Insurance underwriter NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for insurance underwriter.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for insurance underwriter is 12202 (Insurance underwriters), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
12202
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 12202 covers
Insurance underwriters review and evaluate insurance applications to determine insurance risks, insurance premiums and extent of insurance coverage according to company policies. They are employed at head and branch offices of insurance companies.
| Unit group | 12202 — Insurance underwriters |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Business, finance and administration occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Review individual and group applications for automobile, fire, health, liability, life, property, marine, aircraft and other insurance
- Evaluate new and renewal applications to determine insurance risks, insurance premiums, extent of insurance coverage and other conditions of the insurance contract using medical reports, rate tables and other documents and reference materials; adjust premiums, coverage or risk itself to make acceptance of new and renewal applications possible
- Approve sale of insurance policies and ensure compliance with government regulations
- Provide recommendations on individual or group insurance plan designs
- Provide underwriting advice and answer inquiries from clients and from insurance agents, consultants and other company personnel
- Prepare underwriting reports and update insurance forms when necessary.
To use NOC 12202 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 12202 →
Other job titles under NOC 12202
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 12202, one of these may fit better:
- Employment insurance agent — NOC 12104 (Employment insurance and revenue officers, TEER 2)
- Financial underwriter — NOC 11109 (Other financial officers, TEER 1)
- Insurance actuary — NOC 21210 (Mathematicians, statisticians and actuaries, TEER 1)
- Insurance adjuster — NOC 12201 (Insurance adjusters and claims examiners, TEER 2)
- Insurance agent — NOC 63100 (Insurance agents and brokers, TEER 3)
- Insurance broker — NOC 63100 (Insurance agents and brokers, TEER 3)
- Insurance claims service manager — NOC 10020 (Insurance, real estate and financial brokerage managers, TEER 0)
- Insurance loss prevention inspector — NOC 22231 (Engineering inspectors and regulatory officers, TEER 2)
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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 insurance underwriter?+
In NOC 2021, "insurance underwriter" is an example title in unit group 12202 — Insurance underwriters. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Business, finance and administration occupations" broad category.
Is insurance underwriter eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 12202 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 insurance underwriter get extra CRS points?+
NOC 12202 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 insurance underwriter get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 12202 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 insurance underwriter 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 12202. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.