Crossing Borders Like a Pro
The 2026 tournament marks the first time three nations have jointly hosted. While Mexico and Canada offer slightly more streamlined entry for many nationalities, the USA has strict visa requirements. **Our advice:** Secure your visas by late 2025 to avoid the massive spring 2026 backlog.
Fan ID (Hayya Equivalent)
Expect a digital authentication system (Fan ID) that integrates with your ticket and host nation entry requirements. Keep your digital documents stored in a secure travel wallet like NxVoy.
Budgeting for the Tournament
The 2026 World Cup will be expensive. Between summer flight hikes and sporting event premiums, daily costs in host cities are expected to be 40-70% higher than average.
- **Public Transit:** Most host cities are providing free transit for match-day fans with the Fan ID.
- **Food:** Use local grocery stores or the legendary street food scenes in cities like Mexico City and Los Angeles to save significantly.
- **Secondary Hubs:** Stay in cities like Newark (for NY), Tacoma (for Seattle), or Toluca (for Mexico City) to find better hotel value.