Can your Australian permanent residency or citizenship be revoked? What does the law say?

As migration continues to be a key concern ahead of the 2025 Federal Election, Leader of Opposition Peter Dutton has suggested that, if elected, the Coalition would consider holding a referendum to deport dual nationals convicted of serious crimes. But what does the law say? Can permanent residency or citizenship be revoked? Find out more by listening to this interview by SBS Punjabi with migration expert Vijay Bharti.

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Can your Australian permanent residency or citizenship be revoked? What does the law say?

SBS Punjabi

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