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Trump's Travel Ban Threatens Senegal, Ivory Coast Fans at World Cup

1/16/2026

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Trump's Travel Ban

U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a travel ban restricting entry for Senegalese and Ivory Coast fans without visas, limiting attendance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Senegal supporter Djibril Gueye criticized the United States for not facilitating attendance.
Ivory Coast coach Emerse Faé expressed hope for a resolution after recalling visa challenges, while some fans plan to attend with dual citizenship and others cite high ticket prices.

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Fans Face Travel Challenges

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to attract over one million visitors to the United States, with matches held in 11 U.S. cities, Mexico, and Canada.
International fans face travel bans, long visa wait times, strict border requirements, and high ticket prices as the event approaches.
The New York Times invites readers outside the United States to share travel plans and factors influencing attendance decisions.

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Trump's Travel Ban

U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a travel ban restricting entry for Senegalese and Ivory Coast fans without visas, limiting attendance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Senegal supporter Djibril Gueye criticized the United States for not facilitating attendance.
Ivory Coast coach Emerse Faé expressed hope for a resolution after recalling visa challenges, while some fans plan to attend with dual citizenship and others cite high ticket prices.

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