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TikTok Creator Fund Countries 2025: Complete Eligibility List

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TikTok Creator Fund Countries 2025: Complete Eligibility List

TikTok Creator Fund: Available Countries (2025)

TikTok Creator Fund is available in 20+ countries as of 2025:

Tier 1 Countries (Full Access):

  • United States
  • United Kingdom
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy

Expanding Markets:

  • Canada
  • Australia
  • Spain
  • Netherlands
  • Brazil (Beta)

Full Creator Fund Eligibility by Country

Tier 1 Countries (Full Creator Fund Access)

North America

  • United States - Since 2020
  • Canada - Since 2021

Requirements:

  • 18+ years old
  • 1,000+ followers
  • 100,000+ video views (last 30 days)
  • Active posting

Europe

  • United Kingdom - Since 2021
  • Germany - Since 2021
  • France - Since 2021
  • Italy - Since 2022
  • Spain - Since 2022
  • Netherlands - Since 2023

Tier 2 Countries (Recently Added/Beta)

Oceania

  • πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australia (2022)
  • πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ New Zealand (2023)

Latin America

  • πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil (Beta 2024)
  • πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Mexico (Beta 2024)

Europe

  • πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Sweden (2023)
  • πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ Norway (2023)
  • πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Denmark (2023)

Countries Without Creator Fund Access

Currently Not Available In:

Asia (Major Markets)

  • India (TikTok banned)
  • China (Different platform)
  • Japan (Coming 2025)
  • South Korea (Coming 2025)
  • Philippines
  • Thailand
  • Indonesia

Middle East & Africa

  • United Arab Emirates
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • Nigeria
  • Egypt
  • Morocco

Other Regions

  • Russia (Suspended)
  • Argentina
  • Chile
  • Colombia
  • Most of Eastern Europe
  • Most of Central Asia

Alternative Monetization Options

Creators in non-eligible countries can still earn through brand partnerships, live gifts, affiliate marketing, and TikTok Shop (where available).

Creator Fund Requirements by Region

RegionMin. AgeMin. FollowersMin. Views (30 days)Additional Requirements
United States18+1,000+100,000+Authentic content, community guidelines compliance
United Kingdom18+1,000+100,000+UK bank account, tax information
Germany18+1,000+100,000+German bank account, GDPR compliance
France18+1,000+100,000+French bank account, content in French preferred
Brazil (Beta)18+1,500+150,000+CPF registration, Portuguese content

Important Notes on Requirements

  • Age verification required: Must provide valid government ID
  • Bank account: Must be in same country as your TikTok account region
  • Tax obligations: Earnings are taxable income in your country
  • Content quality: No strikes or violations in past 30 days
  • Consistent posting: Regular uploads maintain eligibility

Expected Expansion Timeline (2025)

Confirmed Rollouts 2025

Q1 2025 (January-March)

  • Japan - Full launch confirmed
  • South Korea - Beta program
  • Mexico - Full launch from beta

Q2 2025 (April-June)

  • Singapore - Expected launch
  • Poland - Beta program
  • Portugal - Following EU expansion

Q3-Q4 2025 (July-December)

  • UAE - Middle East pilot
  • Argentina - Latin America expansion
  • South Africa - Africa pilot

Factors Affecting Expansion

Requirements for New Countries

  • Stable regulatory environment
  • Strong creator ecosystem
  • Local payment infrastructure
  • Advertiser demand in region

Potential Delays

  • Government regulations
  • Data privacy laws
  • Banking partnerships
  • Platform policy changes

How to Apply in Eligible Countries

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. Meet All Requirements Ensure you have 1,000+ followers, 100,000+ views in 30 days, and are 18+

  2. Access Creator Portal Go to Settings β†’ Creator Portal β†’ Creator Fund (must be in eligible country)

  3. Submit Application Provide personal information, tax details, and bank account information

  4. Wait for Approval Review process takes 1-2 weeks; maintain content quality during review

  5. Start Earning Once approved, earnings begin accumulating from new video views

Earnings Expectations by Country

CountryRate per 1M ViewsMonthly Top Earners
United States$20-40$2,000-5,000+
United KingdomΒ£15-35Β£1,500-4,000+
Germany€18-38€1,800-4,200+
BrazilR$50-100R$3,000-8,000+

Earnings vary based on content performance, audience engagement, and seasonal factors

What to Do if Your Country Isn't Eligible

Alternative Monetization Strategies

Immediate Options:

  • Brand partnerships: Work directly with companies
  • Live gifts: Earn from live streaming
  • Affiliate marketing: Promote products for commission
  • Cross-platform: Drive traffic to YouTube, Instagram

Future Preparation:

  • Build following: Exceed fund requirements early
  • Content quality: Maintain high standards
  • Stay updated: Follow TikTok announcements
  • Network: Connect with creators in eligible countries

Key Takeaways for 2025

Limited but Expanding

Creator Fund available in 20+ countries with more coming in 2025

Requirements Stay Consistent

1,000+ followers and 100,000+ monthly views remain standard

Alternative Income Streams

Multiple monetization options available regardless of location

Asia Expansion Expected

Japan and South Korea launches confirmed for early 2025

Conclusion

While TikTok Creator Fund availability remains limited geographically, the program continues to expand with new markets expected throughout 2025. Creators in non-eligible countries should focus on alternative monetization strategies while building their audience for future fund availability.

The key to success, regardless of location, is creating quality content consistently and building an engaged community. This foundation will serve creators well whether they're applying for Creator Fund or pursuing other income streams on the platform.

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