ACADEMIC WORK VISA

Canada is seeking to attract new talent and expertise to degree-granting institutions in the country. Therefore, under the current regulations various Visas exist for skilled professionals seeking to teach in Canada.

Work Visas currently exist for fellows, researchers, guest lectures, visiting professors, research chairs as well as other foreign academics.

The Foreign Academics Work Visas allow applicants with the relevant work experience and education, an opportunity to come and teach in many of Canada's prestigious educational institutions.

DO I QUALIFY FOR A WORK VISA?

The Free Academic Work Visa Eligibility Assessment is designed to instantly determine if you are eligible to apply for a Canadian Work Visa. It uses criteria set by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) it is the most comprehensive and technologically advanced online Migration Assessment tool available.

ACADEMIC WORK VISA BASIC REQUIREMENTS

In order to apply for the Foreign Academics Work Visa, you must possess an offer of employment in an eligible occupation, have the required education and experience and meet additional basic visa requirements, such as security clearance.

ACADEMIC WORK VISA ENTITLEMENTS

Once your Foreign Academics Work Visa has been issued, you will be allowed to live and work in Canada between 1 to 2 years. While usually tied to your offer of employment, it may be possible to extend your Work Visa if you wish to continue working in Canada.

Although this Work Visa is meant for foreign workers who only wish to work in Canada temporarily seeking to gain Canadian experience, you may be able to claim additional points towards an application for permanent residence. In addition, you will have gained valuable Canadian work experience which will also benefit your application for permanent residence.

While in Canada on a work Visa, it may also be possible to have your permanent residence application processed in tandem, which could allow you to stay in Canada once your application has been approved.

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