FIFA World Cup 2026 Volunteer Program: 65K Volunteers Needed
The Greatest Volunteer Program is officially open. Applications are now open for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Volunteer Program, one of the biggest and most prestigious volunteer programs in FIFA history. The FIFA 2026 World Cup is accepting applications for 65,000 volunteers from around the world. Volunteers must be available from June 11, 2026, to July 19, 2026, and must be at least 18 years old at the time of application. The tournament will take place across 16 host cities in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. There is no application fee, and volunteers from all backgrounds are welcome. Your passion and energy are the most important qualities you bring!
About the FIFA World Cup 2026 Volunteer Program
- Host Countries: Canada, USA, Mexico
- Duration: June 11, 2026, to July 19, 2026
- Hosted by: FIFA
- Number of Volunteers: 65,000
Perks for Volunteers
Volunteers will receive the following benefits:
- Official FIFA World Cup 26 Volunteer Uniform
- Exclusive reward and recognition items
- Meals and refreshments during your shift
- Volunteer certificate
- Lasting friendships and a once-in-a-generation experience
- Skills-based learning opportunities
Host Countries and Cities
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be hosted across 16 cities in three countries. On the application form, you will need to select one preferred host city, and this selection cannot be changed once submitted.
Canada (2 Cities)
- Toronto (BMO Field / Toronto Stadium)
- Vancouver (BC Place / Vancouver Stadium)
Mexico (3 Cities)
- Guadalajara (Estadio Akron / Estadio Guadalajara)
- Mexico City (Estadio Azteca)
- Monterrey (Estadio BBVA / Estadio Monterrey)
United States (11 Cities)
- Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium / Atlanta Stadium)
- Boston (Gillette Stadium / Boston Stadium)
- Dallas (AT&T Stadium / Dallas Stadium)
- Houston (NRG Stadium / Houston Stadium)
- Kansas City (GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium / Kansas City Stadium)
- Los Angeles (SoFi Stadium / Los Angeles Stadium)
- Miami (Hard Rock Stadium / Miami Stadium)
- New York / New Jersey (MetLife Stadium / New York New Jersey Stadium) – The final will be played here
- Philadelphia (Lincoln Financial Field / Philadelphia Stadium)
- San Francisco Bay Area (Levi’s Stadium / San Francisco Bay Area Stadium)
- Seattle (Lumen Field / Seattle Stadium)
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to applicants from around the world
- Commitment: Minimum of eight shifts between June 11, 2026, and July 19, 2026
- Age: 18 years or older at the time of application
- Must comply with the entry requirements of the host country
- Language: Must speak English (additional languages are a plus)
- Attend Volunteer Team Tryouts and complete mandatory training
- Agree to and pass a background review (process varies for Mexico)
Timeline
- Applications: August – September 2025
- Volunteer Team Tryouts: October 2025 – January 2026
- Role Offers: December 2025 – March 2026
- Gear Up & Get Ready: March – June 2026
- Tournament Time: June – July 2026
How to Apply
To apply, join the FIFA Volunteer Community, review the program requirements, and complete the application form and online assessment. Highlight why you’d be a valuable addition to the volunteer team.