The United States is preparing to host the World Cup for the first time in over 30 years. Despite the excitement for this major sporting event, immigration warnings have also surfaced, posing potential consequences for those who overstay their time in the host country.
During a meeting between Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, and Donald Trump, president of the United States, clear messages were sent to future visitors of the 2026 World Cup. One of the most prominent warnings came from U.S. Vice President James David Vance, who mentioned that once the allowed time is over, tourists must return to their home countries or face potential legal consequences.
Despite this warning, the United States promises to welcome fans from around the world and showcase the best of the country in terms of sports competition and hospitality. President Trump highlighted the economic importance of the tournament, mentioning that this event could inject billions of dollars into the local economy and generate thousands of jobs for American workers.
Amid the preparation to welcome teams and fans from around the world, the duality in the messages projected by the United States becomes evident: on one hand, the open invitation to celebrate and enjoy the matches, and on the other, the need to respect the immigration laws of the host country. With a display of 48 national teams and 78 matches scheduled, the 2026 World Cup is expected to be a safe and extraordinary event, led by the United States in collaboration with FIFA.
