The United States has issued a warning to foreign influencers ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Reports indicate that creating monetized content while entering the country on a tourist visa could be classified as unauthorized employment under U.S. immigration laws.
Officials say content creators covering the tournament for commercial gain may be required to obtain the appropriate visa or work authorization before traveling.
However, this does not mean every influencer or content creator automatically needs a journalist visa. The key issue is the nature of the work being performed.
Those planning to generate commercial content during the World Cup could face immigration complications if they enter the U.S. under an incorrect visa category.