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Ticket for Finals not a US visa, says Rubio
The Straits Times
|November 19, 2025
US President Donald Trump on Nov 17 unveiled special fast-track visas for people with tickets to the 2026 World Cup, but his administration warned it was no guarantee of entry to the country.
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The United States has promised a seamless experience for the tournament despite concerns that his border crackdown could hurt fans.
“For those who intend to join us for the World Cup, I strongly encourage you to apply right away,” Mr Trump said as he announced the scheme in the Oval Office with Gianni Infantino, the boss of global football body Fifa.
Infantino, who has repeatedly appeared at Mr Trump’s side since the Republican’s return to the White House in January, said the so-called Fifa pass was a “very important announcement”.
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