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Congressional leaders call for streamlined visa process ahead of World Cup, LA Olympics
- Congressional leaders urged the U.S. State Department to streamline visa processing ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
- They cited persistent visa backlogs and appointment delays that could prevent athletes, tourists, and media from entering the country before the events beginning June 12, 2026.
- The lawmakers recommended expediting visa requests by increasing appointment availability, waiving interviews when appropriate, and providing resources to overseas consular offices to handle higher demand.
- Representative Kamlager-Dove highlighted that while the World Cup and Olympics have the potential to bring in approximately $22 billion in economic activity, this benefit would be lost if bureaucratic delays prevent fans from attending the events.
- The leaders stressed failing to resolve visa delays risks harming the U.S. Economy and global reputation, urging that visa processes maintain security while enabling timely access for event participants and visitors.
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Congressional leaders call for streamlined visa process ahead of World Cup, LA Olympics
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