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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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…

Australia Tightens International Student Visa Rules Amid Fraud Crackdown

Australia has implemented a major student visa crackdown, placing India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Bhutan in the highest risk…

Sarasota Woman Defrauded as Immigration Scams Rise Nationwide

Authorities are warning of a spike in immigration fraud involving fake lawyers and 'fast-track' promises. A Sarasota asylum…

Human Rights Concerns Grow Over U.S. Third-Country Deportations in West Africa

The U.S. government is increasingly utilizing third-country removal agreements with West African nations. While technically legal under BIA…

What Comes Next After Canada’s Start-Up Visa Closure: Key Pathways

The closure of Canada's Start-Up Visa in 2026 forces founders to pivot toward provincial entrepreneur streams. These pathways…

Medical Examiner Likely to Classify ICE Detainee Death as Homicide

This article explains the legal rights of individuals in U.S. immigration detention, focusing on medical care and protection…

U.S. Immigrant Visa Freeze Impacts Caribbean Travel for American Tourists

The U.S. will suspend immigrant visa issuance for 75 countries on January 21, 2026. The move targets potential…

Family Self-Departs U.S. After 11-Year Green Card Backlog Reckoning

New U.S. immigration policies in January 2026, including visa pauses and enhanced security reviews, are causing extreme delays…

Enforcement Appetite Shifts: Old Green Card Errors May Trigger Deportation

USCIS is adopting an 'enforcement-adjacent' strategy, where benefit denials for material misrepresentation frequently result in removal proceedings. Programs…

Canadian Court Allows Challenge to Incomplete Immigration Applications

A new Canadian Federal Court ruling allows applicants to legally challenge IRCC if their application is returned as…

European Airlines Reroute Flights to Bypass Iranian and Iraqi Airspace

European carriers are currently bypassing Iranian and Iraqi airspace, leading to significant delays and reroutings for flights between…

Labour to Maintain Visa Restrictions as UK Student Visas Stabilize

The UK's 2026 immigration updates include higher English language requirements, a 32% increase in employer sponsorship fees, and…