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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Kristi Noem challenges Illinois immigration laws during Springfield visit

Kristi Noem’s Springfield visit intensified Illinois’ immigration debate as she criticized the TRUST Act and advocated repeal via…

Trump Empties Migrant Shelters at US-Mexico Border

Migrant shelters along the US-Mexico border are nearly empty following Trump’s 2025 policy shifts. The closure of the…

IRCC lets IEC participants get work permits mailed within Canada

IRCC’s new rule allows International Experience Canada participants to receive work permits by mail within Canada through December…

McKinney National Airport set for $72 million expansion in Collin County

McKinney National Airport’s approved $72 million expansion adds a large terminal, parking, and low-cost airline options in northern…

Breeze Airways adds nonstop flights from Salisbury Regional Airport to Orlando

Breeze Airways launches direct Salisbury-Orlando flights from October 2025. Supported by an $800,000 grant, this route offers $59…

Canada under Mark Carney signals steady course for Immigration Levels Plan

Canada’s revised Immigration Levels Plan lowers both permanent and temporary resident numbers, prioritizing economic sectors, caregivers, and French…

UK universities face income drop as international student numbers fall

UK universities face unprecedented financial strain from falling international student numbers, stagnant tuition fees, and mounting costs. Widespread…

Karnataka High Court denies visa extension for Pakistani children

The Karnataka High Court dismissed a plea for a visa extension by three Pakistani children and their Indian…

Quebec sees high immigration as fertility rates hit historic low

In 2024, Quebec’s population exceeded 9.1 million, with growth now driven almost exclusively by immigrants due to record-low…

REAL ID applications now start online through DMV in Washington State

To board US domestic flights or access federal buildings after May 7, 2025, you’ll need a REAL ID-compliant…

Portugal salaries trail far behind United States for similar jobs

Average salaries in the United States far exceed those in Portugal, even after accounting for Portugal’s 45% lower…

Birth Certificate and More: Key Proofs of Your Legal Name Explained

Original or certified documents such as a birth certificate or U.S. Passport are necessary to prove legal name…

Employment Authorization Document now valid for domestic flights in US

From May 7, 2025, U.S. domestic travelers aged 18+ must show a REAL ID or approved identification, including…

US taxes follow citizens moving to Japan, Form 1040 still required

Americans moving to Japan are still required to file US taxes annually using Form 1040. Worldwide income must…

REAL ID: What Documents Count as Proof of Identity

REAL ID becomes mandatory May 7, 2025 for domestic travel and federal access in the U.S. Applicants must…