World Cup fans warned of US immigration risks
Over 120 civil society organizations issued a travel warning for the US ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing risks due to the Trump administration's immigration policies. The warning lists potential human rights violations, including arbitrary entry denials and increased social media vetting of tourists.
More than 120 civil society organizations, including Amnesty International and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), have issued a travel warning for the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The warning cites risks due to the Trump administration's immigration policies, including arbitrary entry denials and increased social media vetting of tourists. The organizations allege that immigration agents may look for 'anti-American' sentiments on tourists' social media profiles. The Trump administration's ongoing travel ban of 39 countries and sweeping Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids are also cited as concerns. ICE has stated it will be a 'key part of the overall security apparatus for the World Cup.' The US saw a 6% drop in foreign visitors in 2025, despite a 6.7% global rise in tourism.
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