《外国人来沪工作相关事项服务指南》系列 12
申办《外国高端人才确认函》Application for Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents
一、适用范围I. Scope of Application
本指南适用于中华人民共和国境内依法设立的邀请单位为外国人申请外国人才签证（以下简称“R字签证”）的《外国高端人才确认函》。This guideline applies to the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents used by legally established inviting entities within the territory of the People's Republic of China to apply for foreign talent visas (hereinafter referred to as "R visas") for foreigners.
二、适用对象II. Target Applicants
（一）邀请单位基本条件(I) Basic Conditions of the Inviting Entity1.依法设立，有实际经营场所、依法纳税、缴纳社会保险、无严重违法失信记录。1. They must be legally established, have an actual place of business, comply with tax obligations, pay social insurance, and have no serious records of legal violations or dishonesty.2.法律法规规定应由行业主管部门前置审批的，需经过批准。2. If laws or regulations require prior approval by the competent industry authority, the employer shall obtain such approval.（二）申请人基本条件(II) Basic Requirements for Applicants1.应年满18周岁，身体健康，无犯罪记录，境内有确定的邀请单位，信用记录良好。1. The applicant shall be at least 18 years old, in good health, have no criminal record, have a confirmed inviting entity within China, and maintain a good credit record.2.为国家经济社会发展需要的外国高层次人才和急需紧缺人才，符合“高精尖缺”和市场需求导向的科学家、科技领军人才、国际企业家、专门人才和高技能人才等，应当符合《外国人来华工作分类标准（试行）》《上海市外籍“高精尖”人才认定标准（试行）》外国高端人才（A类）标准条件。国家外国专家局会同外交部、公安部可根据经济社会发展需要和人才资源供求状况适时调整外国高端人才认定标准。(请参阅上海国际人才网https://www.sh-italent.com）。2. Foreign high-end talent and urgently needed specialists who meet the criteria for "Highly Educated, Professionally Competent, Cutting-Edge and Urgently Needed" talent and market demand-oriented scientists, technology leaders, international entrepreneurs, specialized professionals, and highly skilled personnel must comply with the standards for Foreign High-End Talent (Category A) as defined in the Classification Standards for Foreigners Working in China (Trial) and the Recognition Standards for Highly Educated, Professionally Competent, and Cutting-Edge Foreign Talent in Shanghai (Trial). The State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs, jointly with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Public Security, may adjust the Foreign High-End Talent recognition standards in accordance with economic and social development needs and talent supply and demand. (For details, please refer to the Shanghai International Talent: https://www.sh-italent.com)3.国家任务团队中的外籍科研人员、理工农医等重点学科应届博士毕业生等青年外籍人才，经市外专局认定后，按有关规定可直接办理《外国高端人才确认函》，最长可申请10年有效期的外国人才签证（R字）。3. Young foreign talent, including foreign researchers participating in national task teams and recent doctoral graduates in key disciplines such as science, engineering, agriculture, and medicine, may, upon recognition by the Shanghai Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs, directly apply for the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents in accordance with relevant regulations and may obtain a foreign talent visa (R visa) with a validity period of up to 10 years.4.法律法规对外国人来华工作另有规定的，从其规定。4. If laws or regulations specify other conditions for foreigners working in China, such provisions shall apply.
三、办事依据Ⅲ. Basis for Handling
1.《中华人民共和国出境入境管理法》第十六条规定：签证分为外交签证、礼遇签证、公务签证、普通签证。对因工作、学习、探亲、旅游、商务活动、人才引进等非外交、公务事由入境的外国人，签发相应类别的普通签证。普通签证的类别和签发办法由国务院规定。1. Article 16 of the Exit and Entry Administration Law of the People’s Republic of China stipulates: Visas are divided into diplomatic visas, courtesy visas, service visas, and ordinary visas.Ordinary visas shall be issued to foreigners entering China for non-diplomatic and non-official purposes such as work, study, family visits, tourism, business activities, and talent introduction.The categories and issuance methods of ordinary visas shall be prescribed by the State Council.2.《中华人民共和国外国人入境出境管理条例》第六条规定：普通签证分为以下类别，并在签证上标明相应的汉语拼音字母。R字签证，发给国家需要的外国高层次人才和急需紧缺专门人才。2. Article 6 of the Regulations of the People's Republic of China on Administration of the Entry and Exit of Foreigners stipulates:Ordinary visas are divided into the following categories, with corresponding Chinese pinyin letters indicated on the visa. R visas are issued to foreign high-level talent and urgently needed specialized personnel required by the state.第七条规定：申请R字签证，应当符合中国政府有关主管部门确定的外国高层次人才和急需紧缺专门人才的引进条件和要求，并按照规定提交相应的证明材料。Article 7 stipulates: Applicants for R visas shall meet the introduction conditions and requirements for foreign high-level talent and urgently needed specialized personnel as determined by the relevant Chinese government authorities and shall submit the corresponding supporting documents in accordance with regulations.3.国家外国专家局外交部公安部关于印发《外国人才签证制度实施办法》的通知（外专发〔2017〕218号）。3. Notice of the State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Ministry of Public Security on Issuing the Implementation Measures for the Foreign Talent Visa System (W.Z.F. [2017] No. 218).4.科技部办公厅人力资源社会保障部办公厅《关于在上海市开展外籍“高精尖缺”人才认定标准试点工作的通知》（国科办才〔2022〕178号）。4. General Office of the Ministry of Science and Technology and the General Office of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security's Notice on the Pilot Implementation of Recognition Standards for Highly Educated, Professionally Competent, Cutting-Edge and Urgently Needed Foreign Talent in Shanghai (G.K.B.C. [2022] No. 178).
