The FIFA World Cup 2026 (June 11 – July 19, 2026, hosted in USA, Canada, and Mexico) is a dream event for football fans worldwide. For Vietnamese citizens needing a B-1/B-2 tourist visa to attend matches in the U.S., having official tickets significantly strengthens your application by proving a clear travel purpose and limited stay duration.

Best of all: Buying official tickets qualifies you for FIFA PASS – a priority system for faster U.S. visa interviews, announced by the U.S. Department of State and FIFA.

Important Note: Tickets do not guarantee visa approval. Approval depends on your ties to Vietnam (job, family, property), finances, and no intent to overstay. However, tickets + FIFA PASS dramatically improve your odds by securing timely interviews.

Current Ticket Sales (as of December 23, 2025)

Tickets are sold only through the official FIFA platform in phases. Demand is massive (over 20 million requests already!).

1. 1. Create a FIFA Account:
      • Visit FIFA.com/tickets.
      • Register for free.
   2. Current Phase: Random Selection Draw (Lottery):
      • Open now until January 13, 2026.
      • Apply for specific matches (group stage, knockouts, final).
      • Random selection – no first-come advantage.
      • Notifications in February 2026; payment auto-charged if selected.

Future phases: More sales in 2026.

Ticket Prices (variable by match and category; dynamic pricing):

• • Group stage: From ~$60 (limited Supporter Entry Tier for loyal fans) to $700+.
  • Knockouts/Final: Much higher, up to thousands (e.g., final cheapest ~$4,000+ before new tier).
  • New $60 tier added after fan feedback – limited, via national federations.

Focus on U.S. venue matches for FIFA PASS eligibility.

How Tickets Help Your U.S. Visa

• Strong Evidence: Tickets show exact dates and event purpose – bring confirmations to your interview.
• FIFA PASS (Priority Appointment System):
  • For official ticket buyers attending U.S. matches.
  • Opt-in after purchase; FIFA shares details with U.S. State Department.
  • Priority interviews starting early 2026 – crucial if normal waits are long (e.g., months in Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City).
  • Details: https://www.state.gov/fifa-world-cup-26-visas

If you’re from a Visa Waiver country, use ESTA (no visa needed).

Visa Approval Chances with Tickets

• Much Higher: Demonstrates non-immigrant intent.
• Realistic: Strong for those with good ties to home; FIFA PASS solves appointment delays.
• Standard B-1/B-2 process – no special “World Cup visa.”

Next Steps

1. 1. Register and enter the lottery now (deadline Jan 13, 2026).
   2. If selected, opt into FIFA PASS.
   3. Prepare DS-160, proof of ties, and finances.
   4. Check wait times: travel.state.gov

Need Help with Your U.S. Visa? Contact Truong Law Firm, PLLC – experienced immigration attorneys specializing in helping Vietnamese clients with tourist visas, family petitions, and more. We guide you through DS-160, interview prep, and evidence to maximize approval chances for World Cup travel. Visit our website or call today!

FAQ

1. 1. Does a World Cup ticket guarantee a U.S. visa? No, but it greatly helps by proving purpose and qualifies you for FIFA PASS priority interviews.
   2. When does FIFA PASS start? Early 2026 – details sent to ticket holders.
   3. Can I buy tickets from resellers? No – only official FIFA tickets qualify for FIFA PASS and are scam-free.
   4. What if I don’t get tickets in this phase? More phases in 2026; apply early.
   5. How can Truong Law Firm, PLLC help? We assist Vietnamese applicants with full visa support, from forms to mock interviews.

Sources: FIFA.com/tickets, state.gov/fifa-world-cup-26-visas (updated December 2025).