Foreign ticket holders from World Cup qualifying countries won’t have to pay bonds to enter US
Summary
The U.S. government will not require foreign visitors from World Cup qualifying countries who have tickets to pay a security bond to enter the country. This decision applies to fans from five countries with teams in the tournament and aims to make travel easier for those attending the World Cup in the U.S.Key Facts
- Foreign visitors from countries qualified for the World Cup who bought tickets are exempt from paying up to $15,000 bonds to enter the U.S.
- The bond requirement was introduced last year for travelers from 50 countries with high rates of visa overstays or security concerns.
- Five countries with this requirement—Algeria, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Senegal, and Tunisia—have qualified for the World Cup.
- Players, coaches, and some staff were already exempt from the bond to speed up visa processing.
- The waiver applies to fans who bought tickets and joined the FIFA Pass system for faster visa appointments after April 15.
- The World Cup begins on June 11 and is hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
- This exemption is a rare easing of immigration rules during a time of stricter travel controls by the Trump administration.
- Some countries still face travel bans or restrictions, and certain new rules like social media checks for travelers have not yet started.
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