Jamaica signs guarantee agreements to co-host 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup

KINGSTON, Jamaica. The Jamaican government and the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) have signed guarantee agreements, a major step towards co-hosting the 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup with the United States, Costa Rica and Mexico.

Olivia Grange, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, and JFF President Michael Ricketts signed the agreements, committing both bodies to working with FIFA.

“With the signing, the Government of Jamaica and the Jamaica Football Federation will partner with FIFA in fulfilling the responsibilities and deliverables associated with Jamaica’s hosting obligations,” Grange said.

What the agreements cover

The guarantees cover visas, permits, immigration and check-in procedures, security and safety measures, waivers, indemnification and other legal matters.

Cabinet has also approved a local organising committee of government ministries, agencies, the JFF and private sector partners to oversee Jamaica’s responsibilities and budgetary impact.

Expected benefits

Grange said hosting would promote gender mainstreaming, encourage girls to take part in sport, foster national pride and create jobs in events, security and tourism.

“Indirect economic impact will come from a large number of international visitors, and spending on food, transport, and tours. Media and TV exposure of Kingston will also be of priceless value to our tourism brand,” she said.

“It also gives us bragging rights as the first Caribbean nation to host Women’s World Cup matches. Jamaica will host three to five group stage matches and one match in the round of 32.”