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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New Rule to Ban Airline Fees for Parents Sitting with Kids

The Biden administration proposes a new rule to prevent airlines from charging parents to sit with their children…

Canadian Government to Crack Down on Asylum Seekers Misusing System

Canada is combating misuse of its asylum system due to a significant increase in asylum claims, many from…

New Permanent Residence Class for Semi-Skilled Workers in Canada

Canada plans a new permanent residence class for semi-skilled workers at TEER levels 4 and 5, requiring high…

Canadian Immigration Expels Nigerian Student Over Fake Admission Letter

Lola Akinlade, a Nigerian student, faced deportation from Canada in 2024 after discovering her 2016 University of Regina…

UAE Residency Visa Amnesty Starts September 2024

The UAE will offer a two-month residency visa amnesty program from September 1 to November 1, 2024, allowing…

Homeland Security Suspends Immigration Permits from 4 Countries

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has temporarily paused immigration permits from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela due…

US Court Upholds Work Rights for H-1B Spouses

The U.S. Court of Appeals upheld a rule allowing certain H-1B visa holders' spouses (H-4 visa) to work,…

Over 9,000 Foreign Students Used Forged Documents for Canadian Visas

Over 9,000 foreign students used forged documents for Canadian study visas, revealing a widespread issue. Most involved fake…

Canada PR: Detecting Fake Marriages for Immigration

Canada’s spousal sponsorship allows citizens and permanent residents to sponsor spouses for PR, aiming to reunite families. The…

How to Identify Immigration Scams in Canada

To avoid immigration scams in Canada, use official IRCC websites, check for "https://" security, and verify representative credentials.…

No Plans for Residential Status for Undocumented Workers in Ottawa Clarifies Minister

Ottawa has no plans for broad regularization of undocumented workers, citing public opposition despite their economic contributions. Between…

Canada Plans Temporary Residents Reduction Measures

Canada is introducing measures to reduce temporary residents, aiming to address infrastructure, housing, and social service concerns. Changes…

USCIS Announces Second H-1B Lottery Selection for FY 2025 Registrations

USCIS announced a second random selection for FY 2025 H-1B cap due to insufficient initial registrations. This second…

Canada Visas for Gaza Palestinians: Over 3,000 Granted

Canada has issued 3,008 visas to Gaza Palestinians as part of a humanitarian response, increasing the available visas…

Canadians Divided Over Record High Immigration Quotas

Canada targets 500,000 new immigrants annually by 2025 to address an aging population and labor shortages. Public opinion…