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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Form I-824 Processing Time: What to Expect

The I-824 form processing time varies, usually ranging from 90 days to over six months depending on factors…

What is a Canada UCI Number?

Canada's UCI (Unique Client Identifier) Number is an eight or ten-digit identification number assigned to individuals who interact…

IRCC Application Fees Increase Effective December 1, 2024

Starting December 1, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will increase fees for various immigration services like…

Donald Trump’s Military-Backed Deportation Plan: Impact on Key Industries

Donald Trump plans to use the military for mass deportations, aiming to remove undocumented immigrants starting January 2025.…

UK Spouse Visa: Is a Housing Report Required?

Yes, a housing report is often required for a UK spouse visa application. This report demonstrates suitable living…

Canada Study Permit Update: New Rules for Changing Schools 2024

In 2024, Canada requires international students to obtain a new study permit when changing schools between Designated Learning…

Trump to Declare National Emergency for Mass Deportations

President-elect Donald Trump intends to declare a national emergency to enable military-assisted mass deportations of undocumented migrants, sparking…

Haitian Immigrants Leave Springfield, Ohio Post-Trump Win

Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, face political turmoil after Donald Trump's 2024 election win, sparking fears of mass…

Surge in Asylum Claims by International Students in Canada

Canada faces a surge in asylum claims from international students amid stricter immigration rules. Claims rose over 650%…

New 24-Hour Work Limit for International Students in Canada

Canada now allows international students to work up to 24 hours per week off-campus, up from 20, to…

Express Entry: How Americans Can Immigrate to Canada in 2024

Americans can immigrate to Canada via the Express Entry system, which manages applications for Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian…

Canada’s Immigration Stance in Response to Donald Trump Deportation Plan

Canada braces for potential migrant influx due to Trump's deportation plans. Immigration Minister Marc Miller states "not everyone…

Latest I-94 Form Requirements for U.S. Entry

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection now requires electronic I-94 forms for foreign nationals entering the U.S. Before…

Why Canada Closed the Student Direct Stream

Canada closed the Student Direct Stream (SDS) to ensure fairness, program integrity, and manage international student influxes due…

How Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada Decides Visa Type

In November 2024, Canada's IRCC changed its visitor visa approach, moving from automatic 10-year multiple-entry visas to discretionary…