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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National Guard Deployed in Los Angeles Amid Escalating Immigration Riots

Following ICE raids in early June 2025, immigration protests escalated in Los Angeles, prompting President Trump to deploy…

Kilmar Abrego Garcia Returned to US to Face Migrant Trafficking Charges

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, accused of trafficking thousands of migrants tied to MS-13, was mistakenly deported then extradited from…

Vietnam Tourist Visa vs E-Visa in 2025: Which to Choose?

In 2025, Vietnam expanded its e-visa program for all nationalities with up to 90-day stays. Visa exemptions were…

How Long Does Vietnam Visa Processing Take? Timeline by Method

In 2025, Vietnam visa options include e-visa (3–5 days), Visa on Arrival (2–4 days pre-approval) for air arrivals,…

Canada Invites 500 Healthcare Workers to Apply for Permanent Residency

Canada’s June 2025 Express Entry draw issued 500 invitations to healthcare professionals meeting specific CRS and experience criteria.…

Washington Enacts New Protections Against Workplace Immigration Coercion

Effective July 1, 2025, Senate Bill 5104 protects Washington workers from immigration-status-based coercion. It sets a 180-day complaint…

Chad Suspends Visa Issuance to U.S. Citizens in Retaliation

Chad suspended visas to U.S. citizens in retaliation to the U.S. travel ban effective June 9, 2025. The…

Vietnam Visa on Arrival vs Online E-Visa: Costs and Requirements Compared

The Vietnam Online E-Visa has become the main visa option for 2025, available to all nationalities and multiple…

Fast-Track Vietnam Visa Application: Express Processing Options & Fees

Travelers can expedite Vietnam visas via E-Visa, Visa on Arrival for tours, or embassy applications. Options range from…

Trump Policies Threaten International Student Enrollment at Wisconsin Universities

Since May 28, 2025, no new student F-1 or J-1 visa interviews are scheduled, impacting Wisconsin universities, notably…

Concerns Raised Over Canada’s Border Security Bill C-2 Overreach

Canada’s Bill C-2 proposes stricter asylum deadlines, enhanced border security powers, expanded surveillance, and financial crime measures. Critics…

Critics Say New Canadian Border Law Mirrors U.S. Immigration Policies

Canada’s 2025 Strong Borders Act tightens asylum rules, cuts immigration targets by 21%, and increases enforcement and data…

Canada Targets Asylum Abuse Among International Students with New Bill

Canada’s Bill C-2 limits asylum claims mainly by international students, especially from India and Nigeria, while expanding IRCC…

Canada Faces 529,700 Job Vacancies Unfilled for Seven Months

Canada’s labour market in March 2025 shows 529,700 job vacancies unchanged for seven months amid a 12.1% decline…

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…