Resources for Departments

The International Student and Scholar Office (ISSO) helps UNC Charlotte departments hosting international faculty and scholars by providing assistance in choosing the appropriate immigration classification, information about the obligations of the sponsor, visa request forms, and a variety of additional information.

Departments are encouraged to review the links below and to contact ISSO for guidance and assistance throughout the process of sponsoring international faculty and scholars.

• Invite a Guest Lecturer
• Invite an International Visitor
• Recruit and Hire International Employees
• See a list of visa types and descriptions
• Sponsor a Permanent Resident
• Notify the ISSO of Any Changes of Employment
• UNC Charlotte Employment-Based Immigration Sponsorship Guidance