Mayor NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for mayor.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for mayor is 00010 (Legislators), 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
00010
TEER 0 · skilled
High-wage
Level 3
+20 work · 50 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 00010 covers
Legislators participate in the activities of a federal, provincial, territorial or local government legislative body or executive council, band council or school board as elected or appointed members.
| Unit group | 00010 — Legislators |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 0 — management occupations |
| Broad category | Legislative and senior management occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Enact, amend or repeal laws and regulations
- Participate in developing or amending government policies, programs or procedures
- Represent their government at local, national and international meetings and conferences
- Respond to matters of concern to constituents or the general public
- May serve as minister responsible for a government department or agency and direct senior government managers and officials in the implementation of government policy and the management of that department or agency.
To use NOC 00010 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 00010 →
Other job titles under NOC 00010
- Cabinet minister
- City councillor
- First Nations band chief
- Governor general
- Lieutenant-governor
- Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA)
- Member of Parliament (MP)
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 mayor?+
In NOC 2021, "mayor" is an example title in unit group 00010 — Legislators. It is a TEER 0 occupation in the "Legislative and senior management occupations" broad category.
Is mayor eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 00010 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 mayor get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 00010 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 mayor get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 00010 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 mayor 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 00010. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.