List of Everyone Denied Entry to the U.S. Ahead of the World Cup So Far
Summary
The 2026 World Cup is taking place in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. However, some referees, team members, and fans have been denied entry to the U.S. because of stricter immigration rules under President Donald Trump.Key Facts
- Somali referee Omar Artan, who had a visa and diplomatic passport, was denied entry at Miami airport due to security concerns.
- Members of Iran’s football team delegation were initially denied U.S. visas; players got visas just 10 days before their first match.
- Iran’s team will enter the U.S. only on match days and return to their base in Mexico after.
- Iraq national team photographer Talal Salah was denied entry after long questioning and phone inspection at Chicago airport.
- Some Iraqi players were also questioned and had their phones searched before being allowed entry.
- Several Scotland fans faced unexpected visa denials or problems with their travel authorizations for the U.S.
- U.S. travel restrictions under President Trump limit entry from 39 countries, and visa processing is delayed or stopped in 75 more countries.
- President Trump said the U.S. is working to ensure only the right people enter the country during the tournament.
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