NOC 64320: Tour and travel guides
Tour and travel guides escort individuals and groups on trips, on sightseeing tours of cities and on tours of historical sites and establishments such as famous buildings, manufacturing plants, cathedrals and theme parks. They also provide descriptions and background information on interesting features. They are employed by tour operators, resorts and other establishments or may be self-employed.
Official Main Duties for NOC 64320
Select the duties you perform in your actual job. Under IRCC guidelines, you must perform at least 60% of these duties for a successful work permit or PR reference letter.
Your employer reference letter must confirm you performed the main actions described in the duties above. Avoid copying words directly from the NOC description — officers expect natural job descriptions with specific company context.
Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 64320
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Tour and travel guides is categorized under TEER 4. Occupations in this tier typically require secondary school graduation or job-specific on-the-job training.
Express Entry Alignment
Classified under TEER 4, meaning this occupation does not qualify for direct Express Entry general pools. Candidates should focus on employer-driven Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) or federal pilot pathways.
Target Category Status
Currently evaluated under standard General and CEC invitation rounds, or targeted through provincial in-demand lists such as Ontario (OINP), British Columbia (BC PNP), or Alberta (AAIP).
NOC 2016 to NOC 2021 Transition & Equivalency
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, this occupation was mapped under the following 4-digit code(s). When preparing your Express Entry profile or work reference letters, you must use the new 5-digit code NOC 64320.
Regional Wages Across Canada
Under Canadian immigration law, an employer hiring you under an LMIA must pay you at least the median wage listed below for your province.
| Province / Territory | Low Wage | Median Wage | High Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada (National Average) | $16.25 | $20/hr | $27 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador → | $16/hr | $19.58/hr | $25/hr |
| Nova Scotia → | $16.5/hr | $18.4/hr | $24/hr |
| Quebec → | $16.5/hr | $19.11/hr | $25/hr |
| Ontario → | $17.6/hr | $18/hr | $22.29/hr |
| Alberta → | $17/hr | $20.5/hr | $25/hr |
| British Columbia → | $18/hr | $22/hr | $31/hr |
🏙️Top Metropolitan Cities Wage Rates (ESDC 2025/2026)
Economic Region BenchmarksOfficial ESDC prevailing median wages across major Canadian metropolitan regions. Crucial for LMIA prevailing wage compliance and local job offer evaluations.
Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- On-the-job training is provided.
- Knowledge of both official languages or an additional language may be required for some positions in this group.
Official Job Titles for NOC 64320
22 Titles ListedIf your current job title matches any of these official examples, this NOC code is likely the right choice for your Express Entry reference letter:
Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
Check this list to make sure your actual job is not classified under one of these related codes:
- Historical interpreter (See 53100 Registrars, restorers, interpreters and other occupations related to museum and art galleries)View NOC 53100→
- Museum interpreter (See 53100 Registrars, restorers, interpreters and other occupations related to museum and art galleries)View NOC 53100→
- Outdoor sport and recreational guides (See 64322 Outdoor sport and recreational guides)View NOC 64322→
- Tour operator (See 60040 Managers in customer and personal services)View NOC 60040→
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 64320 (Tour and travel guides)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
Check Your Express Entry Score & Latest Cutoffs
Calculate your exact Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score for NOC 64320, explore your TEER 4 immigration pathways, and check recent draw cutoffs.