can be handled with commitment-style;

(4) For the foreign high-end talent (Class A) (1) selected for the relevant domestic talent plan; (2) meeting the internationally recognized standards for professional achievement; (3) meeting the demands for market-oriented encouraging posts; (4) recognized as innovative and entrepreneurial talents, in line with the "Classification Standard for Foreigners Working in China" , his/her highest academic certificate can be handled with commitment-style;

(5) For the foreign high-end talent, his/her proof of non-criminal record can be handled with commitment-style;

(6) For the foreign high-end talent entering into China with other visas or valid residence permit, he/she can apply for a foreigner's work permit;

(7) For the foreign high-end talent applying for the foreigner's work permit  or extension or cancellation of foreigner's work permit, the decision-making agency shall review and make a decision within 5 working days.

(8) For the foreign high-end talent applying to work in China for less than 90 days,he/her can apply for the invitation letter for inviting foreign experts to China, and other foreign experts can join him/her. After obtaining invitation letter,he/she can apply for an F-type visa allowed for multiple times’ entry & exit. No need to apply for a working residence permit one more time after he re-enter the country.

(9) For the foreign high-end talent, the foreigner's work permit with the maximum period of 5 years can be rendered .

8. Is it still necessary for a foreigner who have obtained the “Notice of Work Permit for Foreigner” to apply for an invitation letter or an invitation confirmation letter as he goes to the abroad-based embassies and consulates to apply for the visa?