FIFA World Cup 2026™ ticket holders to profit from prioritised U.S. visa appointments for journey to the United States

FIFA World Cup 2026™ ticket holders travelling to the United States at the moment are eligible for the FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System (FIFA PASS).

During a landmark occasion on the White House attended by the President of the United States Donald J. Trump, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, the White House Task Force and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, the U.S. Department of State unveiled the FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System, FIFA PASS, for FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket holders attending matches within the United States. This service provides each fan who buys a ticket the chance to acquire a prioritised visa interview.

The announcement represents a serious milestone within the build-up to the FIFA World Cup™ underscoring the shut collaboration between FIFA and the White House Task Force in delivering a really groundbreaking international occasion.

Following the announcement, FIFA President Gianni Infantino mentioned: “America welcomes the World. We have always said that this will be the greatest and most inclusive FIFA World Cup in history – and the FIFA PASS service is a very concrete example of that.”

“I extend my sincere gratitude to the President of the United States Donald J. Trump, Vice President JD Vance, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, Executive Director Andrew Giuliani and the White House Task Force for their incredible support. The United States is set to welcome fans from around the world on an unprecedented scale, and we are preparing to ensure that football unites the world when the tournament kicks off in North America next June.”

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said: “The United States is offering prioritized appointments so FIFA World Cup fans can complete their visa interviews and show they qualify. The kick-off is coming up, so now is the time to apply. We’re honored to host the greatest and safest World Cup in history.”

Over six million tickets will probably be accessible for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ to be held throughout 16 Host Cities in Canada, Mexico and the United States.

Fans who’re in nations with available interview appointments and wish a U.S. visa ought to apply with fast impact at: FIFA World Cup 2026™ – United States Department of State. Further info relating to the FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System will probably be shared with ticket holders in early 2026.

In addition, followers from nations collaborating within the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) could also be eligible to use for visa waiver journey by means of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (or ESTA).

Earlier this yr, FIFA and the World Trade Organization (WTO) Secretariat launched a research outlined the substantial socioeconomic affect that the FIFA World Cup 2026™ is anticipated to generate throughout the United States.

According to their estimates, the match will create 185,000 full-time jobs, ship USD 30.5 billion in gross output, and contribute USD 17.2 billion to the nation’s gross home product (GDP).

For additional particulars on visas and entry necessities to all three host nations, please go to FIFA’s info web page: https://fifa.fans/3LzLMXd.