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8.3.3 Departure prohibition orders (DPO)

Context

The Registrar can make a DPO (1.1.D.50) preventing a person who has a child support debt (1.1.C.90) or carer debt (1.1.C.30) from leaving Australia. A person subject to a DPO can apply for a DAC (1.1.D.30). A DAC allows the person to depart Australia for a specified period.

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