Australia is intensifying its enforcement of visa compliance, with plans to detain or arrange the departure of over 77,000 individuals who have overstayed their visas. The move marks a significant escalation in immigration controls, targeting those who remain beyond their authorized stay. Authorities are set to implement stricter monitoring and penalties to address the issue, signaling a shift in how visa breaches are handled. The decision follows growing concerns over irregular migration and its impact on the country’s immigration system.


More than 77,000 visa overstayers face detention or departure as Australia cracks down on immigration violations.