The Trump administration announced that U.S. embassies and consulates will prioritize visa applications from participants in major sporting events, such as the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympics, as well as from foreigners intending to invest in the U.S.

These measures are part of a broader initiative to control immigration, which includes new criteria for highly skilled foreign workers, prohibiting the entry of those involved in censoring American citizens on social media. The State Department has emphasized that all visa applications will require interviews and security checks, which has led to long waiting periods.

Additionally, the 'FIFA Pass' initiative has been introduced to expedite the processing of visa applications for the World Cup. Priorities also include foreign graduates and temporary workers, and the new rules will allow embassies to adjust the number of available slots for different categories of applicants, thus ensuring sufficient capacity for fans traveling for sporting events.