The sale of tickets for the Olympic Games in Sochi began on February 7, 2013. In the spring and summer, the organizing committee sold the cheapest tickets, without specifying the seats. From October 2013 it is possible to purchase tickets with seats, as well as invitations to the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympic Games.
Where can I buy a ticket to the Olympics?
You can buy a ticket for sporting events, as well as for the official events of the Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, on the official ticket sales website. To place an order, you need to register. To do this, you will have to fill out a form in which you should indicate your last name, first name, patronymic, passport information, contact phone number and e-mail address. You will receive a special code for it, which will allow you to complete registration on the Internet portal and buy tickets.
How to buy a ticket to the Olympics? Order and delivery
After receiving and entering the code, you become an official user of the site. To purchase a ticket, you need to find the corresponding subheading in the header of the portal. By clicking on the link, you will be taken to the page with the schedule of the competition. It lists the names of the sports, the dates and times of the events, and the categories of venues. After choosing the desired ticket, place an order.
You can pay for the purchase of a ticket only with a VISA card received on the territory of the Russian Federation. Indicate its number, as well as the three-digit code located on the back of the card, in the order form. This will allow you to debit the funds you need from your account, and you can pay for the ticket. In addition, you can order delivery to the place. To use this service, please include your address when purchasing. Delivery is paid, so if you want to save money, you can get a ticket upon arrival in Sochi from the organizing committee at the address that will be indicated in the letter received in the confirmation of the order.
Restrictions have been introduced when purchasing tickets. For the most popular sports - figure skating and hockey, you can purchase no more than four tickets per person. The same rule applies to invitations to the official opening ceremony of the XXII Olympic Winter Games.
How to buy a ticket for the Winter Olympic Games in Sochi to a foreigner
Only citizens of the Russian Federation can purchase a ticket using the website. Everyone else will have to purchase them through official accredited agencies. A list of them can also be found on the official ticket website. In addition, tickets can be bought directly before the competition, at the box office of the Olympic venues or at the organizing committee.
