Summary
Australia has decided to stop Iranian tourists with valid visas from visiting for six months. This decision, announced by Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke, aims to prevent tourists from staying permanently without formal approval. Exceptions are in place for family members of Australian citizens.
Key Facts
- The ban affects about 6,800 Iranian tourist visa holders.
- It was introduced by Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke.
- The ban will last for six months and starts on Thursday.
- Exceptions are allowed for partners and children of Australian citizens.
- Some MPs and refugee advocates oppose the decision, calling it a moral failure.
- The policy does not change the visa status for citizens of other countries.
- The decision was made alongside granting humanitarian visas to seven Iranian footballers.
