If you’re planning to come to Canada for the FIFA World Cup 2026, here’s the harsh truth: most of what you see online about visas and work permits is flat-out wrong. Social media is full of scammers promising magic shortcuts — and people are falling for it.

Let’s break down the real deal, so you don’t waste time, money, or risk your entry into Canada.

FIFA World Cup Canada immigration misinformation

🚨 The Scams Are Real

CBC News reports that misleading videos on TikTok, Instagram, and WhatsApp are claiming there’s a “special FIFA visa” that lets fans and volunteers work or even settle in Canada.

“Videos suggest there is a way to legally immigrate to Canada if you are attending the World Cup, which is misleading,” says immigration lawyer Navdeep Bains. (CBC News, 2026)

Here’s what they’re not telling you:

  • There is no FIFA visa that guarantees work or permanent residency.

  • Temporary exemptions only apply to official FIFA event workers.

  • Falling for a “guaranteed visa” pitch can cost thousands — and get you flagged by Canadian immigration.

This is classic FIFA World Cup Canada immigration misinformation. And ignoring it can ruin your trip or immigration plans.

FIFA World Cup Canada immigration misinformation

🧠 The Truth About FIFA Work Exemptions

Canada does offer a limited work permit exemption for FIFA-invited workers, but it’s extremely narrow:

  • Only for people officially hired by FIFA or its partners.

  • Only for short-term, event-specific work.

  • Must enter and leave Canada within a specific window.

This does not mean attending a match ticket or volunteering unofficially gets you a visa. (Government of Canada, 2026)

The scammers are twisting this tiny exception into a “get-any-visa” cheat code — it’s misleading and dangerous.

🍁 Canada Immigration Still Works the Old-Fashioned Way

No shortcut changes the rules:

  • Visitors need a TRV (Temporary Resident Visa) or eTA if required.

  • Work permits must be legitimate and employer-sponsored.

  • Permanent Residency still comes through Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, or TR-to-PR pathways.

Ignoring this and chasing rumors is like trying to score a goal from midfield — possible? Maybe. Smart? Absolutely not.

FIFA World Cup Canada immigration misinformation

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Sources

  1. CBC News. Misleading immigration videos target people hoping to work in Canada for FIFA World Cup. 2026. Link

  2. Government of Canada. Work permits for FIFA World Cup event workers. 2026. Link

  3. Immigration.ca. Canada introduces special visa measures for FIFA World Cup. 2026. Link