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US to expedite visa appointments for 2026 World Cup

Washington, Nov 18 (UNI) President Donald Trump has announced that US embassies will expedite the process of granting visa appointments to travellers holding tickets to the 2026 World Cup, BBC reported.
Speaking at the White House on Monday, Trump said the FIFA Prioritised Appointment Scheduling System (Pass) will allow World Cup ticket-holders with long wait times to opt for a 'FIFA prioritised interview'.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarified that ticket-holders for the tournament, set for next June and July in the US, Canada, and Mexico, will not be automatically granted a tourist visa
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