Looking to buy or sell pre-owned Masters tickets? Buyers and sellers, beware!
The punishment for reselling Masters tickets is harsh, and last year the tournament added a creative new defense to nab offenders.
golf.comHere’s what’s relevant right now about reselling Masters tickets.
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The Masters (Augusta National) strictly prohibits the resale of Masters tickets. Holders of tickets acquired from third parties may be refused attendance, and the official guidance emphasizes that Augusta National is the only authorized source/seller of Masters Tickets. This crackdown has led some resale platforms to halt listings or warn that availability is limited.[2][4][7]
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In 2026, major outlets reported that SeatGeek stopped selling Masters tickets due to the crackdown, and other platforms still show limited inventory at very high prices on secondary markets; the overall resale environment remains constrained and risky for buyers and sellers.[3][4][2]
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Despite the strict rules, some secondary marketplaces still list tickets with warnings like “only 1% left” or premium pricing, but buyers should be aware that purchases through non-authorized channels carry the risk of invalidation or denial of entry.[4][3]
If you’re considering resale or purchase, the safest path is to obtain Masters tickets directly through Augusta National’s official channels or wait for officially authorized avenues, understanding that resale is generally not permitted and is heavily policed. If you’d like, I can summarize recent developments for a quick reference sheet or track official announcements as they emerge.
Citations:
- Masters resale crackdown and official no-resale rule[7][2][4]
- SeatGeek and other platforms’ responses and current market signs[3][4]