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U.S. Shortens Travel Window for Iran's World Cup Team
The Department of Homeland Security reduced the advance notice required for Iran's national soccer team to travel to its next World Cup match. The adjustment applies only to the Iran-Egypt fixture and leaves other security and visa rules unchanged.
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A DHS spokesperson confirmed the updated policy on June 23, 2026.
Earlier restrictions had required the team to submit detailed travel plans farther in advance. The change shortens that window for the upcoming fixture. The adjustment applies specifically to the Iran-Egypt match and does not alter other security or visa procedures.
Both teams are preparing final training and logistics ahead of the fixture. No additional details on the venue or kickoff time were released in the announcement.
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