Manus Island detainees who missed out on a $70 million compensation settlement may benefit from a separate decision.
The full bench ruled the human rights of all those sent to Manus Island had been breached.
"The application to enforce constitutional rights post Supreme Court decision (to close the Manus centre) is competent," the judgment read.
A further hearing is expected in February 2018, at which lawyers for the detainees will seek orders the Australian and PNG governments provide a safe, third country for the asylum seekers.
