AMR (Automatic Mutual Recognition)
AMR lets a licensed tradesperson or contractor work in another state or territory without a second licence application. Some construction occupations are exempt.
Ask Chalkline about this →AMR (Automatic Mutual Recognition) is a scheme under the Mutual Recognition Act 1992 (Cth) that allows a person licensed in one Australian state or territory to work in an equivalent occupation in another state or territory without needing to apply for a separate licence. The receiving jurisdiction’s regulator is notified rather than the practitioner going through a full application.
Construction occupations are not automatically covered by AMR in the ACT. The ACT Government holds a significant risk exemption (due to its demerit point scheme not operating across borders) that extends to at least 1 July 2027. Builders wanting to work in the ACT who hold a licence from another state must apply for traditional mutual recognition instead: same fees, same assessment process, full application (verified 2026-05-08, Access Canberra).
Outside of exempt occupations, AMR is broadly available across other states and territories for construction licences. Check the regulator in the destination state before assuming your home licence covers you.
Also known as: automatic mutual recognition, interstate licence recognition.
Category: Licensing and compliance.
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See also
- NSW building licence: classes, fees and thresholds
- NT builder registration: BPB classes, fees and 2025 changes
Last updated: 2026-05-08. Verified: 2026-05-08. Quarterly review for currency.