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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Paul Karp Chief political correspondent

Rise in Palestinian applications for onshore protection visas as pressure grows on Albanese government

Tony Burke
The home affairs minister, Tony Burke, in August. The government extended work rights and Medicare access to some visa holders from Gaza and Israel in August. Photograph: Mike Bowers/The Guardian

The number of Palestinians applying onshore for protection has continued to grow, increasing pressure on the Albanese government over its decision to require them to come to Australia on visitor visas first.

According to home affairs department statistics, the number of Palestinians applying for onshore protection visas increased from 119 in May to 157 in June and 176 in July.

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