New Delhi: The FIFA World Cup 2022 is less than a month away and if you are planning to travel to Qatar and watch a game in a stadium filled with football fever, you need something more than a ticket. The world cup is in its last-minute ticket sales phase from September 27 and even if one gets a ticket, one needs a Hayya Card to go to Qatar and watch the game. Without a Hayya Card, no spectator will be allowed inside a stadium.
What is a Hayya Card?
Hayya Card is a smart technology provided by the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) to applicants. A combination of a valid Match Ticket with the Hayya Card will permit the Applicant to access a stadium to watch a game and may also provide other Hayya Services. The services include transportation including travel on the Doha Metro, public buses, tournament buses and trams.
What is the purpose of Hayya Card?
- A Hayya Card will be a means of identification for ticket-holders and provide them with a number of services to enhance their experience in Qatar.
- To watch a game one must have a valid match ticket and a Hayya Card. One cannot apply for a Hayya Card without having either a valid match ticket application number or a match ticket number.
- The Hayya Card will also give access to Hayya Services. Some of the services are provided by third parties and the provision of those services may be subject to terms and conditions.
- The Hayya Card permits the holder free travel on Qatar’s public transport systems from November 10 to December 23.
The FIFA World Cup will begin on November 20, with the finals being played on December 18. 32 teams will be competing for the cup this time. France won the last edition of the World Cup after beating Croatia 4-2 in the finals.