Driver's licence examiner NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for driver's licence examiner.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for driver's licence examiner is 43109 (Other instructors), a TEER 3 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
43109
TEER 3 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 43109 covers
Other instructors teach courses, such as motor vehicle or motorcycle driving, sailing and navigation, sewing or other courses, which are outside of educational institutions. They are employed by driving schools, fabric retailers and other commercial establishments or they may be self-employed. This unit group also includes modelling and finishing school instructors, driver's licence examiners, who are employed by provincial governments and tutors who provide instruction in elementary or secondary school subjects.
| Unit group | 43109 — Other instructors |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 3 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of less than 2 years, or 6+ months of on-the-job training |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Driving instructors
- Instruct individuals on proper motor vehicle driving skills and traffic regulations
- Demonstrate and explain the handling and mechanical operation of motor vehicles
- Supervise individuals during practice driving.
- Driver's licence examiners
- Conduct road test examinations
To use NOC 43109 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 43109 →
Other job titles under NOC 43109
- Driving instructor
- Modelling instructor
- Motorcycle driving instructor
- Sewing instructor - non-vocational
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 43109, one of these may fit better:
- Ballistics examiner — NOC 21109 (Other professional occupations in physical sciences, TEER 1)
- Claims examiner — NOC 12201 (Insurance adjusters and claims examiners, TEER 2)
- Credit unions examiner — NOC 11109 (Other financial officers, TEER 1)
- Fabric examiner — NOC 94133 (Inspectors and graders, textile, fabric, fur and leather products manufacturing, TEER 4)
- Liquor licence inspector — NOC 43202 (By-law enforcement and other regulatory officers, TEER 3)
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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 driver's licence examiner?+
In NOC 2021, "driver's licence examiner" is an example title in unit group 43109 — Other instructors. It is a TEER 3 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is driver's licence examiner eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 43109 is TEER 3, 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 driver's licence examiner get extra CRS points?+
NOC 43109 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 driver's licence examiner get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 43109 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 driver's licence examiner 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 43109. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.