FIFA Opens Volunteer Applications for Historic 2026 World Cup
FIFA has officially commenced applications for its 2026 World Cup Volunteer Programme, set to be the largest in the organisation’s history, with more than 65,000 volunteers expected to participate.
The announcement was made by FIFA President Gianni Infantino through his official Instagram account. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will make history as the first edition to be jointly hosted by three nations — the United States, Canada, and Mexico — featuring 104 matches across 16 host cities.
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“This will be the largest volunteer programme for a FIFA event to date,” Infantino affirmed. “Volunteers are the heart, soul, and smile of our tournaments.
They embody local pride, gain behind-the-scenes insight into operations, and create lifelong memories and friendships while playing an essential role in a historic sporting occasion.”
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Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Commit to eight shifts between 11 June and 19 July 2026
- Be 18 years of age or older at the time of application
- Fulfil the entry requirements of the host country
- Possess English language proficiency (knowledge of other languages is advantageous)
- Attend Volunteer Team Tryouts and complete all required training
- Pass a background screening (procedures vary for Mexico)
Programme Timeline
- Application Period Ends: September 2025
- Volunteer Team Tryouts: October 2025 – January 2026
- Role Offers Issued: December 2025 – March 2026
- Training and Final Preparations: March – June 2026
Volunteer tryouts will allow participants to meet management teams, network with fellow applicants, and preview the tournament environment.
Volunteer Benefits
Selected volunteers will receive official FIFA World Cup 2026 uniforms, exclusive rewards, recognition items, and a formal certificate of participation. Complimentary meals and refreshments will also be provided during shifts.
Scheduled for June and July 2026, the tournament promises to be the most extensive and ambitious World Cup in history, offering volunteers a unique opportunity to be part of football’s largest global stage.
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