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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Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa: What You Need to Know

Taiwan's Employment Gold Card enables digital nomads and professionals to live and work with ease. This 4-in-1 card…

Schengen Visa: ETIAS Required for Travel Starting 2025

Starting in 2025, the EU will require travelers from over 60 previously visa-exempt countries, including the U.S., to…

U.S. Passport Drops to 8th in Global Ranking

The U.S. passport has fallen to 8th in global rankings due to changing international relations, the rise of…

Canada Sees 9.3% Immigration Increase in May 2024

In May 2024, Canada's immigration rose by 9.3%, possibly setting a new annual record. The 2024-2026 plan targets…

Schengen Visa Delays Frustrate Moroccans in Tangier

Moroccans in Tangier face long waits for Schengen Visas to Spain due to high application volumes, limited consular…

Charges Dropped Against B.C. Woman in Immigration Fraud Case

Tzu Chun Joyce Chang, charged with immigration fraud, had charges stayed due to excessive trial delays violating her…

Canadian Passport Ranked 7th Best in the World

The Canadian passport is ranked seventh globally due to extensive visa-free travel (175-188 countries), strong international relations, economic…

Man Arrested for Trying to Sell Niece to Get Canada Visa

In Ghana's Central Region, 30-year-old Nana Kofi Amofa was arrested for attempting to sell his 6-year-old niece for…

Trudeau Immigration Pledge Faces Bank of Canada Doubts

Justin Trudeau pledged to slow immigration in Canada to manage pressures on housing and public services. The Bank…

Lawsuits Expose TN Visa Labor Abuses

Migrant workers on TN visas, designed for Canadian and Mexican professionals under NAFTA, face severe labor abuses like…

Canadian Christian Colleges Affected by 2024 Immigration Restrictions

Canadian Christian colleges are facing challenges due to new immigration restrictions limiting international undergraduate enrollment for 2024-2025. This…

EU Crackdown: Schengen Visa Rules Tightened for Somali Nationals!

The EU's proposed changes to Schengen visa rules for Somali nationals include eliminating multiple-entry visas, increasing scrutiny and…

Biden’s New D-3 Waiver Guidance Explained

President Biden's updated guidance on the D-3 waiver aims to streamline and expedite the process for employment-based visas…

White House Employment Immigration Plans For Rest of the Year 2024

In 2024, the Biden administration aims to streamline employment immigration by expanding visa processing for U.S.-educated individuals, launching…

Impact of Day 1 CPT on Your U.S. Legal Status

Day 1 Curricular Practical Training (CPT) allows international students to start practical training from day one of their…