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Australia bars Iranian tourist-visa holders for six months under new emergency powers

Australia bars Iranian tourist-visa holders for six months under new emergency powers

Invoking brand-new section 84B powers, Australia has suspended entry for roughly 6,800 Iranian tourist-visa holders for six months. The government says the pause is needed because unrest in Iran could leave visitors unable to return home, but advocates warn it erodes trust in the visa system and may foreshadow broader entry controls. Companies with mobile workforces should reassess travel plans and consider family-impact contingencies.

Mar 26, 2026
Golden-Visa freeze enters sixth month, frustrating UAE employers

Golden-Visa freeze enters sixth month, frustrating UAE employers

A March 25 community post confirms that the UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security has approved no new Golden Visas since October 2025. The hiatus is complicating talent-retention plans, forcing companies to rely on shorter work permits and offer extra incentives while awaiting revised eligibility rules.

Mar 26, 2026
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