% in the first year (on a $0 annual fee card) can result in significant cash back if you funnel most of your daily spending into that bonus category.
- Choose the Unlimited Cash Rewards Visa if you prefer a hands-off option. A flat 2% cash back on all purchases is solid for a $0 annual fee card and guarantees solid earnings without tracking categories.
And if you plan to purchase World Cup 2026 tickets through this offer, that purchase could help you meet the $1,000 minimum spend requirement to earn the welcome offer. Combined with the improved first-year earning rates, you could easily win hundreds of dollars, making this promotion worth it beyond ticket access.
In a nutshell
For fans hoping to attend the 2026 World Cup, Bank of America’s offer could provide valuable access to tickets, but availability is limited and acting quickly will be essential.
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