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NOC 74102 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Couriers and messengers. 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.
Classification
Trades, transport & equipment operators
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Definition
Couriers and messengers pick up and deliver letters, parcels, packages, messages and other items within and between establishments. They are employed by courier service companies and other establishments throughout the public and private sectors.
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Overview
Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, couriers and messengers are categorized under NOC 74102. This occupation falls under TEER 4, representing jobs that typically require a secondary school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training. Professionals in this category are responsible for picking up and delivering letters, messages, packages, parcels, and other items to and from establishments or individuals. They may perform their duties on foot, by bicycle, public transit, or by driving light trucks or automobiles, working for various delivery service providers, retail establishments, or as self-employed individuals.
While TEER 4 occupations do not directly qualify for standard Federal Skilled Worker Express Entry pathways, candidates under NOC 74102 have several viable immigration routes. Many Canadian provinces offer dedicated Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) targeting semi-skilled workers to address local labor shortages. Additionally, applicants can qualify under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) if they secure a valid job offer from a designated employer in Atlantic Canada, or transition to permanent residency after gaining Canadian work experience through a Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).
To successfully qualify, candidates must meet the official ESDC employment requirements, which generally include some secondary school education, physical fitness to perform the duties, and a valid driver's license if operating a vehicle. Demonstrating a verified job offer and matching the official NOC duties is critical for both Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) and provincial nominations.
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 — Couriers and messengers 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.
Couriers and messengers 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.