How does the Australian Government assess applications for transfer to Australia?
The Australian Minister for Home Affairs assesses each transfer application on its merits, taking all relevant factors into account. For transfers to Australia, relevant factors may include: • the extent to which the prisoner’s rehabilitation and reintegration into the Australian community would be assisted by the transfer • whether the transfer will contribute to community safety • whether the prisoner is a dual citizen of Australia and another country • the views of relevant authorities and agencies, such as the Australian Federal Police, and • any relevant humanitarian considerations that apply to the case. The ITP Statement of Policy provides further information on policies that guide the assessment of applications for transfer.
