South Australia’s Designated Area Migration Agreements extended with key concessions retained and important changes effective 1 July 2025.
The two South Australian Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMAs) have been extended until 30 June 2026. The extension maintains access to:
- Existing DAMA occupations
• Age concession up to 55 years
• 10% reduction to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT)
• Concessions for English language and work experience
A significant improvement has also been made to the permanent residency pathway. Clients holding the Skills in Demand (SID) Subclass 482 visa can now apply for the Subclass 186 visa after just two years of holding the 482 visas.
From 1 July 2025, occupations listed under specific Industry Labour Agreements will no longer be eligible under the SA DAMA program if they also appear on an Industry Labour Agreement list.
The South Australian Government is also planning to negotiate a new five-year statewide DAMA with the Commonwealth Government during the 2025–26 period.
Click here: South Australian Government Website – DAMA Updates