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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Express Entry system expands with new job pathways for residency

Canada’s 2025 Express Entry updates prioritize teachers, healthcare, and STEM professionals to address labor shortages and support economic…

Donald Trump pauses tariffs for 90 days, China excluded

Tariff relief is granted to 75 countries for 90 days, excluding China, where tariffs increased to 125%. While…

China imposes 84% tariffs on US goods as trade war escalates

China’s 84% tariff on U.S. goods follows the Trump administration's 104% tariff. Key sectors, including agriculture and technology,…

Provinces shift Provincial Nominee Programs for Canadian residency

Canada cut PNP quotas for 2025, challenging provinces to adapt immigration strategies. Newfoundland paused applications, and Ontario revised…

Brazil to reinstate visa requirements for US, Canada, Australia

Starting April 2025, Brazil will require visas for U.S., Canadian, and Australian visitors. This new policy prioritizes diplomatic…

SriLankan Airlines privatization plan dropped by government

Sri Lanka abandoned privatization plans for SriLankan Airlines due to impracticality and opted for state-led restructuring under President…

Donald Trump unveils steep 84 percent tariffs on Chinese imports

Trump unveiled steep tariffs on Chinese imports to address trade imbalances. These measures, starting at 84%, could escalate…

Rise in ICE agent impersonations worries immigrant communities

The rise in ICE impersonators highlights vulnerabilities in immigrant communities exploited through fear and scams. Education on ICE…

Colleges Raise Alarm Over Student Visa Revocations in the U.S.

Recent U.S. student visa revocations raise global concerns about fairness, due process, and academic freedom. Cases like Khalil’s…

American Airlines pilots call for union leadership change

58% of American Airlines pilots support changing representation from APA to ALPA, seeking better leadership, resources, and collective…

Trump administration plans major expansion of migrant detention

The Trump administration’s immigration measures aim to expand detention resources with $45 billion funding for facilities, including Guantanamo…

Canadian citizenship fees increase for the first time in years

On March 31, 2025, Canada raised adult citizenship fees from $100 to $119.75, the first adjustment in 30…

What the End of CHNV Parole Means for Migrants

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's termination of CHNV parole impacts 530,000 individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and…

CBP One migrants lose legal status under Trump administration rule

Migrants who used the CBP One app now face deportation orders under a Trump administration policy effective April…

Visa Revocations Leave Over 150 Students Facing Deportation

DHS has revoked visas for over 150 students, alleging links to Hamas, citing national security. This sparked concerns…