四、提供材料标准Ⅳ. Requirements for Submission of Documents
1.所有纸质材料原件及中文翻译件均须以电子方式上传至外国人来华工作管理服务系统。1. All original paper documents and their Chinese translations shall be uploaded electronically to the Service System for Foreigners Working in China.2.非中文证明材料均需提供中文翻译件，并加盖邀请单位公章（护照或国际旅行证件除外）。2. Non-Chinese supporting documents shall be accompanied by Chinese translations, bearing the official seal of the inviting entity (excluding passports or international travel documents).3.申请《外国高端人才确认函》时无需提交纸质材料到受理窗口核验，全程在线申请。3. When applying for the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents, there is no need to submit paper materials to the service window for verification; the entire application process is conducted online.
五、申办程序V. Application Procedure
1.邀请单位首次使用“外国人来华工作管理服务系统”的，应先登录人力资源和社会保障部“全国人社政务服务平台（http://www.12333.gov.cn）”，在系统内进行单位账号注册。1. For first-time use of the "Foreigner Work in China Management Service System", the inviting entity shall first log in to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security's "National Human Resources and Social Security Government Service Platform" (http://www.12333.gov.cn) and register an account in the system.2.邀请单位网上填写单位信息、上传所有原件材料并提交后，无需等待系统回复，请携带单位注册信息表原件及所有邀请单位材料原件及复印件（并加盖公章），直接到受理机构进行实名制登记。审核通过后受理部门将不另行通知。2. After filling in the entity information online, uploading all original documents, and submitting the information, the inviting entity does not need to wait for a system response. It shall bring the original entity registration information form, all original documents, and copies of the inviting entity's materials (all stamped with the official seal) directly to the receiving agency for real-name registration.The receiving department will not issue a separate notification upon approval.3.邀请单位注册所需材料具体参照《外国人来华工作许可办事指南（暂行）》。用人单位或受委托的专门服务机构在线注册账号，经受理机构认证成功后方可使用该系统。3. For specific requirements on registration materials, please refer to the Guidelines for Handling the Foreigner’s Work Permit in the People’s Republic of China (Trial). The employer or the entrusted specialized service agency may only use the system after successful account registration and verification by the receiving agency.4.邀请单位打开“外国人来华工作管理服务系统”，通过“人才签证外国高端人才确认函”入口登录“外国人来华工作管理服务系统”进行申请。4. The inviting entity shall access the "Service System for Foreigners Working in China" and apply through the "Foreign High-End Talent Confirmation Letter for Talent Visa" section.5.如实填写申请人的基本信息、教育背景、工作经历、申请信息等内容，并上传所需材料原件。5. Fill in the applicant's basic information, educational background, work experience, application information, etc. truthfully, and upload the required original documents.6.上传所有材料原件后，即可提交等待受理，受理通过后，邀请单位等待受理及签发机构对受理的《外国高端人才确认函》申请进行审查。6. After uploading all original documents, submit the application and wait for acceptance. Once accepted, the inviting entity shall wait for the receiving and issuing agencies to review the application for the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents.
