'It's ludicrous': The stranded Australians who now have to pay thousands for hotel quarantine to come home

Australians and permanent residents are allowed to return to the country during the coronavirus pandemic. But as of Saturday, most will be billed thousands of dollars for their hotel quarantine.

Victoria is inviting people to take part in the new check-in system as part of a trial home quarantine program - Photo used for representation only. Source: AAP

The majority of Australians returning home from overseas will now have to pay up to $3,000 each to cover their mandatory 14-day hotel quarantine.

On Saturday, NSW and SA joined Queensland, WA and NT in forcing returnees to foot the bill for accommodation and food, while Victoria remains closed to international arrivals.

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