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The World Cup & Passport privilege | Digital Series | Al Jazeera
Game TheoryWho actually gets to go to the World Cup? With US President Donald Trump’s strict immigration policies, some fans may never make it past the American border. Because while teams qualify on merit, passports don’t. Al Jazeera’s Samantha Johnson explains.Published On 3 May 2026
B'nai B'rith Unveils Global 'Passport' for World Cup - J-Wire
Browse > Home / News / B’nai B’rith Unveils Global ‘Passport’ for World Cup – J-Wire April 29, 2026 by J-Wire News Service Read on for article Thousands of Australian football fans, including many Jewish supporters, are set to travel to North America for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Jewish fans will have a new way to connect as they move between cities, with B’nai B’rith International launching a global “Passport” initiative in Seattle. Seattle Stadium, match venue for the 2026 World Cup (photo: Rounder) The program will debut at a reception in downtown Seattle on Thursday, June 18, 2026, timed to coincide with the early stages of the tournament and the arrival of international visitors. The World Cup, to be staged across the United States, Canada and Mexico, is expected to draw millions of spectators across its expanded 48-team format, with Australia’s participation likely to bring a sizeable travelling supporter base. B’nai B’rith says the Passport initiative is designed to connect those travellers with Jewish communities worldwide, reflecting the organisation’s global footprint spanning North America, Europe, Latin America and Australasia. “Passport is about turning travel into meaningful engagement,” said Rob Spitzer, President of B’nai B’rith International. “At a time when Jewish communities are facing increasing challenges, strengthening global connections has never been more important.” Rob Spitzer, B’nai B’rith International President Launching as a WhatsApp-based pilot, the program will allow verified participants to share travel plans and connect with local B’nai B’rith members and supporters in the cities they visit. Participants will be able to access local recommendations, meet community leaders and gain insight into Jewish life in different regions. The initiative is also intended to build ongoing relationships, with each connection described as “personal, trusted and rooted in the shared values of the B’nai B’rith community”. B’nai B’rith leaders in Australia and New Zealand have pointed to the program as an opportunity to strengthen links between local communities and the organisation’s international network, particularly as more Australians travel abroad for major global events. The Seattle launch event will feature remarks from Israel’s Consul General to the Pacific Northwest, Ambassador Marco Sermoneta, and is open to all Jewish attendees, with membership not required. Venue details will be provided to registered guests, with advance RS...
United States Tightens B1/B2 Visitor Visas as World Cup 2026 Fans Face ...
United States Tightens B1/B2 Visitor Visas as World Cup 2026 Fans Face Rising Costs U.S. tightens visa rules for 39 countries ahead of 2026 World Cup, introducing high-cost bonds and entry bans that impact international football fans.
Visa hurdles, security fears, high costs keep international fans away from 2026 World Cup in US - VnExpress International
Complicated visa procedures, soaring travel costs and security concerns are driving many international football fans to reconsider or skip the 2026 World Cup matches hosted in the U.S.
