How to Become a FIFA Agent: Your Step-by-Step Path with SMWW’s Soccer Agent Program

How to Become a FIFA Agent: Your Step-by-Step Path with SMWW’s Soccer Agent Program
January 16, 2026 by Dr. Lynn Lashbrook

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Becoming a FIFA agent is one of the most sought-after career paths in global sports. As professional soccer continues to grow across international markets, clubs, players, and organizations rely on licensed FIFA agents to manage contracts, transfers, negotiations, and long-term career strategy. However, breaking into this competitive field requires more than passion—it demands education, preparation, mentorship, and real-world guidance.

Sports Management Worldwide (SMWW) offers a proven pathway for aspiring soccer agents through its Soccer Agent Course, FIFA Agent Prep Course, and Agent Advisor Program, all designed to prepare students for success in the modern soccer representation landscape.

What Does It Take to Become a FIFA Agent?

To become a licensed FIFA agent, candidates must:

  • Understand FIFA regulations and agent responsibilities

  • Pass the official FIFA Agent Exam

  • Navigate player contracts, transfers, and negotiations

  • Build relationships across clubs, leagues, and federations

  • Operate ethically within global compliance standards

This process is complex and highly regulated, making structured education and expert instruction essential.

Learn from a Licensed FIFA Agent

SMWW’s Soccer Agent Course is taught by Maikel Tsuji, SMWW Soccer Agency Director and a licensed FIFA Agent with real-world experience representing players and working directly within the global soccer ecosystem. His instruction provides students with practical insight into how the agent business actually operates—not just theory, but real application.

The course covers critical areas such as:

  • Player representation and career management

  • Domestic and international transfer processes

  • Contract structures and negotiation strategy

  • FIFA regulations and agent compliance

  • Working with clubs, leagues, and governing bodies

For those preparing specifically for licensure, Maikel also teaches SMWW’s FIFA Agent Prep Course, which is designed to help candidates confidently approach the FIFA Agent Exam. This course focuses on exam structure, rule interpretation, case scenarios, and regulatory knowledge required to meet FIFA’s standards.

The Power of the SMWW Agent Advisor Program

Education is only part of the journey. What truly separates SMWW from other programs is the Agent Advisor Program, which connects students directly with experienced agents for mentorship, guidance, and career development.

Through the Agent Advisor Program, students:

  • Receive insight into day-to-day agent operations

  • Learn how to build and manage a client base

  • Gain exposure to real-world decision-making

  • Develop professional networks within the soccer industry

  • Understand how to transition from certification to representation

This mentorship-driven approach bridges the gap between coursework and career execution, helping aspiring agents move from learning to doing.

A Proven Pathway Into Soccer Representation

SMWW’s soccer-focused programs are designed for individuals who are serious about building a career in player representation. Whether your goal is to pass the FIFA Agent Exam, work with professional players, or build a long-term career in global soccer, SMWW provides the education, preparation, and mentorship needed to compete in today’s market.

By combining expert-led coursework, exam preparation, and personalized agent mentorship, SMWW offers one of the most comprehensive pathways available for aspiring FIFA agents.

For those ready to take the next step toward becoming a soccer agent, SMWW delivers the structure, credibility, and real-world insight required to turn ambition into opportunity.