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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Basic Eligibility Requirements for EB-2 NIW Petition Qualification

USCIS updated EB-2 NIW rules requiring proof of advanced degree or exceptional ability and national impact. Applicants can…

Is There a Dress Code for the Official Oath of Allegiance Ceremony?

The Oath of Allegiance ceremony finalizes U.S. citizenship. USCIS enforces a formal dress code banning casual wear. Applicants…

New U.S. Immigration Rules in 2025 Increase Deportation Risks for Immigrants

The Trump administration in 2025 implements stricter immigration policies: establishing an Office of Remigration, cutting refugee assistance by…

Trump Targets Immigration Arrests in Democratic-Run Cities

In 2025, President Trump ordered ICE to intensify immigration arrests, prioritizing sanctuary cities with 3,000 daily targets. The…

Less Than 10% of Immigrants in ICE Custody Have Serious Criminal Convictions

ICE reports over 185,000 detainees since October 2024; fewer than 10% have serious criminal records. The majority face…

Canada Extends Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot to Address Labour Gaps

The Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot in Canada helps skilled refugees fill labour gaps by offering job offer and…

Trump Directs ICE to Target Big Cities, Eases Raids on Farms and Hospitality

President Trump directed ICE in June 2025 to prioritize mass deportations in Democratic cities, increasing daily arrests to…

Boeing and Airbus Gear Up to Revolutionize Aviation with Next-Gen Aircraft

Boeing and Airbus lead next-generation aircraft development amid supply chain delays. Airbus targets 2037 entry for its fuel-efficient…

Olivia Rodrigo Expresses Deep Distress Over Violent Deportations in LA

Olivia Rodrigo condemned ICE’s violent deportations in Los Angeles following June 6 raids that arrested 118 immigrants. National…

U.S. State Department Tightens Immigrant Visa Rules for Communist Party Members

Starting mid-2025, the U.S. restricts immigrant visas for individuals with Chinese Communist Party connections or studying critical tech…

More Landlords Expected to House Asylum Seekers Amid Policy Changes

By 2029, the UK will stop housing asylum seekers in hotels, increasing demand for private rentals. London leads…

Married? You Lose 40 Points in Canada’s Immigration System

Canada’s 2025 Express Entry changes eliminate job offer points, reward French language skills, and limit spousal work permits.…

Immigrant Advocates Rally Against ICE Deportations on Father’s Day

Immigrant advocates protested quick ICE deportations on June 15, 2025, led by the ACLU’s legal challenge. Trump’s administration…

ICE Faces Deepening Cash Crisis Amid Intensified Immigration Crackdown

ICE increased arrests to over 2,300 daily in June 2025, under a White House goal of 3,000 daily…

Venezuelans in North Dakota Fear Targeted Deportations Under Trump Plan

In 2025, over 850,000 Venezuelans lost legal protections as Trump policies terminated humanitarian parole and TPS. ICE intensified…