Villawood Immigration Detention Centre
Immigration detention – Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Facility profile
| Type of facility | Immigration detention |
|---|---|
| Address | Birmingham Avenue 15, 2163 Sydney |
| City / locality | Sydney |
| Region / state | New South Wales |
| Country | Australia |
| Coordinates | -33.87503, 150.99025 |
Villawood Immigration Detention Centre: information, location and practical guide
Facility overview
Villawood Immigration Detention Centre is listed in this directory under the category “Immigration detention” and is located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. This page gathers what is known about the facility and adds context about its surroundings and a practical guide for anyone who needs to find it or get in touch with it. The data source does not include further administrative details for this facility, so it is advisable to check them with the competent authority before carrying out any procedure.
Location and surroundings
The recorded address of Villawood Immigration Detention Centre is Birmingham Avenue 15, 2163 Sydney, in Sydney (New South Wales, Australia). The approximate coordinates are -33.8750, 150.9903.
Within the directory, Sydney has 18 facilities; New South Wales has 46 facilities across 20 localities, and Australia has 135 facilities in total, which helps place this facility within its wider territory.
Other nearby facilities
Measured in a straight line from Villawood Immigration Detention Centre, these are the closest facilities in Australia listed in the directory:
- Mary Wade Correctional Centre — about 4.9 km away (Sydney)
- Silverwater Detention Centre — about 8.0 km away (Sydney)
- Parramatta Gaol — about 8.5 km away (Sydney)
- Defence Force Correctional Establishment (DFCE) — about 12 km away (Sydney)
- Parklea Correctional Centre — about 18 km away (Sydney)
Other facilities in Sydney:
- Amber Laurel Correctional Centre
- Cobham Juvenile Justice Centre
- Defence Force Correctional Establishment (DFCE)
- Dillwynia Correctional Centre
- Dillwynia Correctional Centre Expansion
- Emu Plains Correctional Centre
What type of facility this is
Immigration detention centers hold foreign nationals administratively, not as a criminal penalty, while their immigration status or removal is being resolved. They are not equivalent to a prison: their regime, time limits and the rights of the people held depend on each country's immigration law.
In Australia, prisons are run by the corrective services of each state and territory.
Knowing the category helps you understand what to expect: the regime, who may visit and the procedures that apply vary depending on the type of facility and the country.
Data on record for this profile
This profile includes: Address. Not available in the source: Phone, Email, Website, Capacity, Operator / administration, Hours / visiting, In operation since. The data comes from open information contributed by a community of volunteers and may change over time. If you manage the facility or know updated official data, you can request a correction by writing to info@vorticepacifico.com.
Before visiting or contacting the facility
These general tips help you prepare any procedure related to Villawood Immigration Detention Centre. The specific rules are always set by the competent prison administration.
- Confirm visiting days and hours directly with the facility or its administration; they can change without notice.
- Find out which identity document is required and whether a prior authorisation or registration is needed to visit.
- Ask whether an appointment is necessary and how far in advance it must be requested.
- Check the permitted items, the accepted dress code and the security checks at the entrance.
- Plan the journey with time to spare: transport, time to get into the premises and possible waiting.
- If you attend as a lawyer, journalist or researcher, request accreditation or permission through the official channels.
- If you travel with minors, check the specific conditions that apply to their entry.
- Use official channels only and be wary of intermediaries who charge to arrange visits or communications.
Services and procedures common in this type of facility
In facilities in the category “Immigration detention” there usually are, depending on the country and each establishment's regime: communications and visits, correspondence, healthcare, social and psychological support, training and education, work and workshops, religious assistance, legal assistance and transfers to courts. This directory does not confirm that Villawood Immigration Detention Centre offers each of them: check directly with the facility or its administration which are available and how to request them.
Frequently asked questions about Villawood Immigration Detention Centre
Where is Villawood Immigration Detention Centre?
Villawood Immigration Detention Centre is located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The recorded address is Birmingham Avenue 15, 2163 Sydney.
What type of facility is Villawood Immigration Detention Centre?
It is listed in the directory under the category “Immigration detention”. Immigration detention centers hold foreign nationals administratively, not as a criminal penalty, while their immigration status or removal is being resolved.
What is the phone number or website of Villawood Immigration Detention Centre?
The source does not include a phone number, email or website for this facility. Check the official website of the competent prison administration.
What is the capacity of Villawood Immigration Detention Centre?
The capacity of this facility is not available in the data source.
Are there other facilities near Villawood Immigration Detention Centre?
The closest facility listed in the directory is Mary Wade Correctional Centre, about 4.9 km away in a straight line.
Can I visit Villawood Immigration Detention Centre?
It depends on the country's regulations and the facility's regime, and not everyone may visit. Before travelling, confirm the hours, the documents required and the access conditions with the facility.