World Cup 2026 Stadium Bag Policy — Complete Guide

Every one of the 16 World Cup 2026 host stadiums enforces a strict clear bag policy — no exceptions, no on-site storage, and no second chances at the gate. Fans who arrive with the wrong bag will be turned away. This guide tells you exactly what you can bring, what is banned, and how to get through security with zero stress.

Bags That Are Allowed ✅

Items That Are Banned 🚫

Medical Exemptions

Fans with genuine medical needs can bring necessary equipment that falls outside the standard bag rules. Covered items include insulin pens, diabetic testing kits, EpiPens, glucose tablets, prescription medication, CPAP equipment, and breast pumps. To use a medical exemption: contact your specific host stadium's accessibility or medical team at least 2 weeks before your match date, bring a doctor's letter in English, French, or Spanish, and arrive at the designated medical/accessibility entrance at least 2 hours before kickoff for additional screening.

Match Day Security Tips

Gates at World Cup 2026 stadiums typically open 3 hours before kickoff. Security queues at venues holding 70,000–93,000 fans can be very long — aim to arrive 90 to 120 minutes before kickoff minimum. Prepare your bag the night before using the allowed/banned lists above. Use public transit wherever possible; parking will be severely limited near all venues. You must also bring both your match ticket QR code and your FIFA Fan ID — entry is refused without both.

For venue-specific rules (some stadiums vary slightly on sealed water bottles or compact cameras), check the official A-Z guide for your stadium on the FIFA website. Before match day, also secure your hotel near the stadium, sort your flights, and confirm your tickets are in order.