There are only a few days left before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off, and one of the most common questions among those who work in Mexico City is whether there will be days off, work-from-home options, or special accommodations during the matches.
Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum recently clarified what will happen with workers during the tournament, especially following the announcement that classes in elementary and high schools will be suspended during the World Cup opening ceremony in the capital.
There will be no holidays for the 2026 World Cup
The mayor explained that there is currently no proposal to declare mandatory days off during the World Cup. This means that, in general terms, work schedules will remain normal.
However, the Mexico City government is already working with the Ministry of Labor to implement certain accommodations for public sector workers, primarily during the opening ceremony and the matches held in the capital.
As Sheinbaum explained, declaring a holiday would entail obligations under the Federal Labor Law, such as additional pay for those who must work on those dates, so this option is not being considered.
Who might be able to work from home or receive accommodations?
Mexico City government employees would be the ones most likely to have access to remote work arrangements or special leave to facilitate travel and follow the World Cup matches.
In the private sector, each company will be responsible for deciding whether to offer remote work, flexible schedules, or any other temporary benefits for its employees.
The measures would also focus on the three host cities of the tournament in Mexico: Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. For the rest of the country, there is currently no national strategy regarding time off from work or the suspension of activities.
For now, the only thing confirmed is that there will be no national holidays for the 2026 World Cup. Work accommodations will depend on agreements between authorities and companies, especially in the cities hosting tournament matches.