In 2026, the 23rd edition of the Soccer World Cup will take place, which, for the first time, will feature the participation of 48 teams and three host countries: Canada, Mexico and the United States. Most of the matches will be held in this last country and, For foreigners wishing to attend, the embassy is already issuing a warning.
Soccer fans should know that if they plan to attend any of the seventy-eight games that will take place in the United States, They must have a valid visa and passport. Hence, the importance of reviewing the validity of both.
Through a publication on its official Instagram account, the United States embassy in Mexico published the following message: “Remember to renew your visa for the United States as soon as possible and get ready to experience the excitement of soccer in three different countries. “The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be an unforgettable experience that you cannot miss.”
In the same publication they recommended to fans Schedule your visa renewal appointment as soon as possible so you can have it on time. This is especially important depending on the circumstances.
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, United States embassies began to register significant delays in their procedures. Although over the months they have made various efforts to respond more quickly to all requests, The reality is that waiting times are still long.
Nevertheless, In case of renewal, the times are usually a little shorter, as long as you qualify to exempt the interview, in which case you will only have to appear at the Visa Applicant Service Center (CAS).
Based on this, although The recommendation is to start the process as soon as possible, There is still time to be able to have the necessary immigration documents and go to the 2026 World Cup.
How to renew your visa to go to the 2026 World Cup?
Aware of the importance of the sporting event, The United States Embassy announced the steps to renew a tourist visaB2, in time to be able to attend the matches that will be played in the North American country for the 2026 World Cup.
- Fill out form DS 160.
- Create an account on the official United States visa page. Don’t forget to keep your username and password safe.
- Make the corresponding payment. On the site you can find all the details regarding the rate according to your country.
- Schedule an appointment. You will need to log into your account and see the available dates. If you are carrying out the procedure for the first time, you must also go to the corresponding CAS.
- Come to your appointment on time and follow the instructions provided in the email.
- If your procedure is approved, keep an eye on your postal mail and appointment system to follow up and receive your visa.
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