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UAE imposes entry ban on Iranians – but with exceptions

Golden Visa holders will be allowed to enter, along with athletes, bankers, doctors, families, engineers, investors, senior professionals and traders

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Merchants, including Iranians, in the spice and textile souks in Dubai's Deira market

The UAE has issued an advisory banning Iranian nationals from entering or transiting through the country, with a few exceptions.

The restrictions come amid heightened tensions from the Iran war, with airlines and travel advisories adjusting policies...