FIFA World Cup 2026: Priority Visa Appointments for Ticket Holders
The US Department of State has announced that fans holding tickets for the FIFA World Cup 2026 will benefit from a priority appointment system for obtaining their US visa. This initiative, called FIFA PASS, aims to facilitate and accelerate the visa application process for supporters traveling to the US to attend matches. The tournament, which will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, in Canada, the US, and Mexico, will feature 78 matches in 11 US cities. The FIFA PASS system will allow ticket holders to schedule a priority interview with the US Department of State starting from early 2026. In total, over six million tickets will be available for the World Cup, which will be held in 16 host cities across the three countries.
Important Information for Supporters
Supporters from countries requiring a US visa to enter the US are invited to submit their application now to the US Department of State – FIFA World Cup 2026. Meanwhile, those from countries participating in the visa waiver program can apply through the electronic system for travel authorization (ESTA).
Economic Impact of the FIFA World Cup 2026
According to a study published by FIFA and the World Trade Organization (WTO), the FIFA World Cup 2026 is expected to generate significant socioeconomic benefits in the US. "With 185,000 full-time jobs, an estimated gross revenue of $30.5 billion, and a contribution of $17.2 billion to the US GDP," reports Inside FIFA.
Stay Informed
The FIFA invites supporters to visit its official page: https://fifa.fans/3LzLMXd for more information on visas and entry requirements for the three host countries.
