The State of Qatar has made almost all arrangements for hosting 2022 FIFA World Cup which is being held for the first time in the Middle East.
From accommodation to transportation system all preparations are ready to give fans all comforts during their stay in Qatar to enjoy mega sporting event in a remarkable way.
A state-of-the-art public transport systems will provide seamless options for fans to get around. Owing to compact tournament, fans will never be far from a stadium, their accommodation or entertainment site – and will even have the chance to attend more than one match per day during the early stages of the tournament.
Now under new announcement, non-ticketed fans with a Hayya Card will be able to enter Qatar from December 2 to enjoy the spectacular FIFA World Cup festivities.
The non-ticketed fans will be able to enter the State of Qatar after the conclusion of the group stage on December 2, 2022 to enjoy the unique tournament atmosphere. The non-ticketed fans can apply for their Hayya Cards to enter the State of Qatar through the Hayya platform or Hayya to Qatar 2022 mobile app according to the listed requirements and QR500 entry fee for children aged 12 and over.
Meanwhile the Ministry of Interior and security forces have also worked diligently to put extensive plans and programmes in place to ensure the delivery of a safe and distinguished tournament.
Also emergency healthcare will be provided for free to Hayya Card holders at public health facilities.
The medical teams will be present at all the eight stadiums and fan activity zones to provide emergency services for fans during the tournament.
More than 90 special events will take place on the sidelines of the World Cup. In addition to the FIFA Fan Festival at Al Bidda Park, the Doha Corniche will be one of the largest fan destinations, with roving performances, cultural activities, food and beverage stalls and retail outlets along its 6km route, with capacity to host more than 70,000 fans every day.
Other activities will include the daily ‘Welcome to Qatar’ show, one of the biggest pyrotechnic shows in the world. Theme park rides and other attractions will be open to fans at Al Maha Island Lusail, along with the 974 Beach Club, the Hayya Fan Zone on Lusail South Promenade, North Qetaifan Island and the Arcadia Spectacular and ARAVIA by MDL Beast dance music festivals. The Last-Mile Cultural Activations will also feature more than 6,000 performances in 21 locations.