December 8, 2025—Ottawa—Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is proud to join Canadians in celebrating Canada’s role as a co‑host of the FIFA World Cup 26™ with the United States and Mexico. This is a historic event that will showcase our diversity, hospitality and leadership as matches unfold in Toronto and Vancouver between June 11 and July 19, 2026.

As Canada prepares to welcome athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers and fans from around the globe, IRCC is working closely with FIFA and federal partners to support a smooth and secure event through timely and reliable immigration screening. Visitors are encouraged to apply early to avoid delays and make the most of this once‑in‑a‑lifetime celebration.

With 13 matches scheduled to take place in Canada throughout the tournament, anyone who plans to participate in these matches or attend them is encouraged to start preparing now and to apply early for the documents they need to travel. This is particularly true for fans of Germany, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Panama, Croatia, Senegal, Australia, New Zealand, Egypt, Belgium, Qatar, and Switzerland who will be travelling to Canada to see their favourite team compete for glory on our turf. Most people will need a visa or an electronic travel authorization (eTA) to travel to Canada or transit through the country.

Visitors can find all the key information they need—including entry requirements and how to apply for a visa, a work permit or an eTA—on IRCC’s dedicated FIFA World Cup 26^TM web page.