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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Supporters Rally for Jeanette Vizguerra Outside Colorado ICE Facility

Supporters rallied outside a Colorado ICE detention center on March 17, 2025, demanding the release of Jeanette Vizguerra,…

WestJet Airlines Notes Canadians Choosing South America Over the US

Canadians are increasingly choosing South America over the U.S. for travel, according to WestJet Airlines. This marks a…

American Airlines Expands to 43 Caribbean Destinations with New Route

American Airlines has expanded its Caribbean network, now offering flights to 43 destinations. On March 15, 2025, the…

Canada Eases Process for Newcomers to Get Social Insurance Numbers

Canada is streamlining the Social Insurance Number (SIN) issuance process for newcomers, aiming to enhance integration. By modernizing…

Finland Prepares for More Foreign Workers in the Coming Year

Finland, known for its excellent living standards and strong industries, expects a rise in foreign workers next year…

Trump Backs Off Plan for Higher Tariffs on Canadian Steel and Aluminum

Former President Trump decided against imposing an additional 25% tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum, marking a significant…

Judge Boasberg Presses White House on Stalled Deportation Flights

Judge James E. Boasberg questioned the Trump administration's delays in addressing deportation flight issues, sparking legal and political…

Canada Lifts Study Area Limits for Work Permits After Graduation

Canada has removed field-of-study restrictions for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), allowing international students from any discipline to…

ICE Using Courthouse Cells to Hold People for Long Periods

ICE is detaining immigrants in courthouse cells for extended periods, sparking concerns over civil rights and treatment. Critics…

Rachel Bendayan Takes Helm as Canada’s Immigration Minister

Rachel Bendayan, an experienced parliamentarian and legal expert, was appointed Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship on…

H-1B Visa Rules May Make Hiring Skilled Foreign Workers Tougher

Hiring highly qualified foreign workers, a key driver of U.S. innovation and economic growth, faces increasing challenges. Stricter…

German Foreign Office Warns Trans, Nonbinary Citizens About US Travel

The German government issued a travel advisory on March 5, 2025, warning transgender and nonbinary individuals about potential…

Trump Administration Deports Hundreds Under Alien Enemies Act Despite Ruling

The Trump administration controversially invoked the 18th-century Alien Enemies Act to deport hundreds of individuals, despite a judge's…

Court Stops Trump from Using Alien Enemies Act for Deportations

A federal judge blocked former President Donald Trump’s attempt to use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to…

Western District of Texas Sees Over 200 Immigration Cases in Four Days

Between March 3-7, 2025, the Western District of Texas saw over 200 immigration-related criminal cases filed within just…