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April 30, 2026
All World Cup teams poised for tax exemption after Fifa talks with US treasury
Fifa is poised to secure a last-minute tax exemption for all 48 World Cup qualifiers after intensive negotiations with the US treasury.
TL;DR
- Fifa is set to secure a tax exemption for all 48 World Cup qualifiers from US federal taxes.
- Negotiations with the US treasury involved Donald Trump's World Cup taskforce.
- National associations can apply for tax exemption under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code.
- This exemption is likely to be granted if applicants follow procedures and meet requirements like not benefiting private shareholders or engaging in political activity.
- Fifa has been tax-exempt in the US since 1994, but this is the first time a similar exemption is being sought for its members.
- Canada and Mexico, also co-hosts, have already granted tax exemptions.
- The exemption could save national associations millions, addressing fears of losing money on the tournament.
- Fifa recently increased prize and participation fund payments by 15%, totaling $871m, with all 48 countries guaranteed at least $12.5m.
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