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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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Finland Increases Residency Requirement for Citizenship

Finland extends its residency requirement for citizenship from five to eight years to emphasize immigrant integration into society.…

Post-Graduation Work Permit Limitations on Community Colleges in Canada

Recent Canadian policy changes on the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) affect community colleges but exempt universities. Aimed at…

UAE Visa Suspension for Jordanians: Latest Update

The UAE's technical glitch has temporarily halted visa issuance for Jordanians, causing confusion and uncertainty among those who…

Guide to Virtual Citizenship Ceremony in Canada

Canada's virtual citizenship ceremonies, now more common than in-person due to COVID-19, require preparation. Invitations detail the date…

Changing Employee Payroll from Stem OPT to H-1B: Steps and Forms Employer Need to Know

Employers must update Form I-9 for H-1B status change and renew E-Verify if applicable. Adjust payroll to reflect…

Stem OPT to H-1B Transition: Employer Documentation and Tax Guide

To transition from STEM OPT to H-1B, the employer files Form I-129 for the H-1B visa. Once approved,…

Top 5 H-1B Cap Actions for Employers on October 1st

Review new hires' work authorization, update public access files, start filing necessary visa amendments, prepare for the upcoming…

Canada Reforms International Student Program to Tackle Backdoor Entry

Canada is reforming its International Student Program to address economic, social, and infrastructural challenges, such as housing strain…

How to Submit Biometrics for Canadian Residency

To stay in Canada, biometrics (fingerprints and photos) are required for most immigration applications, including permanent and temporary…

François Legault Challenges Canada Immigration Policy

Federal ministers and Quebec Premier François Legault clash over immigration policies, focusing on asylum seekers. Legault claims Quebec…

Canada’s Population Growth Slows for First Time Since 2020

Canada's population growth is slowing, with a quarterly rate of 0.6% as of July 2024, down from 0.8%…

2025: Key Year for Canada’s Immigration Policy Changes

The year 2025 is pivotal for Canada's immigration policy due to demographic, economic, and political factors. Canada's aging…

International Students Seeking Asylum: Rising Trend in Canada

International students claiming asylum, notably in Canada, are rising due to global crises and tougher immigration paths. Economic…

Which Canadian Police Check Is Needed for a US Visa?

For a US visa, a Canadian applicant typically requires a Police Certificate known as a "Clearance Letter" or…

Illegal Canada-U.S. Border Crossings Promoted on TikTok

Smugglers are using TikTok to advertise illegal Canada-U.S. crossings, targeting Indian nationals on temporary visas. They promise safe…