Commissioner of marriages NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for commissioner of marriages.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for commissioner of marriages is 42200 (Paralegals and related occupations), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
42200
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 42200 covers
Paralegals prepare legal documents and conduct research to assist lawyers or other professionals. Independent paralegals provide legal services to the public as allowed by government legislation, or provide paralegal services on contract to law firms or other establishments. Justices of the peace administer oaths, issue subpoenas, summonses and warrants and perform other court-related duties such as conducting bail hearings. Notaries public administer oaths, take affidavits, sign legal documents and perform other activities according to the scope of their practice. Trademark agents advise clients on intellectual property matters. Paralegals are employed by law firms, by record search companies and in legal departments throughout the public and private sectors. Independent paralegals are usually self-employed. Justices of the peace are employed by federal, provincial, municipal, and territorial courts. Notaries public are employed by government and in the public and private sectors or they may be self-employed. Trademark agents are employed by law firms and legal departments throughout the public and private sectors, trademark development and search firms or they may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 42200 — Paralegals and related occupations |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Paralegals
- Assist lawyers by interviewing clients, witnesses and other related parties, assembling documentary evidence, preparing trial briefs, and arranging for trials
- Assist lawyers in preparation for mediation and judicial dispute resolutions
- Under the supervision of a lawyer, prepare wills, real estate transactions and other legal documents, court reports and affidavits
- Research records, court files and other legal documents
- Draft legal correspondence and perform general office and clerical duties.
To use NOC 42200 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 42200 →
Other job titles under NOC 42200
- Commercial law clerk
- Commissioner of affidavits
- Corporate paralegal
- Family law paralegal
- Independent paralegal
- Judicial officer
- Justice of the peace
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 42200, one of these may fit better:
- High commissioner — NOC 00011 (Senior government managers and officials, TEER 0)
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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 commissioner of marriages?+
In NOC 2021, "commissioner of marriages" is an example title in unit group 42200 — Paralegals and related occupations. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is commissioner of marriages eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 42200 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 commissioner of marriages get extra CRS points?+
NOC 42200 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 commissioner of marriages get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 42200 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 commissioner of marriages 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 42200. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.