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Visa Ignite Partner Program: Kick-Off to FIFA World Cup 2026™
Turn leads into points with Visa Direct. Climb the leaderboard and compete for a FIFA World Cup 2026™ VIP experience—premium match access plus exclusive rewards await top performers.
The First Step to the FIFA World Cup 2026™
The Visa Ignite Partner Program is a points-based sales challenge built for partners driving growth with Visa Direct. Every qualified lead and closed deal earns points, moving you higher up the leaderboard.
Outperform the field and compete for an unforgettable FIFA World Cup 2026™ VIP experience.
Score Points and Climb the Leaderboard
Every action counts in the Visa Ignite Partner Program. Earn points with every move. Finish first for a FIFA World Cup 2026™ VIP experience for two, including a 5-night stay in Los Angeles, two match experiences, and exclusive hosted moments. Plus, 4 Runner-Ups will receive limited-edition FIFA World Cup 2026™ merchandise.
Step 1
Start strong at the Kick-Off Workshop. Attend in person or join virtually to earn a one-time points boost. In-person attendance is verified on-site via sign-in, while virtual attendees must stay till the end to qualify — show up strong and you’re straight on the scoreboard.
Points earned:
• BD: 5 points
• AM: 5 points
Step 2
Keep the momentum going by submitting net-new qualified merchants and closing eligible deals.
You’ll earn points for:
- Every net-new qualified merchant submitted
- Every merchant contract signed or committed to launch Visa Direct
Merchants must be new to Visa Direct in the territory within the past 12 months and meet qualification requirements.
Qualified lead per merchant(BD) |
Qualified lead via SDRs / VDPP (BD) |
Contract signed or launch commitment (AM) |
+5 (Prospecting/Qualifying) |
+5 (Prospecting/Qualifying) |
+30 per merchant |
+10 (Structuring) |
+10 (Structuring) |
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+15 (Client Evaluation) |
+15 (Client Evaluation) |
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Step 3
Consistency pays off. As your numbers add up, so do your bonuses. Milestone bonuses are awarded when you hit:
- Every 5th qualified lead/merchant submitted
- Every 3rd contract signed or launch commitment received
Bonuses stack cumulatively as you progress — the higher you climb, the faster you accelerate.
Bonus points:
• +15 points per milestone achieved
Step 4
Bonus: Go Bigger, Score More
Bring in a large net-new merchant with projected volume above 80K transactions per year and earn an additional boost.
Bonus points:
• BD: +15 points
• AM: +15 points
Stay In The Game
Track your progress, monitor the leaderboard, and see how you stack up as the competition unfolds. When the final whistle blows, only the top performers take home the rewards.
The Race Is On
Stay focused, keep scoring, and make every lead and deal count before time runs out.
FAQs
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The Visa Ignite Partner Program is a points-based sales challenge that rewards partners for submitting qualified leads and closing eligible deals. Every action earns points, helping you climb the leaderboard and compete for a FIFA World Cup 2026™ hospitality experience.
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You earn points by attending the in-person Kick-Off Workshop, submitting net-new qualified leads, closing eligible merchant contracts or launch commitments, and unlocking milestone bonuses as you progress. All eligible activities contribute to your overall leaderboard ranking.
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A net-new merchant is one that has not processed Visa Direct transactions in the territory within the past 12 months and meets the program’s qualification criteria, including minimum projected transaction thresholds and lead validation requirements.
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Leaderboard rankings are based on the total points earned throughout the program period. Points are awarded for eligible activities and milestone bonuses, with rankings updated to reflect your latest progress.
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Top performers will be rewarded with a FIFA World Cup 2026™ VIP experience for two, featuring a 5-night stay in Los Angeles, match experiences, and exclusive hosted moments at football’s biggest tournament. 4 Runner-Up performers will receive limited-edition FIFA World Cup 2026™ merchandise, awarded based on final rankings and program terms.