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 Zealand Offers Two-Year Multi-Entry Visa for Seasonal Workers

New Zealand has introduced a two-year multi-entry visa for seasonal workers, announced on December 17, 2024. The reform…

FAA Acts Quickly on Safety After Call to Action in Aviation

The FAA announced immediate safety measures for general and business aviation on March 7, 2025, following a Call…

IndiGo to Expand Fleet with Up to 50 Airbus A330neo Aircraft

IndiGo, India's largest airline, advances its expansion by ordering 30 Airbus A350-900s, with options for 20 more. This…

Marc Miller Expands Immigration Options for Construction Workers in Canada

Canada announced new immigration measures for 22 construction occupations on March 7, 2025, to address labor shortages and…

Delta Air Lines Error Leaves H-1B Visa Holders Facing Uncertainty

On March 6, 2025, Delta Air Lines mistakenly announced changes to its H-1B visa sponsorship policies, alarming many…

Trump Hints at New Tariffs on Canadian Dairy and Lumber

U.S. President Donald Trump announced potential new tariffs on Canadian dairy and lumber products, expected to be implemented…

Cross-Border Shoppers Face 25% Surtax on U.S. Goods Returning to Canada

Starting March 4, 2025, Canada imposed a 25% surtax on various goods purchased in the U.S., impacting cross-border…

State Department to Shut European Consulates, Reduce Workforce

The US State Department plans to close consulates in Western Europe and reduce its workforce by summer 2025.…

Spirit Airlines to Begin Flights from Chattanooga This June

Spirit Airlines will begin operations at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) on June 4, 2025, enhancing travel options for…

Fewer Canadians Booking Trips to the U.S., Down 40 Percent

Canadian leisure travel to the U.S. has dropped by 40% in February 2025 compared to previous years. This…

Trudeau Stands Firm for Canada as U.S. Eases Trade Terms with Mexico

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau affirms Canada’s stance amidst a U.S.-initiated trade war, following President Trump's temporary trade…

Trump Economist Warns Americans Face Tough Times Ahead

A Trump economist warns of looming economic difficulties for Americans, stating they may face significant hardships. These challenges…

Donald Trump’s Push to End EB-5 Faces Limits, Investors Safe Until 2026

Donald Trump announced plans to replace the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. However, investments made under the program up…

Dominican National Deported Over Human Smuggling Linked to Deaths of 3 Children

On March 5, 2025, ICE deported a Dominican national connected to a human smuggling operation that led to…

Trump Administration Ends Protections for 240,000 Ukrainians in U.S.

The Trump administration plans to revoke legal status for 240,000 Ukrainians who sought refuge in the U.S., intensifying…