The Connell Immigration Law Group

01/31/2026

https://www.cntraveler.com/story/what-travelers-should-know-about-fifa-pass-2026

The FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System gives World Cup ticket-holders access to expedited visa interview appointments. Here's how it works.

01/17/2026

https://www.globalimmigrationblog.com/2025/12/h%e2%80%911b-h%e2%80%914-visa-appointments-rescheduling-begins-amid-expanded-social-media-vetting-policies/

U.S. consulates abroad have recently begun postponing a wide range of H‑1B and H‑4 visa interviews, resulting in significant delays in visa processing.

01/03/2026

U.S. to prioritize visa applications by investors and fans visiting for World Cup, Olympics
Politics Dec 4, 2025 6:34 PM ESThttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/u-s-to-prioritize-visa-applications-by-investors-and-fans-visiting-for-world-cup-olympics

The Trump administration has instructed U.S. embassies and consulates around the world to prioritize visa applications from foreigners wishing to visit the United States to either invest in America or attend the 2026 World Cup, 2028 Olympics and other major sporting events.

01/01/2026

DHS Finalizes Controversial Immigration Rule On H-1B Lottery

The Trump administration has finalized a controversial immigration rule that will significantly change the H-1B selection process.

12/27/2025

United States: USCIS Suspends Approvals of Pending Diversity Visa Adjustment Applications While Security Reviews Are Conducted

- The agency has told adjudicators to place a hold on pending DV lottery adjustment applications and ancillary benefits (including applications for adjustment-based work and travel authorization) while the government conducts an in-depth review of each applicant. Affected foreign nationals may be re...

12/25/2025

New US border rules could require selfies, 5 years of social media history
https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/news/2025/12/10/cbp-us-traveler-screening-social-media-history/87699331007/

12/18/2025

https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/alerts/new-photo-policy-helps-prevent-immigration-fraud-through-enhanced-identity-verification

12/06/2025

Guide to Green Card Eligibility Categories

Learn about the different U.S. green card eligibility categories, including family-based, employment-based, and which green card category is right for you.

12/04/2025

Current Administration Orders Enhanced Vetting for H-1B Visa Applicants

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-administration-orders-enhanced-vetting-applicants-h-1b-visa-2025-12-04/

11/27/2025

https://www.newsweek.com/h-1b-visa-update-department-labor-americans-11104262

Agencies will collaborate to "proactively combat unlawful discrimination against American workers" as part of "Project Firewall."

11/15/2025

I-130 Documents Checklist for Spouse & Child
https://www.docketwise.com/blog/i-130-documents-checklist/ #:~:text=Proof%20of%20U.S.%20Citizenship%20or,the%20petitioner%20and%20the%20beneficiary.

Comprehensive I-130 documents checklist for spouses and children, including required forms, proof of relationship, and filing tips for a successful petition.

11/13/2025

US Citizenship Application Process in 10 Easy Steps

We break down the US citizenship applications into 10 steps so that you can have an easy to follow blueprint for your journey to citizenship.