Fish tagger NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for fish tagger.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for fish tagger is 85102 (Aquaculture and marine harvest labourers), a TEER 5 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
85102
TEER 5 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 85102 covers
Aquaculture and marine harvest labourers include aquaculture support workers, marine plant gatherers, shellfish diggers and other labourers in aquaculture and fishing. Aquaculture support workers are employed by public or private fish hatcheries and commercial aquatic farms. Marine plant gatherers and mollusk harvesters may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 85102 — Aquaculture and marine harvest labourers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 5 — usually short-term work demonstration and no formal education |
| Broad category | Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Assist aquaculture technicians in the operation of fish hatcheries or other aquatic farms
- Feed aquaculture stocks, vaccinate stocks, perform culling and marking or banding techniques and report any observed irregularities in stocks
- Operate, maintain and clean pumps, filters, tanks and other aquaculture equipment and clean and maintain aquaculture enclosures
- Keep daily records of water flow and fish, shellfish and marine plant samples
- Grade and weigh aquaculture stocks
- Prepare aquaculture stocks for market
To use NOC 85102 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 85102 →
Other job titles under NOC 85102
- Aquaculture support worker
- Clam digger
- Dulse gatherer
- Fish farm helper
- Fry marker
- Marine plant gatherer
- Oyster picker
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 85102, one of these may fit better:
- Fish and wildlife officer — NOC 22113 (Conservation and fishery officers, TEER 2)
- Fish cake maker — NOC 94142 (Fish and seafood plant workers, TEER 4)
- Fish farm operator — NOC 80022 (Managers in aquaculture, TEER 0)
- Fish farmer — NOC 80022 (Managers in aquaculture, TEER 0)
- Fish grader — NOC 94143 (Testers and graders, food and beverage processing, TEER 4)
- Fish hatchery manager — NOC 80022 (Managers in aquaculture, TEER 0)
- Fish hatchery operator — NOC 80022 (Managers in aquaculture, TEER 0)
- Fish hatchery supervisor — NOC 80022 (Managers in aquaculture, 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 fish tagger?+
In NOC 2021, "fish tagger" is an example title in unit group 85102 — Aquaculture and marine harvest labourers. It is a TEER 5 occupation in the "Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations" broad category.
Is fish tagger eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 85102 is TEER 5. IRCC only counts TEER 0–3 work as skilled experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class, so this work generally won't qualify for those programs on its own. Some provincial programs accept TEER 4–5 work.
Does fish tagger get extra CRS points?+
NOC 85102 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 fish tagger get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 85102 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 fish tagger 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 85102. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.