Traveling to the World Cup? The only valid ID you can use to buy alcohol at stadiums
Fans from all over the world are flocking to the U.S., Canada and Mexico for the World Cup, and this summer fans will be able to drink during games
Three countries, 16 venues, 42 teams and only one way for international fans to buy a beer at concession stands during World Cup games. Millions of people from around the globe are prepping to embark on their World Cup adventure this summer, and they better make sure they bring their passports, not just to board the flight.
Passport check
It’s going to be a steamy summer across Mexico, the US and Canada and the players aren’t the only ones who will need hydration breaks during throughout the matches. Soccer and booze aren’t mutually exclusive, but I’d be lying if I said one didn’t make the other a whole lot better.
International fans attending games looking to cool off and catch a bit of a buzz will have to bring their passports to the games. According to FIFA and local authorities, an international drivers license or an ID card isn’t going to be enough to grab a cheeky pint before or during the match. US residents will only be required to have a valid ID or license, but for those coming from countries around the world, the passport will be required upon ordering a beer or a cocktail.
If the 2026 FIFA World Cup is on your radar and you are counting on a cold drink to accompany the action, there are some important rules worth knowing.
— Courier Mail Sport (@cmail_sport) June 2, 2026
Here is a full breakdown of the alcohol restrictions in place for fans attending the event.
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It may not be the most convenient thing for traveling fans. Boozing with your passport in hand certainly sounds like a recipe for disaster, but perhaps it will bring about a certain level of responsibility that will force fans to limit their consumption during the 90 minutes.
Drink responsibly
A few other rules will be implemented to ensure fans don’t get out of control in the venues around Canada, the US and Mexico. There will be a two drink limit per person trip to the concession stand, and the sale of cocktails, or spirits, will be prohibited after halftime.
Fans will be rejoicing at the news that they will be able to sit in their seats and enjoy the match with a drink in hand. Last World Cup, fans that traveled to Qatar were not allowed to drink in the stadiums. Religious and state laws were temporarily put on the back burner for the event, but there was a strict no alcohol policy at the venues around Qatar.
The booze ban isn’t exclusive to countries with stricter alcohol laws. In England laws prohibit fans from having a pint while the pitch is in sight. They can hit the concession stands during the halftime break and pregame, but you are not allowed to drink in their seats. We here at AS aren’t urging you to go to the stadiums and booze, but if you do partake, remember to always enjoy responsibly.
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