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flag Trump's 2025 travel ban targets Senegal, Ivory Coast, Haiti, and Iran over visa overstays, limiting fan access to 2026 World Cup in U.S.

flag A new U.S. travel restriction, signed by former President Donald Trump on December 16, 2025, imposes partial bans on nationals from Senegal and Ivory Coast, affecting tourism and business travel. flag The move, citing high visa overstay rates, may prevent ordinary fans from attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in the U.S., though athletes, staff, and family members are exempt. flag The ban also affects other nations, including Haiti and Iran, and is part of broader immigration enforcement. flag While some games will be held in Canada and Mexico, offering limited alternatives, the policy has raised concerns about fan access and the global spirit of the tournament.

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