ACLU, Amnesty lead 120 rights groups issuing US World Cup ‘travel advisory’
Summary
The ACLU, Amnesty International, and over 120 rights groups have issued a travel advisory for visitors attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. They warn of human rights concerns related to U.S. immigration policies and call on FIFA and U.S. officials to ensure safety for fans, players, and visitors.Key Facts
- The travel advisory warns about the worsening human rights situation in the U.S. ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
- Over 5 to 10 million visitors are expected to travel to the U.S. for the event, which is hosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.
- Concerns focus on strict immigration policies under President Donald Trump’s administration, including possible denial of entry, detention, or deportation of non-U.S. nationals.
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection has wide authority to admit or deny entry, including searching social media accounts.
- At least 39 countries face U.S. travel bans or restrictions, including Iran and Haiti, whose national teams will participate in the World Cup.
- Some countries must pay a $15,000 visa bond before traveling to the U.S. under the "Visa Bond Program."
- FIFA and host cities have not publicly announced concrete plans to protect visitors from these risks, leading to calls for stronger commitments.
- The White House spokesman said the event will be safe and welcoming, criticizing the advisory as scare tactics by activist groups.
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