ASIO agent reapplies for visa to testify at Bondi royal commission
A former ASIO agent known as 'Marcus' has reapplied for an Australian visa to testify at the Bondi royal commission. His previous application was denied due to concerns about his intent to remain in the country, despite his potential role in investigating a past terror attack.
Why it matters
The case highlights the complexities of balancing national security, immigration law, and the need for testimony in high-profile public inquiries.
An ex-ASIO agent, codenamed Marcus (left), has applied for a second time to enter Australia to give evidence to the Bondi royal commission.
A former ASIO agent known as Marcus is seeking an Australian visa to enable him to give evidence to the Bondi royal commission.
Marcus has been denied a visa because immigration officials believe he is unlikely to leave once entering Australia.
The former agent has also been contacted by NSW Police about assisting their investigation into the Bondi terror attack.
Link copied Share Share article A former ASIO agent has made a new bid to return to Australia to give evidence to the Bondi royal commission, after his previous visa application was rejected.
The former agent, known as Marcus, has also been contacted by NSW Police about assisting their inquiries into last December's Bondi terror attack.
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