President of the entity also states that foreigners will be welcome; Country will host the competition in 2026 with Canada and Mexico
The president of, on Saturday (30.ago.2025) that the visa and immigration process will be “quiet” For foreigners who go to the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. He also said that the “Fans from around the world will be welcome” And that FIFA works with host governments to facilitate the arrival of fans.
“I think it is important to clarify this. There is a lot of wrong idea out there. Everyone will be welcome […] next year. We are working for this ”, He said Infantino during a conversation with journalists after meeting with the presidents of the CAF (African Football Confederation) members in Nairóbi, Kenya. “We want to unite the world next year”, concluded.
Infantino stressed that the competition will have 48 selections –16 more than the 2022 edition. More than 7 million fans are expected for the 104 matches.
The Infantine Declaration takes place at a time when US President Donald Trump (Republican) has been taking steps to grant foreigners. On August 21, the US government reported that it will also be more than 55 million valid visas.
