Guest-house operator NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for guest-house operator.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for guest-house operator is 60031 (Accommodation service managers), a TEER 0 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 3): +20 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 50 for a job offer.
NOC code
60031
TEER 0 · skilled
High-wage
Level 3
+20 work · 50 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 60031 covers
Accommodation service managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of an accommodation establishment or of a department within such an establishment. They are employed by hotels, motels, resorts, student residences and other accommodation establishments, or they may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 60031 — Accommodation service managers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 0 — management occupations |
| Broad category | Sales and service occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Develop, implement and evaluate policies and procedures for the operation of the department or establishment
- Prepare budgets and monitor revenues and expenses
- Participate in the development of pricing and promotional strategies
- Negotiate with suppliers for the provision of materials and supplies
- Negotiate with clients for the use of facilities for conventions, banquets, receptions and other functions
- Recruit and supervise staff, oversee training and set work schedules
To use NOC 60031 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 60031 →
Other job titles under NOC 60031
- Bed and breakfast operator
- Hotel assistant manager
- Hotel director
- Hotel manager
- Motel manager
- Reservations manager
- Front desk manager - accommodation services
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 60031, one of these may fit better:
- Hotel guest services attendant — NOC 65210 (Support occupations in accommodation, travel and facilities set-up services, TEER 5)
- House cleaner — NOC 65310 (Light duty cleaners, TEER 5)
- House detective — NOC 64410 (Security guards and related security service occupations, TEER 4)
Calculate your CRS score → · All job titles A–Z · High-wage list
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 guest-house operator?+
In NOC 2021, "guest-house operator" is an example title in unit group 60031 — Accommodation service managers. It is a TEER 0 occupation in the "Sales and service occupations" broad category.
Is guest-house operator eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 60031 is TEER 0, 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 guest-house operator get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 60031 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 3. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 20 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 50 (whichever is higher).
Can a guest-house operator get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 60031 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 guest-house operator 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 60031. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.