Iranians holding valid visas blocked from entering Australia for 6 months

Australia on Wednesday announced temporary travel restrictions for Iranian visa holders currently outside the country, Anadolu reports. The ban will be in place for six months starting Thursday under tough new immigration laws. In a statement, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said: “The conflict in Iran has increased the risk that some temporary visa holders may be unable or unlikely to depart Australia when their visas expire. However, the restrictions will not apply to individuals already in Australia, close family members of citizens or permanent residents, or those granted special travel permission under limited circumstances. READ: Iran’s army claims missile attack on USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier Burke said during this period Iranians can continue to apply for visa and parents of […]