Many Countries in the World Cup Face U.S. Travel or Visa Restrictions

Qualified countries for the 2026 men’s World Cup

Map Table

Map of all qualified countries for the 2026 men’s World Cup as of March 31, 2026 where the countries with restrictions by the U.S. are highlighted.

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Note: Restrictions include the travel ban, the pause in immigrant visa processing, and the requirement of a visa bond. All four United Kingdom countries compete separately under FIFA. England and Scotland qualified, while Wales and Northern Ireland did not.

Sources: CFR research; FIFA