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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Power blackout in Spain leads to widespread flight disruptions

A widespread power outage struck Spain and Portugal on April 28, 2025, suspending over 75% of airport flights.…

What Happens When H-1B Workers’ Children Age Out of the H-4 Visa?

Turning 21 ends H-4 status for children of H-1B workers, demanding prompt visa action. Without new status, youths…

Billboards Against Immigration Crackdown to Appear Near Krome Detention Center

In April 2025, widespread billboard campaigns challenge harsh immigration crackdowns while the Krome Detention Center expands with a…

Niagara Falls struggles to shelter rising number of asylum seekers

Thousands of asylum seekers in Niagara Falls have filled hotels and stressed city services, straining resources for locals…

Wisconsin judge arrested over alleged ICE operation obstruction

Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested and charged with obstruction for allegedly aiding an undocumented immigrant’s escape from ICE…

How public healthcare works in Canada for American expats

Canadian public healthcare covers citizens and permanent residents, but most American expats must use private insurance initially. Eligibility,…

Temporary paper REAL ID not accepted by TSA for airport travel

You cannot use a temporary paper REAL ID to fly in the U.S.; only a permanent, plastic REAL…

Moving to New Zealand may not require a job offer for some visas

To immigrate from the U.S. to New Zealand, a job offer is essential mainly for Skilled Migrant visas.…

REAL ID Enforcement After May 7, 2025: What Travelers Must Know

TSA enforcement since May 7, 2025 requires unexpired REAL ID-compliant or other accepted documents for domestic flights; expired…

Temporary Protected Status holders can now get a REAL ID

TPS holders, or those with pending TPS, qualify for a REAL ID by presenting an EAD (Form I-766,…

Narcotics among items banned by Danish customs for US movers

Denmark enforces strict customs rules for new arrivals from the U.S., banning narcotics, unauthorized medicines, weapons, and various…

Italy National Type D Self-Employment visa: What freelancers need to know

The Italy National Type D Self-Employment visa offers non-EU freelancers a legal way to work and reside in…

Temporary foreign workers from the United States to Canada decline

Statistics Canada highlights a decline in U.S. citizens working temporarily in Canada and a big rise in U.S.…

Northwest Arkansas National Airport to require Real ID for flights in 2025

From May 7, 2025, Real ID-compliant identification or a valid passport will be mandatory to board domestic flights…

US credit history does not transfer when moving to the UK

Moving from the US to the UK means starting your credit history anew. Register on the electoral roll,…