US Creates Priority Visa System for World Cup 2026 Ticket Holders

Group 1 - The 2026 World Cup is expected to be unprecedented in success, with record ticket sales indicating strong global interest, reaching about 80% of the world [2] - A new fee for prioritized appointment scheduling system is being introduced for World Cup ticket holders to reduce wait times for interviews [1] - Appointment wait times have significantly decreased, with the ability to secure an appointment within 60 days, compared to previous wait times of over a year in some countries [3] Group 2 - Ticket holders are advised to apply for necessary appointments as soon as possible to avoid last-minute issues [4]