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Get your U.S. World Cup Visa 2026: Apply now

Don’t miss kickoff: Get your visa for the FIFA World Cup 2026 today

Last updated: December 2025

Get your World Cup Visa today, the official U.S. B1/B2 Visitor Visa (or ESTA for eligible travelers) required to attend the FIFA World Cup™ 2026 in the United States.

Don’t wait and apply now: visa appointments fill up fast, and applying early helps ensure you don’t miss kickoff.

World Cup Visa fast facts

➡️ Priority appointments with the FIFA Pass: With your official match ticket, you may be eligible for earlier U.S. visa interview slots.

➡️ No room for error: Our experts double-check all details and documents (including the DS-160 form) to avoid mistakes that lead to delays or rejection.

➡️ Simple step-by-step process: Whether you need a U.S. ESTA or B1/B2 Visitor Visa, you'll know exactly what to do before, during, and after your U.S. embassy appointment.

➡️ Easy group applications: Apply easily individually or as a group via our platform or app, and save your progress at any time.

What you need for the World Cup Visa

Depending on your eligibility, you’ll typically require just a couple of key documents. Have these ready to keep your World Cup plans on track:

✔️ A valid passport (minimum validity of 6 months)

✔️ Recent passport photo

✔️ Proof of purpose of visit (tourism, business, or transit)

✔️ Flight or transport tickets

✔️ Proof of accommodation

✔️ Proof of residence and profession

✔️ Proof of sufficient funds

Don’t have your documents right now?

Simply start your application today, save your progress, and add your documents when you’re ready to proceed.

💡iVisa pro tip: “Don’t leave it to the last minute - World Cup season means longer lines and limited appointment slots. Apply as early as you can.

Why choose iVisa for your World Cup Visa

iVisa ✅ Do it yourself ❌
Error-free application: We ensure everything’s correct. Even a typo can cause delays or rejection.
Instant eligibility check: Check if you need a U.S. visa or ESTA and apply instantly. Conflicting info might cause you to apply for the wrong visa and miss your game.
Support in 14+ languages: Need help in your own language? We’re here for you. Limited support available.
Group application: Add more fans in one simple process. Separate applications required for each traveler.
Save & resume anytime: Pause and pick up where you left off. Start over if you wait too long.

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Have a visa question? We'll provide the answer.

Amir P.
TurkeyNovember 21, 2025
My embassy is booked forever. If I buy tickets now for the world cup, does that actually help me get a visa faster?
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iVisa
November 21, 2025

Hi Amir! Yes, having an official FIFA World Cup match ticket can help you get a faster interview slot through FIFA Pass (priority appointments for ticket holders) for United States based football games.

However, you still have to go through the normal application process and attend an interview, and they can still decline your application. It just helps you get seen sooner.

James T.
London, UKNovember 19, 2025
Ok so if I get a U.S. visa for the world cup games there, does that cover Canada too? I’m trying to go to a game in both.
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iVisa
November 19, 2025

Hi James. Unfortunately, each country has its own requirements. A U.S. ESTA (which you’ll need as a UK passport holder) gets you into the U.S. only. For Canada you’ll need an eTA, which is a separate application.

When applying through iVisa, we’ll store your basic details securely, so you’ll only need to fill out country-specific information again, making the process for both documents faster and simpler. You’ll find them both in one handy overview in your account or the iVisa app. No more searching or panicking to find your entry document!

How to Apply: World Cup Visa

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Easy application

Complete our user-friendly online application in just 20 minutes, or feel free to take breaks and return at your convenience.

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Helpful support

Move closer to an approved visa with our team of iVisa Experts, who not only review your answers but also provide you with the necessary tools to prepare.

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Correct documentation

Make use of our feedback and free templates to confidently submit accurate information, and experience a surprisingly stress-free process!

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Get your visa

Once government-approved, your visa will be ready for collection, marking the start of your travels.

