Immigrate to Canada as a Truck Driver
Transport truck drivers (NOC 73300) are TEER 3 and have been targeted by transport category Express Entry draws, with provincial streams and LMIA work permits also available.
Transport truck drivers fall under NOC 73300 (TEER 3). TEER 3 occupations are not eligible for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, so the realistic routes are the Canadian Experience Class after Canadian work, transport category-based draws where included, provincial nominee streams, or an LMIA-supported work permit that later leads to permanent residence.
Key facts
| NOC code | 73300 Transport truck drivers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 3 — not FSW-eligible |
| Main routes | LMIA work permit, PNP streams, CEC after Canadian experience |
| Licensing | Provincial commercial licence (e.g. AZ in Ontario) required |
| Category draws | Transport occupations have appeared in category draws — verify current list |
Who may qualify?
- Experienced long-haul drivers with a clean record
- Drivers with a Canadian employer willing to support an LMIA
- Drivers already working in Canada applying under CEC
- Applicants targeting a province with a driver-specific stream
Eligibility requirements
- Documented driving experience matching NOC 73300 duties
- Approved language test results — usually CLB 5 or higher depending on the route
- A valid licence, convertible to a provincial commercial class
- Employer support where the route requires it
How it works: step by step
- 1
Secure a genuine employer
Most driver routes are employer-driven; never pay for a job offer.
- 2
Confirm licence conversion
Requirements to convert to an AZ or equivalent differ by province.
- 3
Work permit first, PR second
Canadian driving experience opens the Canadian Experience Class.
Expert insight
The realistic sequence for most drivers is employer offer, LMIA, work permit, then permanent residence through Canadian experience or nomination. Any plan that skips the employer step is usually not viable.
Alternative pathways
Frequently asked questions
Immigration programs, fees and processing times change frequently. This page is general information, not immigration advice. Verify current requirements with official Government of Canada sources or speak with our RCIC.