What you need to know before buying resale gig tickets
Unfortunately, with tickets for Electric Picnic and Oasis' two dates in Dublin like gold dust, it's a prime opportunity for scam artists to catch out unsuspecting and desperate fans.
While it's not illegal to sell tickets on should you find yourself in a position where you are unable to attend, there are some cases where you can only sell the ticket for the cost price, or less. There's still plenty of concerts and festivals taking place over the coming weeks and months, with many still trying to get their hands on some coveted tickets. Pic: PA
Failure to abide by these rules could result in a fine of up to €100,000 or two year jail-time.
It is always best to buy a ticket from the event's official seller, with concert-goers warned to be 'very careful' when buying from unofficial sellers.
Citizens Information advise to pay via credit or debit card where possible, though be wary of someone asking for bank transfer. Unfortunately, with tickets for Electric Picnic and Oasis' two concerts in Dublin like gold dust, it's a prime opportunity for scam artists to catch out unsuspecting and desperate fans. Pic: Giuseppe Aresu/REX/Shutterstock
When buying tickets to events from unofficial sellers you should be aware of their name and address; total price of the ticket; how you're getting the ticket; conditions and procedures for cancellation and complaints handling procedure.
As of July 2021 it is illegal to sell tickets for live events, matches and concerts for more than face-value. This applied to designated events — one which has significant demand — or events in designated venues — when have a capacity of 1,000 people or more.
Purchasing event tickets from unauthorised sellers often results in fewer legal rights if things go wrong. Electric Picnic. Pic: Aerial.ie
Irish and EU consumer law does not cover consumer-to-consumer deals, but you should also be aware of admission restrictions — some venues only allow admission to the person who is named on the ticket.
You may also be unable to get your money back should the event be cancelled.
Citizens Information advise those buying tickets from fellow consumers to do your research and ensure you are not caught in a ticketing scam.
On the chance that things do go wrong for you, you should contact the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) for assistance.
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