Archive technician NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for archive technician.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for archive technician is 52100 (Library and public archive technicians), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
52100
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 52100 covers
Library and public archive technicians assist users in accessing library or archive resources, assist in describing new acquisitions, participate in archive processing and storage, and conduct reference searches. They are employed by libraries and public archives.
| Unit group | 52100 — Library and public archive technicians |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Library technicians
- Assist library users in accessing books, films, photographs, maps, documents, electronic materials and other library materials
- Catalogue new library acquisitions under the direction of a librarian
- Perform manual and on-line reference searches and make interlibrary loans for users
- Assist librarians in giving tours and providing children's and other specialized library programs.
- Public archive technicians
To use NOC 52100 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 52100 →
Other job titles under NOC 52100
- Library technician
- Technical indexer - library
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for archive technician?+
In NOC 2021, "archive technician" is an example title in unit group 52100 — Library and public archive technicians. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport" broad category.
Is archive technician eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 52100 is TEER 2, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does archive technician get extra CRS points?+
NOC 52100 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a archive technician get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 52100 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says archive technician but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 52100. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.