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

Jamaica is set to co-host the 2031 FIFA Senior Women's World Cup, marking a historic moment for the Caribbean nation. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia Grange, and Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) President Michael Ricketts signed the crucial guarantee agreements on Tuesday, solidifying Jamaica's partnership with FIFA and co-hosts the United States, Costa Rica, and Mexico.

The signed agreements outline Jamaica's hosting obligations, encompassing vital aspects such as establishing legal guarantees, managing visa and immigration procedures, ensuring safety and security, and handling waivers and indemnification. The Jamaican Cabinet has also approved the formation of a local organizing committee. This committee will comprise representatives from relevant ministries, departments, agencies, the JFF, and the private sector to oversee Jamaica's responsibilities and manage the associated budget.

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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. These include establishing legal mechanisms for guarantees, bonds, declarations.

Minister Grange highlighted the multifaceted benefits Jamaica anticipates from hosting the tournament. She emphasized the opportunity to showcase gender mainstreaming and inspire greater participation of girls in sports. The event is also expected to foster national pride and unity, create employment in sectors like events, security, and tourism, and provide invaluable media exposure for Jamaica's tourism brand. Grange anticipates a significant economic injection from international visitors and increased spending on local services.

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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. Indirect economic impact will come from a large number of international visitors, and spending on food, transport, and tours. Media/TV exposure of Kingston will also be of priceless value to our tourism brand. Significant economic injection is expected.