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Overview of the Townsville North Queensland DAMA
The Townsville North Queensland (TNQ) Designated Area Migration Agreement is a region-specific skilled migration program that provides significantly more flexibility than standard national skilled visa pathways. It is designed to support both employers experiencing workforce shortages and overseas workers seeking long-term opportunities in regional Queensland.
Key Features of the TNQ DAMA
Five-Year Labour Agreements
Eligible employers can access customised, long-term labour agreements covering a broad mix of skilled and semi-skilled positions.Permanent Residency Pathways for Most Occupations
The TNQ DAMA occupation list includes 195 roles, and 183 of them offer pathways to Australian Permanent Residency, making it one of the most PR-friendly DAMA programs in the country.Visa Concessions
Businesses may access concessions relating to:English language requirements
Age limits
Work experience and salary thresholds (depending on occupation)
Multiple Visa Options
Workers can be sponsored under a range of visa subclasses, including:Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage)
Subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme)
Subclass 494 (Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional)
Many of these visas lead to permanent residency via Subclass 191 (Permanent Residence – Skilled Regional).
Flexible Agreement Adjustments
Employers can request amendments to their Labour Agreements, such as adding occupations, increasing position numbers, or accessing additional concessions.Sponsor New or Existing Workers
Employers may sponsor current staff members or secure pre-approved occupation slots to attract new international talent.
Start Your Townsville Migration Pathway
If you are considering skilled migration to North Queensland or looking to fill workforce gaps within your business, the Townsville DAMA offers a comprehensive and flexible route.
Go Global Immigration provides full support—from eligibility reviews to Labour Agreement guidance and visa lodgement.
Connect with our migration advisors today to begin your Townsville DAMA journey.
FAQs – Townsville DAMA
The Townsville DAMA is a regional migration agreement that allows employers in North Queensland to sponsor skilled and semi-skilled overseas workers for roles experiencing local labour shortages.
Out of 195 occupations on the TNQ DAMA list, 183 provide a pathway to Australian Permanent Residency.
Applicants may be sponsored under Subclass 482, Subclass 186, or Subclass 494, with PR options via Subclass 191.
Yes. Concessions may include reduced English requirements, extended age limits, salary threshold adjustments, and more.
Yes. Employers can request updates to include new occupations, additional positions, or modified concessions.
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