Furniture upholsterer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for furniture upholsterer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for furniture upholsterer is 63221 (Upholsterers), a TEER 3 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
63221
TEER 3 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 63221 covers
Upholsterers cover furniture, fixtures and similar items with fabric, leather or other upholstery materials. They are employed by furniture, aircraft, motor vehicle and other manufacturing companies, furniture retail outlets and repair shops or they may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 63221 — Upholsterers |
|---|---|
| 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 | Sales and service occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Discuss upholstery fabric, colour, and style with customers and provide cost estimate for upholstering furniture or other items
- Lay out, measure and cut upholstery materials according to sketches or design specifications
- Replace worn-out webbing, springs and other furniture parts using hand and power tools
- Operate sewing machines or sew upholstery materials by hand to seam cushions and join sections of covering materials
- Install padding and underlays and fasten covering materials to furniture frames
- Tack, glue or sew ornamental trim, braids or buttons on upholstered items
To use NOC 63221 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 63221 →
Other job titles under NOC 63221
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 63221, one of these may fit better:
- Custom wood furniture maker — NOC 72311 (Cabinetmakers, TEER 2)
- Furniture and furnishings purchaser — NOC 12102 (Procurement and purchasing agents and officers, TEER 2)
- Furniture assembler — NOC 94210 (Furniture and fixture assemblers, finishers, refinishers and inspectors, TEER 4)
- Furniture cabinetmaker — NOC 72311 (Cabinetmakers, TEER 2)
- Furniture designer — NOC 22211 (Industrial designers, TEER 2)
- Furniture finisher — NOC 94210 (Furniture and fixture assemblers, finishers, refinishers and inspectors, TEER 4)
- Furniture finishers supervisor — NOC 92022 (Supervisors, furniture and fixtures manufacturing, TEER 2)
- Furniture inspector — NOC 94210 (Furniture and fixture assemblers, finishers, refinishers and inspectors, TEER 4)
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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 furniture upholsterer?+
In NOC 2021, "furniture upholsterer" is an example title in unit group 63221 — Upholsterers. It is a TEER 3 occupation in the "Sales and service occupations" broad category.
Is furniture upholsterer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 63221 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 furniture upholsterer get extra CRS points?+
NOC 63221 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 furniture upholsterer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 63221 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 furniture upholsterer 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 63221. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.