Qatari citizens and residents urged to apply early for US visa ahead of FIFA World Cup 26™
To avoid travel disruptions, the US Embassy strongly advises that Qatari travellers submit their ESTA application at least 72 hours before departure. Qatari passport holders are eligible to apply through the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA), under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), which will allow them to visit without a visa for up to 90 days.
The FIFA World Cup 2026, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded format with 48 teams.
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup ⚽ in the United States 🇺🇸 less than a year away, NOW is the best time to apply for your U.S. visa. 🇶🇦 Qatari citizens can benefit from ESTA for faster and easier travel to the United States. pic.twitter.com/QxCKprjaJj
— U.S. Embassy in Qatar (@USEmbassyDoha) August 5, 2025
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Qatari citizens and residents urged to apply early for US visa ahead of FIFA World Cup 26™
The US Embassy in Qatar shared a post on their social media platforms on 6 August 2025, urging Qatari citizens and residents planning to attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 to apply early for their US visa or travel authorisation. To avoid travel disruptions, the US Embassy strongly advises that Qatari travellers submit their ESTA application at least 72 hours before departure. Qatari passport holders are eligible to apply through the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA), under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), which will allow them to visit without a visa for up to 90 days. The FIFA World Cup 2026, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded format with 48 teams. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup ⚽ in the United States 🇺🇸 less than a year away, NOW is the best time to apply for your U.S. visa. 🇶🇦 Qatari citizens can benefit from ESTA for faster and easier travel to the United States. — U.S. Embassy in Qatar (@USEmbassyDoha) August 5, 2025
