WORLD CUP
TRAVEL CHECKLIST

Check your expiry date now — renewal takes 6–10 weeks. Must be valid until at least January 2027.

Non-US citizens may need a B-2 tourist visa or ESTA waiver. Apply at least 3 months in advance.

Most visitors need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for Canada. Takes minutes to apply online.

Most nationalities enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days. Check your specific country requirements.

Email yourself scans of passport, tickets, insurance, and hotel bookings. Store in Google Drive or Dropbox.

Buy from trusted platforms — TicketNetwork (best for US/Canada), StubHub, Viagogo, or SeatGeek.

Download your tickets to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet. Stadium WiFi is unreliable — have them offline.

Screenshot your QR codes and save them to your camera roll as a backup.

The most iconic event of the tournament — Mexico City, June 11. Book immediately if interested.

Book multi-city routes if attending matches in multiple countries. Kiwi.com is best for complex itineraries.

Most airlines open check-in 24–48 hours before departure. Set a calendar reminder to grab your seat.

Research metro, shuttle, or rideshare options for each host city. Check our city guides for details.

Pre-book Uber/Lyft for match days — surge pricing is extreme. Some cities have official shuttles.

Book immediately — World Cup host cities sell out 12–18 months in advance. Prices triple closer to the event.

Download your booking confirmation PDF. You may need to show it at border control.

Contact your hotel to confirm early check-in if arriving before standard time. Especially important on match days.

Verify walking distance or transit time to the stadium. Match day transport can take 2–3x longer than normal.

Avoid $300+ roaming bills. Airalo, Yesim, and Drimsim all cover USA, Canada, and Mexico — compare plans and pick the best fit for your trip.

The world's most downloaded eSIM app. Huge brand trust, easy setup, and solid coverage across all 3 host countries. Great first choice for most fans.

Activate and test your eSIM at home before you travel. Ensure it connects properly on your device.

Maps, live scores, tickets, and social media add up fast. Get at least 10GB for a 2-week trip. Yesim and Drimsim offer great multi-country plans too.

Download offline maps for each host city before you leave. Essential when data is slow near stadiums.

Useful for accessing home streaming services and securing public WiFi connections at airports and hotels.

Call your bank or set travel notifications in your banking app. Prevents cards being blocked abroad.

USD for USA, CAD for Canada, MXN for Mexico. Get cash at airport ATMs — avoid currency exchange booths.

Wise, Revolut, or Charles Schwab cards have zero foreign transaction fees. Essential for 3-country travel.

Keep $200–$300 USD equivalent in cash as emergency backup. ATMs can be unreliable on match days.

Cover medical emergencies, trip cancellation, and ticket loss. Essential for a 3-country World Cup trip.

US healthcare is extremely expensive. Ensure your policy covers at least $500,000 in medical expenses.

Save your insurer's emergency number and policy number in your phone contacts before you leave.

Wear your nation's colors with pride. Check stadium dress code — some venues restrict certain items.

Your phone will be working overtime — maps, tickets, photos, live scores. A big power bank is essential.

USA/Canada use Type A/B plugs. Mexico uses Type A/B. If coming from Europe, bring a universal adapter.

Summer matches in Dallas, Houston, Miami, and Mexico can hit 35°C+. Protect yourself in open stadiums.

Vancouver, Seattle, and Toronto can be rainy in June. A packable rain jacket takes up almost no space.

Most World Cup venues enforce a clear bag policy. Check the specific stadium rules before match day.

Official FIFA Fan Zones have big screens, food, and incredible atmosphere. Free entry — just show up.

Top experiences sell out fast during the World Cup. Book Teotihuacan, Niagara Falls, and stadium tours now on Klook, Tiqets, or WeGoTrip.

Skip-the-line access, local secrets, and exclusive deals across all 16 host cities. Best for stadium tours and city activities.

Instant digital tickets for top attractions and museums. Skip the queues at Teotihuacan, CN Tower, Space Needle, and more.

Explore host cities at your own pace with offline audio guides. No group, no fixed schedule — perfect between match days.

Check our city guides for the best local food spots near each stadium. Reservations fill up fast.

You'll want to capture every moment. Clear your camera roll and bring extra memory cards.