Find out how Western Australia hopes to fill occupations that are in high demand with the new WA Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA), which was introduced in July 2024. Find more about the advantages of the fifth DAMA, how to apply, and how it helps skilled migrants and local companies. 

The Western Australian Designated Area Migration Agreement (WA DAMA) was created in July 2024 in response to the ongoing need from employers in the region’s major sectors for qualified workers. The goal of this initiative is to close employment gaps that are essential to the state’s economic expansion.

After the DAMAs in the Goldfields, Kimberley, Pilbara, and South West areas, the WA DAMA is the sixth agreement of its kind for Western Australia. These agreements give companies a chance to sponsor foreign workers for positions that cannot be filled locally. They are specifically designed to address the unique labor market demands of their particular areas.
Western Australian employers can now apply for endorsement in order to use the WA DAMA. By making it easier to find qualified immigrants to fill positions in in-demand fields, this program guarantees the success and economic contribution of local companies.

For skilled migrants as well as companies, the WA DAMA offers a number of advantages. In comparison to regular visa programs, it provides more flexible arrangements, such as waivers for age restrictions, wage limitations, and English language competency requirements. These incentives aim to provide migrants a chance to establish a life in Western Australia while also making it simpler for employers to find and hire the talent they require.

This program demonstrates Western Australia’s dedication to finding creative and adaptable ways to migrate in order to meet its workforce demands and support the growth and prosperity of the state’s businesses in a cutthroat international marketplace.