C22 – Academic Exchange and Visiting Lecturers

C22 – Academic exchanges and visiting lecturers

For visiting professors, guest lecturers, and certain teachers participating in academic exchanges.

Key eligibility and conditions

• Hold an appointment/exchange letter from a Canadian educational institution.
• The role and duration must meet the requirements for the C22 stream.
• Demonstrate opportunities for reciprocal exchange and teaching proficiency.

Required documents

Invitation letter, exchange agreement, academic CV, degrees, and professional licenses if required.

Points to note

Post-doctoral positions are assessed under C44; academic awards are assessed under C52 where applicable.

LMIA exemption does not waive work permit requirements. Work permits and permanent residency are processed separately.

Support process at KeyApply

1. Submit information regarding nationality, residency status, employment, and relevant documents for assessment.
2. Determine the applicable stream, missing documentation, and scope of support.
3. Prepare the application with an RCIC or overseeing lawyer; monitor for additional requests if any.

Register for profile assessment

Select Register for profile assessment, priced at 0 CAD, to submit your request. Service fees and government fees, if applicable, are confirmed separately based on the application. You may call, email, or message via the KeyApply.com website.

Official source

IRCC – C22 Guidelines

Updated on 08/10/2026.

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