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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Over 50 Canadians Held in ICE Custody Amid Legal Uncertainty

Over 55 Canadians face detention in U.S. ICE centers as immigration enforcement intensifies in 2025. Johnny Noviello’s death…

Drzewiecki Design Launches Western Sydney Airport for MSFS

Western Sydney International Airport scenery launched for MSFS, mirroring the new real airport finishing construction in 2025 and…

Canada Immigration Processing Times Update by IRCC – July 2025

Canada’s IRCC set new immigration processing times and decreased permanent resident targets for 2025–2027. Temporary resident caps introduce…

Mario Guevara: Salvadoran Reporter Detained and Released by ICE

Salvadoran journalist Mario Guevara was detained by ICE after livestreaming a protest in DeKalb County. Released on bond…

H-1B Visa Prospects Dim Amid Trump’s Return and Increased Scrutiny

The H-1B visa is under increased scrutiny in 2025 with longer processing times, a rising denial rate, and…

The Repressive Tool Driving Trump’s Latest Immigration Crackdown

President Trump’s Executive Order 14159 enforces strict immigrant registration, expands expedited removal countrywide, removes protections in sensitive zones,…

Understanding Crime Reporting Hesitancy Among Immigrants on Long Island

Immigrants on Long Island fear reporting crimes due to deportation risks heightened by ICE operations. Sanctuary policies exist…

Canada’s New Immigration Policy Sparks Surge in African Scams

Stricter Canadian immigration policies in 2024-2025 led to rising scams targeting African migrants. Authorities investigate thousands of fraudulent…

State Benefits and Restrictions for Non-Citizens in New Hampshire

New Hampshire’s 2025 laws restrict non-citizen access to driver’s licenses, healthcare, and benefits. Asylees must wait for permanent…

Could Australia’s National Innovation Visa Lead To Citizenship? Key Facts

The National Innovation Visa grants permanent residency to globally recognized individuals with proven achievements. Applicants need a nomination…

State-Level Benefits and Restrictions for Non-Citizens in Missouri

Non-citizens in Missouri face strict eligibility rules for healthcare and public benefits based on lawful presence and five-year…

Maryland State Benefits and Restrictions for Non-Citizens in 2025

In 2025, Maryland provides non-compliant driver’s licenses to undocumented immigrants with tax proof, ACA Marketplace health coverage for…

State Benefits and Restrictions for Non-Citizens in Kentucky 2025

Kentucky non-citizens can obtain driver’s licenses but only permanent residents get REAL ID licenses after May 2025. Medicaid,…

State Benefits and Restrictions for Non-Citizens in Iowa: Healthcare and Licenses

Iowa’s 2025 policies limit Medicaid and driver’s licenses to lawful residents, exclude most undocumented immigrants, and require REAL…

State-Level Benefits and Restrictions for Non-Citizens in Hawaii

Hawaii pursues greater non-citizen inclusion with HB 1349 Medicaid expansion for children and pregnant persons, plus existing health…