About Immigration Detention

The department is committed to providing high quality immigration detention services that support the well-being of people in immigration detention. There is a strong focus on improving the quality of detention facilities and ensuring that people in immigration detention are treated fairly, with dignity and respect.

Background

Why people are detained under Australia’s immigration law.

Understanding Immigration Detention

Scope of immigration detention functions performed by the department.

Core Operational Principles

Main principles for the management of people in immigration detention.