U.S. State Dept. to waive $15k visa bond for World Cup. But will it really help players and fans?

The New York Times·May 14

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The US State Department is reportedly waiving a $15,000 visa bond for the World Cup, although it is unclear how this will affect players and fans. Some countries' citizens were facing visa bonds of $5,000 to $15,000 under a pilot program, potentially impacting World Cup travel. The waiver's scope and impact on fans and players from various nations, including those from Algeria and Senegal, remains uncertain.

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