Letter of Professional Standing

A Letter of Professional Standing (LOPS) is a formal document issued by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) confirming that a teacher is registered, licensed, and in good standing with the Council. Regulatory bodies, employers, and academic institutions in other jurisdictions commonly request this document as part of their onboarding or accreditation checks.

Who it is for

• Teachers relocating abroad who need to demonstrate their standing to a foreign registration authority or employer.
• Teachers applying to postgraduate programmes that require proof of professional registration.
• Employers and institutions within Nigeria requesting formal verification of a teacher\u2019s status.

What the letter contains

• Full name as recorded in the TRCN register
• TRCN registration number and current licence class
• Registration and licence validity dates
• A statement of good standing (no active disciplinary issues)
• Signature and seal of the authorising officer

How to request

Serving teachers may request a LOPS directly from the teacher portal. The request is processed after payment of the statutory fee; delivery is by secure email or postal collection at the TRCN headquarters.

Sign in to request a LOPS — contact TRCN for institutional requests or enquiries about letters issued for teachers who are no longer active on the register.

Turnaround

Standard processing is within five (5) working days of payment confirmation. Expedited processing is available at an additional fee for verified urgent cases.