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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White House defends deportation of U.S.-born children to Honduras

Several U.S.-born children were deported with their mothers in 2025, prompting legal challenges and public outcry. The administration…

Colorado immigration enforcement faces new limits as state acts on protections

In May 2025, Colorado strengthened immigrant protections with Senate Bill 276, limiting federal enforcement access. Federal agents increased…

ICE arrest in Monterey County marks first under President Trump policy

ICE arrested a man in Greenfield, Monterey County, on May 22, 2025, marking the first confirmed detention under…

Student from Mexico detained at US-Mexico border as Trump steps up visa checks

The 2025 Trump visa crackdown revokes hundreds of student visas and detains foreign students for minor infractions using…

5-Year ILR route petition gains traction in UK Parliament

Thousands oppose the UK’s plan to extend the Skilled Worker ILR route to ten years. The proposal may…

Frontier Airlines launches nonstop flights from Norfolk to Dallas-Fort Worth

Frontier Airlines connects Norfolk and Dallas-Fort Worth with affordable nonstop flights, three times daily. Tickets start at $29…

Norse Atlantic boosts Berlin–Miami flights, intensifying route competition

Norse Atlantic, Delta, and United expand direct flights between Berlin and the US in spring 2025, offering affordable…

Provincial Nominee Program changes open new paths for skilled workers in Canada

Canada’s 2025 PNP cuts limit nominations but expand Express Entry for skilled workers with Canadian experience. Staying informed,…

Uzbekistan grants 30-day visa-free travel for US citizens from 2025

Uzbekistan opens visa-free travel for all U.S. citizens from June 1, 2025, allowing 30-day tourist visits without visas.…

American Emigration to UK citizenship rises after Trump re-election

American migration to the UK rose sharply after 2024 political events, prompting higher citizenship applications and longer residency…

Trump administration sues New Jersey cities over sanctuary policies

The Trump administration filed a lawsuit against four New Jersey cities on May 22, 2025, to challenge their…

DHS Defies Warnings, Shelters Migrants Amid Smuggling Fears

DHS releases migrants to shelters despite legal smuggling warnings. FEMA investigates and suspends shelter funding, prompting closures. ICE…

Sweden updates Work Permits and alcohol rules from June 2025

Sweden’s 2025 reforms raise work permit salary thresholds and reporting duties, ease EU Blue Card access, and begin…

France sees rise in African immigrants surpassing Europeans, says INSEE

France’s immigration now features more educated African immigrants than Europeans. The 2025 reform targets labor shortages using skilled…

Canadian government lowers study permits for 2025 international students

The Canadian government cuts study permits by 10% in 2025, expands PAL requirements to more students, and implements…