Donald Trump Issues Warning for Fans Planning to Attend the World Cup

Preparations for the 2026 North America World Cup are moving quickly—and with them, fans’ growing doubts. Many already bought their tickets without knowing whether they will actually be allowed into the United States.

Ticket in hand = guaranteed entry? No.

This week, the U.S. government and FIFA announced that fans who already purchased tickets will receive priority scheduling for their visa appointment. However, Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarified:

“Your ticket is NOT A VISA; it does not guarantee entry into the United States.”

World Cup 2026 visa warning / Photo: EFE

How long do appointments take?

Rubio explained that ticket buyers will get a priority appointment within 6 to 8 weeks, but the approval process remains identical to that of any other applicant.

“Do not wait until the last minute,” he warned.

Under normal circumstances, an appointment can take weeks—or even more than a year—depending on the country.

Visa for World Cup 2026: U.S. will give priority with purchased ticket / Photo: Shutterstock

World Cup Host Cities in the U.S.

A total of 78 World Cup 2026 matches will be played in 11 U.S. cities:

Atlanta

Boston

Dallas

Houston

Kansas City

Los Angeles

Miami

New York / New Jersey

Philadelphia

San Francisco

Seattle

The MetLife Stadium will host the Final, while the Mercedes-Benz Stadium and AT&T Stadium will host the Semifinals.

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