Australia Updates WA DAMA Business Endorsement Criteria
This means that finding an employer in Western Australia willing and able to sponsor you under the DAMA program might become more challenging, especially if you are looking at roles in Perth, FIFO work, or jobs with significant off-site components.
Australia has updated the business endorsement rules for skilled migrants under the Western Australia Designated Area Migration Agreement (WA DAMA). Businesses seeking endorsement must now provide a Skilled Migrant Endorsement Request (SMER) ID and an organizational chart not older than six months, detailing staff and their visa status.
Further changes include a 50% skilled migrant ratio limit for businesses located in Metropolitan Perth. Additionally, FIFO (fly-in, fly-out) positions or work exceeding 30% at secondary locations will no longer be considered for endorsement.
For individuals considering relocation to Western Australia under the DAMA program, these updates mean that potential sponsoring businesses face stricter criteria. Understanding these requirements is crucial for assessing employer eligibility and the types of roles that qualify for skilled migrant endorsement.