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June 12: South Korea vs Czech Republic

June 18: Mexico vs South Korea

June 23: Colombia vs Congo

June 26: Uruguay vs Spain

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Cities & Matches You’re Visiting

Mexico City — Estadio Azteca

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June 11: Mexico vs South Africa — Opening match

June 16:  France vs Senegal

Plus 2 more group stage matches and 1 knockout match

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Guadalajara — Estadio Akron

Monterrey — Estadio BBVA

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June 14: Sweden vs Tunisia

June 20: Tunisia vs Japan

June 24: South Africa vs South Korea

June 29: Round of 32 match

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Monterrey is the only Mexican host city without a Mexico group stage match.

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US

Schengen Area

Canada

UK

Japan

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Passport valid 6+ months

Bank statements showing $1,500+ USD average balance for 3 months, or employment letter with $500+ USD monthly income for 3 months

Proof of stable employment for 1–2 years

In-person interview and biometrics

Fee around $36 USD

Visa Processing for Nigerians & UK Residents

Nigerian Passport Holders

Visa required through the Mexican Embassy in Abuja.

You don’t need a Mexican visa if you hold a valid multiple-entry visa from:

Exception:

The visa must be valid for your entire stay.

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Requirements for Embassy Application:

Timeline

Apply 3–4 months early. Expect delays due to World Cup demand.

UK Residents with Nigerian Passport

Same rules apply — Nigerian passport means you need the Mexican visa unless you have a valid US, UK, Schengen, or Canadian multiple-entry visa.

Visa-free for tourism stays up to 180 days.

UK Passport Holders

Recommended Hotels by City

Centro Histórico — Historic center, walkable to Zócalo, Metropolitan Cathedral, Palacio de Bellas Artes

Roma/Condesa — Trendy neighborhoods with parks, bookstores, nightlife

East/Airport area — Cheaper, functional, close to AICM airport

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Mexico City

Centro Histórico — Close to landmarks, plazas, cultural attractions

Zona Minerva/Chapalita — Restaurants, hotels, good transport links

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Guadalajara

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Barrio Antiguo/Downtown — Colorful colonial mansions, art galleries, nightlife, steps from Macroplaza

San Pedro Garza García — Upscale area with hotels and shopping

Monterrey

Book early — prices will spike for World Cup.

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Expected Experiences & Atmosphere

Massive street parties, mariachi, giant screens in plazas like La Minerva in Guadalajara and Avenida Chapultepec

Altitude: Mexico City is 2,240m above sea level, so games there feel different. Guadalajara and Monterrey are lower

Weather: June–July is rainy season, but matches are evening. Hot and humid in Monterrey, milder in Guadalajara, cool evenings in Mexico City

Language: Spanish. English spoken in tourist areas and hotels

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Top Attractions & Things to Do Between Matches

Mexico City

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Historic Center — Zócalo, Metropolitan Cathedral, Templo Mayor Aztec ruins

Teotihuacán — Climb Pyramids of Sun and Moon, 1 hour from city

Xochimilco — Colorful boat rides on canals with mariachi

National Museum of Anthropology — One of the world’s best

Frida Kahlo’s Blue House in Coyoacán

Chapultepec Castle — Only royal castle in the Americas

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Guadalajara

Plaza Brazil & Pelé Statue — 31ft statue outside Jalisco Stadium

Centro Histórico — Colonial architecture, Mariachi music origin

Tequila town — Day trip to tequila distilleries

Fan zones — La Minerva and Avenida Chapultepec for watch parties

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Monterrey

Cerro de la Silla — Iconic mountain visible from stadium

Barrio Antiguo — Nightlife, rock and jazz bars

Macroplaza & Paseo Santa Lucía — Waterwalk through city center

Industrial museums — Monterrey is Mexico’s industrial hub

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Cultural Programs & Extras

Mexico de mis Sabores — Gastronomic festival with food from all 32 states in Mexico City

Pueblos Magicos — Small-town festivals, beautification projects, soccer tournaments

Ancient ballgame demos at archaeological sites

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Mexico’s tourism plan runs nationwide programs from June 5 to July 22:

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Getting Around

Flights

No direct UK flights to Guadalajara or Monterrey. Connect via Mexico City, Madrid, or US hubs.

Domestic

Fly into Mexico City, then take a domestic flight to Guadalajara or Monterrey for more flexibility.

Public Transport

Fly into Mexico City, then take a domestic flight to Guadalajara or Monterrey for more flexibility.

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Metro in Mexico City

Metrorrey Line 1 to Estadio BBVA

Key Tip

If you already have a valid US or Schengen visa, you skip the Mexican visa process entirely. That saves you 3+ months.

Note: Mexico now has a special visa for World Cup purposes that can be granted within 24–48 hours, but that comes at a premium.

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Next Steps for You

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Apply for Mexico visa as soon as possible if you’re on a Nigerian passport.

Book hotels now — World Cup dates in Mexico are already 85%+ booked.

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