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Australia Bans Entry to Visitors from Iran - The Exceptions

Published March 26, 2026, 07:20
Australia Bans Entry to Visitors from Iran - The Exceptions

Australia is banning entry to its territory for travelers with Iranian passports for tourism or business purposes for the next six months, due to the war in the Middle East. The government justifies the decision with the risk that visa holders may not be able or willing to leave Australia after their visas expire. There are exceptions for parents of Australian citizens. This decision comes after granting asylum to Iranian athletes, which caused outrage in Iran.