Oliver Mercer
Portugal Suspends Visa D and E Applications via VFS Global Singapore
Visa D and E applications for Portugal in Singapore are suspended through VFS Global during June–July 2025. This…
Canadian Government Reintroduces Bill to Restore Citizenship by Descent
The Canadian Government’s Bill C-3 fixes citizenship issues caused by the first-generation limit. It restores citizenship to affected…
Ottawa Proposes Immigration Reforms to Limit Asylum Hearings Access
Canada’s Bill C-2 restricts asylum access by denying claims filed late or through unofficial crossings. It expands executive…
Gaza Academic in UK Struggles to Rescue Family Amid Crisis
The June 2025 Gaza crisis causes widespread civilian suffering and displacement. Palestinians in the UK cannot safely aid…
Amnesty International Canada Condemns Ottawa’s Border Bill as Assault on Asylum Rights
Bill C-2 would restrict asylum access and increase government discretion over immigration documents in Canada. Amnesty International warns…
Report Reveals Exploitation of Canada’s Immigration System via Dummy Work Permits
Dummy work permits abused to extend legal stays in Canada amid long processing times. Government lowers immigration targets,…
Understanding Canada’s New Immigration Bill and Its Implications
Canada’s Bill C-2 changes immigration by lowering permanent resident targets, enforcing stricter asylum claim timelines, increasing data sharing,…
Visa Revocations Disrupt Mexican Musicians’ U.S. Tours and Performances
Since May 2025, the U.S. revoked visas of several Mexican musicians, including Grupo Firme, citing national security risks…
White House Proclamation Highlights National Security Risks at Harvard University
The White House’s June 2025 proclamation restricts visas for Harvard international students for six months, affecting 7,000 students…
U.S. Pauses New Student Visa Interviews Amid Expanded Social Media Screening
The U.S. Department of State paused new student and exchange visitor visa interviews from May 27, 2025, due…
California Democrats Push to Block ICE from Schools, Hospitals, and Shelters
In response to federal ICE operations in schools, California Democrats propose Senate Bill 48 restricting ICE access. These…
Trump Administration Requests Serbia to Accept Deported Migrants
The Trump administration’s June 2025 request for Serbia to accept deportees aligns with new travel bans targeting 12…
Afghan Women Awaiting U.S. Visas Feel Betrayed by New Travel Ban
The U.S. travel ban effective June 2025 stops most Afghans from entering due to security concerns and visa…
Immigrant Rights Advocates Oppose Expansion of ICE Detention Center
The US paused expanding Folkston ICE Center after protests and ethics review. The plan would nearly triple beds.…
Reports Highlight Potential Massive Pay Cuts for H-1B Tech Workers
Recent DHS reforms and proposals for higher minimum H-1B salaries are reshaping tech industry immigration. Pay disparity, layoffs,…