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Additional Sponsorships

Visa sponsorships are a platform to build business, increase brand awareness and loyalty and showcase our products and services while delivering value to our partners and clients. In addition to global sports properties like the Olympic and Paralympic Games and FIFA World Cup™, Visa has partnered with leading regional sports and entertainment properties including the National Hockey League (NHL), Copa Libertadores, Toronto International Film Festival, Dubai Shopping Festival and many others.

NHL and NHLPA

In October 2008, Visa strengthened its commitment to sport in Canada by partnering with the National Hockey League (NHL) and the NHL Players’ Association. The partnerships allow Visa to create cardholder opportunities and complement the services of its financial institution clients.

Copa Libertadores

Since 2004, Visa has been a main sponsor of Copa Bridgestone Libertadores, an international soccer tournament that includes participation of 38 teams from ten South American countries and Mexico. The sponsorship is another example of Visa’s commitment to the world’s most loved sport.

Toronto International Film Festival

A committed supporter of the arts, culture and tourism, Visa has sponsored the Toronto International Film Festival since 1996. As part of Visa’s sponsorship, Visa cardholders are entitled to advance tickets and exclusive ticket packages.

Dubai Shopping Festival

Visa is a key sponsor of the Dubai Shopping Festival, Dubai's premier shopping event. Ahead of the 2012 FIFA World Cup™,Visa brought the Winner’s Trophy to the Dubai Mall and provided Visa cardholders with the opportunity to have their pictures taken with the world’s most recognized sports trophy.

Preparing for the Olympic Games

Preparing for the Olympic Games

Hear how the Sochi 2014 Organizing Committee is planning for tourism and growth with electronic payments.