Fishermen/women
Fishing vessel masters and fishermen/women
Immigration Eligibility
TEER 3 occupations qualify for the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC).
This occupation does not currently map to IRCC's category-based draw criteria.
Canadian employers can obtain an LMIA to hire a foreign worker for this occupation.
Many provinces have PNP streams that accept TEER 3 occupations. Alberta, BC, Ontario, and other provinces run occupation-specific draws.
Official Definition
Fishermen/women operate fishing vessels less than 100 gross tonnes to pursue and land fish and other marine life. They are usually self-employed owner-operators of fishing vessels.
TEER 3 Explained
Occupations typically requiring secondary school and/or occupation-specific training of less than 2 years. These include many service, production, and technical support roles. All are eligible for Express Entry.
Related Occupations
Other occupations in Fishing vessel masters and fishermen/women
Ready to start your Express Entry profile?
Match your NOC 83121 occupation to specific immigration programs with a Immigration Pathway Report.
Immigration Pathway Report — $149.99