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Australia WA DAMA Endorsement Now Valid for 12 Months

14 September 2026 Matthias Kurth

What this means for you

For individuals considering relocation to Western Australia under the DAMA program, this means greater clarity on the validity of employer endorsements and more detailed, transparent job advertisements.

Now A positive WA DAMA endorsement is valid for 12 months from its issue date, and businesses must submit this endorsement to Home Affairs within that period as part of the Labour Agreement application. Job advertisements must also include specific details like salary, location, and the nominating business or recruitment agency name with evidence.

A positive Western Australia (WA) Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) endorsement is now valid for 12 months from its issue date, according to available data. This update provides a defined timeframe for businesses participating in the DAMA program.

Businesses must submit this endorsement to Home Affairs within the 12-month period as part of their Labour Agreement application. Furthermore, job advertisements under the WA DAMA must now include specific details such as salary, location, and the name of the nominating business or recruitment agency, along with supporting evidence.

Source migration.wa.gov.au ↗