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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Visa Requirements and Processing Times for USA Conference Travel

Most conference attendees need a B-1 Visa unless eligible for ESTA under the Visa Waiver Program. Submit a…

Oman and Philippines Sign Landmark Visa Exemption Agreement

Oman and the Philippines formalized a July 2025 Visa Exemption Agreement for official passport holders. This removes visa…

US Denies Visa to South African Envoy Amid Diplomatic Strain

The U.S. denied Mcebisi Jonas's diplomatic visa in May 2025, blocking South Africa’s official representation during mounting tensions.…

Canadian NRI Arrested for Fatal Hit-and-Run of Veteran Marathoner Fauja Singh

Fauja Singh, the oldest marathon runner at 114, was killed in a hit-and-run by Canadian NRI Amritpal Singh…

Ontario International Airport to Celebrate 35th Anniversary of ADA

Ontario International Airport marks ADA’s 35th anniversary on July 24, 2025, amid $11 million accessibility upgrades including restrooms…

Dublin Airport Approved to Increase Night-Time Flights from 2025

Dublin Airport’s night flights will increase 46% from July 17, 2025, to 98 flights nightly, raising the annual…

June 2025 Omaha ICE Raid Highlights Identity Theft and Economic Fallout

The June 2025 Omaha raid detained 70+ workers, disrupted production, ended TPS for 70,000+, and slowed green card…

How the Trump Administration Could Change the Future for Green Cardholders

Project 2025 enforces stricter immigration rules from mid-2025, requiring new medical exams, extending wait times, and limiting family-based…

ICE Enforcement Hits Record Highs with Aggressive Courthouse Arrests in 2025

In 2025, ICE arrested nearly 59,000 immigrants, mostly without criminal records, averaging 1,200 daily arrests. Policy changes removed…

Utah Immigration Attorneys Cite Trump Policies for Case Delays After Judge Fired

Trump-era immigration reforms since January 2025 have increased Utah immigration court backlogs, prolonged detention, and restricted relief programs…

Massive Rise in Mexican Visa and Citizenship Requests From Denver Sparks Scam Warnings

In 2025, Denver’s Mexican consulate issued 381 visas, up 14%, but scams rose sharply on social media. Official…

ICE Flights Out of Boeing Field Surge, Activists Raise Concerns

ICE flights from Boeing Field surged in 2025, carrying 1,342 people by June. Activists protest, officials maintain transparency…

Jayapal Proposes Bill to Stop ICE from Targeting U.S. Citizens

Rep. Jayapal’s July 2025 bill seeks to stop ICE from wrongfully detaining or deporting U.S. citizens. It requires…

Hong Kong Airport Profits Soar 52.3% to HK$2.45 Billion

Hong Kong International Airport achieved a 52.3% profit increase amid rising passenger traffic and cargo volumes in 2024/25.…

UK Closes Afghan Resettlement Schemes ARAP and ACRS to New Applications

The UK ceased new applications for ARAP and ACRS Afghan resettlement schemes on July 1, 2025. Pending applications…