How to Apply: Embassy Registration

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Fill Out Online Application

Complete our easy online application and pay with credit card or PayPal

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Travel Safely

Your embassy will assist you if an emergency (eg. Natural disasters, civil unrest, etc) occur

Why Register with the Embassy

Travel registration is a service provided by the government. This service allows you to record information about your upcoming trip abroad to the Department of State so it can be used to assist you in case of an emergency. People residing abroad can also get routine information from their nearest embassy or consulate if registered.

Required Information to Apply

Once You Have Registered With Your Embassy Or Consulate, You Will Need To Update Your Data If:

  • your contact details change,
  • your civil status changes,
  • you are going back to your home country.

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Questions?

No. A match ticket does not guarantee visa approval or entry at the border. Each host country (U.S., Canada, Mexico) keeps normal immigration vetting.

The U.S. has been especially explicit: tickets can help you get an appointment faster, but approval and admission still depend on your eligibility and interview/border checks.

FIFA PASS = FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System

It’s a newly announced U.S. program (launched Nov 17, 2025) that lets official FIFA ticket holders access priority U.S. visa interview slots. It does not skip the DS-160, fees, or interview; it only improves your chance of getting an earlier appointment in countries with long backlogs. FIFA says more instructions will be sent to ticket holders in early 2026.

For most fans, it’s the B1/B2 visitor visa (tourism) unless you’re visa-exempt.

If your country is in the Visa Waiver Program, you typically use ESTA instead of a visa. The U.S. government and FIFA are urging fans to apply early because demand will surge, and long wait times are expected.

Exact lists vary by country, but the general documents you’ll need are:

United States:

  • U.S. B1/B2 Visitor Visa required for some nationals; U.S. ESTA for visa-exempt travelers
  • DS-160 confirmation + fee receipt
  • Passport valid for your stay
  • Proof of ties/home return (job letter, enrollment, property/lease, family ties)
  • Trip plan + funds (days, cities, accommodation, bank statements)
  • If using FIFA PASS: proof of official ticket purchase (to get priority access to interview appointment)

Canada:

  • Canada Visitor Visa required for some nationals; Canada eTA for visa-exempt travelers arriving by air
  • Passport, itinerary, funds, and return-ties evidence

Mexico:

  • Many nationals are visa-exempt; others need a visa via the Mexican embassy near them
  • Passport, funds, travel plan; sometimes a valid U.S./Schengen/UK visa can waive Mexican visa needs (depends on nationality)
  • Mexico Tourist Card - Land; a mandatory entry form for all foreign tourists entering Mexico by land. This applies even if you're visa-exempt.

Yes. The 2026 tournament spans three different immigration systems.

Even if you’re already in one host country, you must meet entry rules for the next one (visa/eTA/ESTA, passport validity, etc.). We stress planning this early and city-by-city because a U.S. visa doesn’t grant Canada or Mexico entry.

Potentially.

The U.S. has said some countries under current travel bans/restrictions won’t get special fan exemptions; only teams/official delegations are guaranteed facilitation. Fans from affected countries can still apply, but approval odds may be low. Keep an eye on policy updates. iVisa can help you submit a strong application.

U.S. tourist visa rejections consistently point to:

  • Weak home ties (officers suspect you’ll try to stay illegally in the United States to work and live)

  • Unclear travel story (vague plan, inconsistent answers)

  • Insufficient funds vs. trip cost

  • Prior overstays/immigration issues

Expert tips to avoid rejection are to be ready to explain why you’re going, how long, and why you’ll return, and show stable work/study/family obligations at home. Don’t over-complicate the story; keep it credible and consistent.

As soon as you’re seriously considering going - even before you finalize match cities, due to backlogs of applications and long waits for interview appointments in some countries. Even with FIFA PASS, you still need to complete the full process, including completing the DS-160 form, submitting documents, and attending an interview.

Early DS-160 completion and a well-prepared interview narrative helped approval. A safe traveler rule of thumb is to start 6+ months out if you need a U.S. visa, because rescheduling and document fixes take time.

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