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Australia bans Iranian tourists
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Australia is banning entry to Iranian tourists with valid visas for six months.
Why it matters
The government will bar entry of Iranian tourists holding valid Australian visas for six months, blocking their planned arrivals and preventing use of those visas for travel during that period. Limited exemptions require case-by-case approval for close family of Australians and other narrowly defined circumstances, making routine tourist travel and automatic returns harder.
Implications
- · About 6,800 existing Iranian visa holders will be prevented from entering Australia during the six-month period.
- · Partners and children of Australian citizens are exempted and may still be allowed entry under exceptions provided by authorities.
Who is affected
- · Iranian nationals holding Australian visas
- · Australian immigration and border agencies
- · Airlines and travel operators
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