Oliver Mercer

Oliver Mercer

As the Chief Editor at VisaVerge.com, Oliver Mercer is instrumental in steering the website's focus on immigration, visa, and travel news. His role encompasses curating and editing content, guiding a team of writers, and ensuring factual accuracy and relevance in every article. Under Oliver's leadership, VisaVerge.com has become a go-to source for clear, comprehensive, and up-to-date information, helping readers navigate the complexities of global immigration and travel with confidence and ease.
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Breaking: Canada Adds 5,000 PR Selection Spaces for French-Speaking Immigrants

Canada has introduced 5,000 additional PR selection spaces specifically for French-speaking immigrants outside Quebec. Part of the 2026–2028…

Kiel Institute Finds Trump’s Tariffs Mostly Paid by U.S. Consumers

A Kiel Institute study shows U.S. consumers and importers pay 96% of tariff costs. These trade barriers act…

Coraopolis Borough Council Ends 287(g) Partnership with ICE

The Coraopolis Borough Council voted 4-3 to end a 287(g) partnership with ICE. The decision came after residents…

Visa-Free Travel to China Coming Soon for Canadians, Confirms Prime Mi…

Canada and China have reached an agreement allowing Canadian citizens to visit China visa-free for up to 30…

Pulled 60 Minutes Segment on Deported Migrants Sent to El Salvador’s Prison

A guide to migrant rights during deportation proceedings, framed by the controversy of an unaired 60 Minutes report…

Swedish Liberal Party Calls for New Agency to Handle Work Permits

Sweden’s Liberal Party suggests creating a specialized agency for work permits to better attract global talent. By separating…

Tennessee Lawmakers Unveil Immigration 2026 Crafted with White House

Tennessee's proposed 'Immigration 2026' package seeks to increase state-level enforcement, status verification, and employer mandates. Although federal law…

Thailand Denies Reports of Two-Time-Only Visa-Free Entry Rule for Foreigners

Thailand has officially denied rumors of a two-time limit on visa-free entries, maintaining that entry decisions are made…

Demonstrators Rally in Highland Park Against Immigration Enforcement Operations

The shift in DHS policy since early 2025 has led to high-visibility immigration enforcement in Highland Park, sparking…

Why US Is Seeing a Demand Surge for ‘einstein Visas’

Beginning January 2026, USCIS is increasing scrutiny of EB-1A visas due to 'pay-to-play' credential services. While filing volumes…

ITIN Application Guide 2026: Step-by-Step with Form W-7

The 2026 ITIN guide details how to apply using Form W‑7 and a tax return. It highlights the…

Parking Fees Rise at Charlotte Douglas Airport in March 2026

Charlotte Douglas International Airport will raise parking rates on March 1, 2026. Daily maximum fees for most decks…

US asylum seeker receives thousands in taxpayer-funded benefits

The case of Olabode Shoniregun highlights tensions in the UK asylum system. After his 2024 asylum application was…

Canada Sees First Decline in Foreign Workers and Students in Years

Canada's temporary resident numbers fell for the first time in years following strict new limits on study and…

Vermont REAL ID for Immigrants in 2026: DMV Requirements and Steps

Eligible immigrants in Vermont can obtain a REAL ID for domestic travel and federal access by providing specific…