"The Australian government says that the Iran war has increased the risk that some temporary visa holders may be unable or unlikely to depart Australia when their visas expire."
"Decisions about permanent stays in Australia should be deliberate decisions of the government, not a random consequence of who booked a holiday."
"Australia's Asylum Seeker Resource Center condemned the heartless move, saying it adds unnecessary trauma and harm to Iranians already facing war."
"This is a massive betrayal of the Iranian community. Just when people most need safety, the Albanese Government is slamming the door closed."
Australia has implemented a temporary ban on visitors from Iran, effective March 26, due to concerns that some temporary visa holders may not leave when their visas expire. The ban applies to certain visitor visas linked to Iranian passports, with exceptions for those married to Australians or with children in Australia. The Home Affairs Department stated that many visas issued before the conflict may not have been granted now. Critics argue this decision harms the Iranian community seeking safety amid war.
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