An alleged major drug trafficker with links to an outlaw bikie gang faces deportation by the Abbott Government to Iraq.

It is believed the man was not a dual citizen, and had been living in Australia on a refugee or humanitarian visa.

Assets seized as part of Operation Grote. Credit:Victoria Police

It is expected he will remain in Australia until the completion of his trial, but be deported regardless of the outcome.

The man was arrested and taken to immigration detention on the same day Fairfax Media reported he had been caught on telephone intercepts discussing debt collection and a possible hit with a gang member who was in prison.