FIFA PASS: Fast-track U.S. visa access for 2026 FIFA World Cup fans
19th November 2025
The FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System (FIFA PASS) was officially unveiled at a high-profile White House event attended by U.S. President Donald J. Trump, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, and senior U.S. officials including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem.
This initiative allows ticket holders for FIFA World Cup 2026 to receive priority access to U.S. visa interview appointments, ensuring timely travel clearance for the tournament.
“America welcomes the world,” said Infantino. “This will be the greatest and most inclusive FIFA World Cup in history.”
What Ghanaian Fans Must Know
- Ghana is not part of the U.S. Visa Waiver Program, so fans must apply for a full visa.
- FIFA PASS offers priority scheduling for visa interviews to ticket holders.
- Fans are encouraged to apply early via the U.S. State Department’s official portal for the tournament.
- Additional instructions will be sent to ticket holders in early 2026.
Tournament Scope & Economic Impact
- 16 host cities across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada
- Over 6 million tickets available
- USD 30.5 billion in total output
- 185,000 full-time jobs created
- USD 17.2 billion added to U.S. GDP
With FIFA PASS, Ghanaian supporters can now plan their World Cup journey with greater confidence and convenience. The system is designed to reduce delays, ease travel stress, and ensure fans are part of the biggest World Cup ever staged.