ESTA vs B1/B2 for the World Cup: Which Do You Need? (by Nationality)
Key Takeaways A B1/B2 visa now costs $435 ($185 application plus $250 integrity fee). The $250 integrity fee…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
World Cup 2026 Visa Timeline: Apply-By Dates & How Early to Start
Key Takeaways ESTA applicants can apply days before travel; B1/B2 applicants must start now. Fast-track countries see 60…
2026 World Cup Visa & Travel Guide: USA, Canada & Mexico
Key Takeaways Your passport decides your path: 42 countries use ESTA, everyone else needs a B1/B2 visa. A…
Greece Backtracks, Requires Entry/exit System Checks for British Holidaymakers
Greece reverses the EES exemption for UK travelers, requiring British citizens to undergo biometric checks and fingerprinting for…
World Cup 2026 Visa Rules Across USA, Canada & Mexico (Cross-Border Guide)
Key Takeaways A U.S. ESTA or visa does not cover Canada or Mexico entry. Canada: eTA (CAD 16)…
FIFA PASS Explained: Priority U.S. Visa Appointments for Ticket Holders
Key Takeaways FIFA PASS routes verified ticket holders to priority B1/B2 interview slots but does not guarantee a…
How to Get a U.S. Visa for the 2026 World Cup: Step-by-Step Guide
Key Form DS-160 MRV Fee $185 Integrity Fee $250 Total If Issued $435 If you are traveling to…
Schengen Rush Fuels Visa Black Market in Türkiye as Summer Travel Nears
A Schengen visa black market in Türkiye sells slots for €1,000 as bots sweep official systems, amid tightening…
JFK Airport Screens Travelers from Central African Countries to Stop Ebola Spread
JFK Airport designated as a primary arrival hub for travelers from Ebola-affected Central African nations to ensure concentrated…