FIFA World Cup 2026
World Cup 2026
The FIFA World Cup takes place in the US, Canada and Mexico from 11th June to 19th July 2026. If you are travelling to attend:
· download the official FIFA World Cup 26 app (on iOS – FIFA World Cup 26™ App - App Store and on Android - FIFA World Cup 26™ - Apps on Google Play ), and check the official FIFA World Cup 2026™ | Fixtures, groups, teams & more to stay informed of anything that might affect your travel or plans whilst in the US
· entry requirements, and local laws and customs, will likely be different for each of the countries co-hosting the tournament. If you are planning to visit or transit through more than one country, check the travel advice page for each country.
Visas and Travel Advice | Ministry of Foreign Affairs
In the US, matches will be hosted in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, Seattle and the San Francisco Bay Area. Expect other cities and popular tourist destinations across the US to be busier than usual during the tournament.
Visa and entry requirements
Check the entry requirements for the US, especially information on passport validity and visa requirements.
See US Embassy in Belgrade World Cup 2026 page for the latest information.
FIFA World Cup 26™ - U.S. Embassy in Serbia
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
Match tickets and stadium entry
Only purchase tickets through the official FIFA ticketing platform; no tickets will be sold at stadiums. To enter the stadium, you will need an official ticket on the FIFA World Cup application. Printed copies or screenshots may not be accepted at stadium gates. Each ticket is linked to the purchaser’s details, and ID checks may be required upon entry.
Tickets sold on unofficial resale websites, social media, or through third-party vendors may not be genuine. Some scammers sell the same ticket to multiple buyers or resell tickets that have already been voided by FIFA Ticketing. Even if a ticket scans at the gate, you may be denied entry if it is flagged as invalid or already used.
Ensure you check the stadium’s code of conduct for any match you are attending. This sets out what you can bring into the World Cup stadiums.
Check the official Tickets - FIFA World Cup 2026™ FIFA World Cup 2026 ticketing page for more information.
Accommodation
There will be a very high demand for accommodation. Plan ahead to ensure you have accommodation during your stay.
Transport to and from the events
Transport routes around the stadiums will be very busy during the tournament.
Fan zones and public viewings
During the World Cup 2026, the FIFA Fan Festival will be the central fan destination for local communities as well as fans around the globe. Fan Zones and Public Viewing areas will also be available across the US. There may be restrictions on what you can take into football viewing venues and live viewing areas, and restrictions may vary between states.
Check the official World Cup 2026 website for information about the FIFA Fan Festival, Fan Zones and Public Viewing areas.
Laws and cultural differences
US states may have different laws. While you are in a state, you are subject to both that state’s laws and national (federal) law. Not following all US state and federal laws can put your visa status and future travel to the US at risk.
Personal ID
Always carry a passport showing you have permission to enter or remain in the US.
In the event of loss or theft of a biometric passport of the Republic of Serbia, it is necessary to report the loss of the passport to the US police and obtain a confirmation/report. After that, the procedure for declaring the missing passport invalid can be initiated at the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in Washington and a personal request can be submitted for the issuance of a new passport or travel document for return to the Republic of Serbia.
For consular assistance, please contact the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in Washington Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in United States of America
Consulate General of the Republic of Serbia in Chicago
Consulate General of the Republic of Serbia in Chicago
Consulate General of the Republic of Serbia in New York
Consulate General of the Republic of Serbia in New York