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NOC 64320 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Tour and travel guides. It is classified TEER 4 — High-school diploma or several weeks of training, which does not meet the skill requirement for Express Entry's federal programs. An officer decides whether you can claim this code by comparing the duties written in your reference letter against the official main duties below — not by your job title.
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Definition
Tour and travel guides escort individuals and groups on trips, on sightseeing tours of cities and on tours of historical sites and establishments such as famous buildings, manufacturing plants, cathedrals and theme parks. They also provide descriptions and background information on interesting features. They are employed by tour operators, resorts and other establishments or may be self-employed.
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Overview
Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, "Tour and travel guides" are classified under NOC code 64320. This unit group falls under TEER 4, which typically requires a high school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training. These professionals are employed by tour operators, travel agencies, resorts, museums, and other establishment settings to escort individuals or groups on sightseeing tours, educational trips, or outdoor excursions across Canada.
According to Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), the core duties of NOC 64320 include describing points of interest, providing factual historical or cultural information, answering questions, and ensuring the safety of tour participants. Employment requirements generally involve completion of secondary school. Some positions may require specialized knowledge of a specific region, fluency in a second language, first aid certification, or provincial or territorial licensing for certain specialized tours.
As a TEER 4 occupation, individuals qualifying under NOC 64320 may be eligible for specific Canadian immigration pathways, such as certain Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams targeting semi-skilled workers, depending on regional labor market demands. Please note that Express Entry programs like the Federal Skilled Worker Program typically require experience in TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Not for Express Entry's federal skilled programs — Tour and travel guides is TEER 4, and TEER 4–5 occupations don't meet that skill level. Provincial streams and other pathways may still be open; run the eligibility check to see which.
Tour and travel guides is classified as TEER 4 — High-school diploma or several weeks of training. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.
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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.