Qatari fans heading to the 2026 FIFA World Cup do not need a US visa. Qatar joined the US Visa Waiver Program in 2022. That means Qatari passport holders can enter the USA with just an ESTA — a simple online authorization that costs $21. What Is ESTA? ESTA stands for Electronic System for Travel Authorization. It is not a visa. It is a mandatory online screening for travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries. You apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov — the only official US