Transfer Market Unlocks (FC 26)

Transfer Market Unlocks (FC 26): Game vs Web & Companion

Quick guide to what unlocks where, and how to get there.

TL;DR

• In-game (Ultimate Team): Finish specific Foundations Objectives, then wait for activation. During the wait you can list items, but you can’t search, bid, or buy 
• Web & Companion Apps: Unlock is separate. Earn it by playing over multiple “active days.” Support can’t grant access or give a date.
• Important: Transfer Market access is a privilege, not a guarantee. Your account must remain in good standing and follow the FC Rules.

In-Game (Graduated Access)

Steps for new players

1. Play Ultimate Team → Objectives.
2. Complete New Beginnings (Foundations) to unlock Venturing Out (Foundations).
3. Complete Venturing Out and claim your reward.

Activation time

• PC: full access in 48 hours after completion.
• Other platforms: full access within 24 hours.
• While waiting: you can list items; you cannot search, bid, or Buy Now.

Returning players in good standing may already have in-game access.

Web & Companion Apps

How unlock works

• Access is earned by play — advisors can’t grant it or predict timing.
• An active day = play 3 full Ultimate Team matches and log into the Web/Companion app the same UTC day (per UT account).
• Playing more than three matches in a day does not speed it up.

Typical timing

• One UT account on the device, good standing
• Multiple UT accounts on the same device: Unlock timing may vary.

Blocks & Bans

• If blocked, you’ll see a message in the app—check the email on your EA Account for details.
• If you think it’s a mistake, follow the appeal steps; secure your account if compromised.
• FC 25 Transfer Market bans don’t carry to FC 26, but franchise-level bans do.
• If your account has been banned, see this EA Help article for more details.

Notes

• In-game unlock does not auto-unlock the Web/Companion apps.
• Requirements, limits (list, bid, buy), and timings may change as we tune the system.
• Transfer Market access remains conditional on your account staying in good standing and following the FC Rules.

You can find more information here: 

How to unlock the Transfer Market with Graduated Access in EA SPORTS FC™ 26

EA SPORTS FC™ Transfer Market access on Web & Companion Apps