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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International Experience Canada surpasses 2025 work permit invitations quota

Canada’s IEC program lets young adults from 35+ countries work and travel. In 2025, IRCC surpassed its 63,000…

TSA to require REAL ID or U.S. passport for domestic flights in 2025

From May 7, 2025, TSA requires REAL ID, Enhanced Driver’s License, U.S. passport, or other approved ID for…

Trump Administration Tries Sending Deportees to Rwanda

The Trump administration is finalizing an agreement with Rwanda to accept U.S. deportees of multiple nationalities. The plan…

REAL ID deadline delayed to 2025, says Department of Homeland Security

Starting May 7, 2025, adults flying domestically must show a REAL ID-compliant license, passport, or federally accepted ID.…

REAL ID remains optional in Pennsylvania ahead of 2025 deadline

From May 7, 2025, REAL ID or other federally approved ID is required for domestic flights, military base,…

Diversity Visa Lottery results for FY 2026 released by State Department

The FY 2026 Diversity Visa Lottery results are available. Winners can check status using the official website and…

Americans can visit Canada for up to 6 months without a visa

Americans wishing to move to Canada have multiple streamlined pathways, like CUSMA work permits and Express Entry. Visitor…

Carney calls for immigration cap to address Canada’s housing crisis

Mark Carney’s proposal to cap immigration aligns migrant intake with available homes and services. While recent policy shifts…

Express Entry: Canada invites 500 healthcare workers for residency

Canada’s May 2, 2025 Express Entry draw prioritized healthcare and social services, requiring a high 510 CRS minimum.…

United Airlines Slashes Newark Flights Over FAA Failures

Facing FAA equipment failures, air traffic controller shortages, and runway construction, United Airlines will cut 35 daily roundtrip…

Federal Judge Slams Border Patrol for ‘Brown Skin’ Checks

A federal court barred warrantless Border Patrol stops based on race or appearance across much of California after…

Job market in Canada offers new paths for American professionals

Canada’s job market offers opportunities for American professionals, especially in tech, healthcare, and construction. USMCA eases hiring, but…

New Jersey Senator Andy Kim rejects SAVE Act requirement for citizenship proof

The SAVE Act mandates documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration or updates in federal elections. Senator…

Trump administration changes Sustainable Aviation Fuel classification

The Trump administration renamed Sustainable Aviation Fuel as Synthetic Aviation Fuel to emphasize economic benefits for American producers…

Badar Khan Suri faces deportation fight as Trump administration intervenes

Indian researcher Dr. Badar Khan Suri’s deportation case challenges the limits of immigration law, free speech, and due…