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Australia Blocks Iranian Tourists with Valid Visas for Six Months

First article: 25 mar. 2026, 09:51 | Last update: 25 mar. 2026, 09:51 | 1 source | 1 article

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The Australian government's decision to deny entry to Iranian tourists with valid visas has been met with strong condemnation. The ban, reportedly lasting six months, has raised questions about Australia's immigration policies and its relationship with Iran. No official explanation has been provided, leaving many to speculate about the underlying motivations.

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‘Massive betrayal’: Iranian nationals with valid tourist visas blocked from entering Australia for six months Foto: The Guardian
The Guardian 25 mar. 2026, 09:51 (3 hours ago)

‘Massive betrayal’: Iranian nationals with valid tourist visas blocked from entering Australia for six months

Tony Burke says decisions about permanent stays should be ‘deliberate decisions of the government, not a random consequence of who booked a holiday’Iranian tourists will be banned from entering Australia for the next six months after the home affairs minister, Tony Burke, triggered tough new immigration laws over concerns visitors may not be able to return to Iran.The ban could apply to more than 7,000 Iranians with valid tourist visas – though some may still be given the chance to enter the cou

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