六、所需材料Ⅵ. Required Documents
1.外国高端人才确认函申请表：在线填写打印，申请人签字（复印或传真件）后，加盖邀请单位公章或经单位授权部门公章上传至系统。1. Application Form for the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents: To be completed and printed online. The applicant must sign the form (a copy or fax is acceptable), which must then be stamped with the official seal of the inviting entity or the seal of the authorized department within the employer's organization, and uploaded to the system.2.国内单位邀请函件：由邀请单位出具，加盖邀请单位公章或经单位授权部门公章上传至系统。2. Invitation Letter from the Domestic Entity: Issued by the inviting entity, stamped with the official seal of the inviting entity or the authorized department seal within the inviting entity, and uploaded to the system.3.符合R字签证人才认定标准需提供符合《外国人来华工作分类标准(试行）》《上海市外籍“高精尖”人才认定标准（试行）》外国高端人才（A类）的相关证明材料：3. Applicants who meet the recognition standards for R visa talent shall provide supporting documents in accordance with the standards for Foreign High-End Talent (Category A) as defined in theClassification Standards for Foreigners Working in China (Trial) and the Recognition Standards for Highly Educated, Professionally Competent, and Cutting-Edge Foreign Talent in Shanghai (Trial), as follows:①入选国内相关人才计划的：入选国内人才引进计划应提交有关证书、证明或含入选者的证明文件（发文名单）；① For those selected under domestic talent introduction programs: Relevant certificates, supporting documents, or official documents (including the list of selected individuals) shall be provided.②符合国际公认的专业成就认定标准的：符合国际公认的专业成就认定标准的应提交相关对应性奖励、奖项证书或证明材料；② For those meeting internationally recognized standards of professional achievement: Corresponding awards, certificates, or supporting documents shall be provided.③符合市场导向的鼓励类岗位需求的外国人才：符合市场导向的鼓励类岗位需求的外国人才应提交企业资质证明、组织架构图、劳动合同或聘书相关证明材料（详见《外国人来华工作许可办事指南（暂行）》）及人才的证明材料，如外籍人才曾在华相关单位工作的工作资历证明或相关单位拟邀请外籍人才提供企业管理或技术支持；③ For foreign talent meeting market-oriented encouraged position requirements: Enterprise qualification certificates, organizational structure charts, labor contracts or letters of appointment, and other supporting materials shall be provided (referring to the Guidelines for Handling the Foreigner’s Work Permit in the People’s Republic of China (Trial) for details), as well as proof of the foreign talent's qualifications, such as work experience certificates from relevant entities in China or materials showing that the foreign talent is being invited to provide enterprise management or technical support.④创新创业人才：创新创业人才应提交12个月内出具的企业验资报告（注册资金实缴）等投资证明和人才拥有重大技术发明、专利等自主知识产权或专有技术的有关证明材料；④ For innovation and entrepreneurship talent: Investment certificates, such as a capital verification report (paid-in capital) issued within the past 12 months, and proof of significant technological inventions, patents, proprietary intellectual property rights, or proprietary technologies shall be provided.⑤优秀青年人才：优秀青年人才应提供最高学位（学历）证书及认证材料，涉及有学校排名要求的需提供学校所在榜单证明材料，优秀毕业生需提供相应成绩证明材料；⑤ For outstanding young talent: The highest academic degree (qualification) certificate and authentication documents shall be provided. If there are requirements regarding the university ranking, proof of the university's ranking shall also be submitted. Outstanding graduates shall provide corresponding academic performance certificates.⑥计点积分在85分及以上的，提供相对应的积分证明材料。⑥ For applicants with a point-based score of 85 points or above: Corresponding point-based score proof materials shall be provided.4.申请人护照或国际旅行证件：护照或国际旅行证件信息页。护照有效期不得少于6个月。4. Applicant's Passport or International Travel Document: Information page of the passport or international travel document. The passport must have a remaining validity of no less than six months.5.申请人6个月内正面免冠照片：近期免冠电子照片，白色背景，无边框，面部特征完整，图像清晰，无斑点、瑕疵、印墨缺陷。不建议戴帽子或头巾等饰物，如因宗教原因不得不戴，应确保其不遮挡申请人整个面部。5. Applicant's Front-Facing Bareheaded Photo Taken Within the Last Six Months: A recent electronic photo with a white background, no border, full facial features visible, clear image, and free of spots, blemishes, or ink defects. Wearing hats or headscarves is not recommended. If required for religious reasons, the accessory must not cover the applicant's full face.6.其他材料：受理机构或签发机构根据需要要求进行补充提供的材料。6. Other Documents: Additional documents as required by the receiving or issuing authority based on specific needs.
七、注意事项Ⅶ. Important Notes
1.计点积分在85分及以上的申请人应提供最高学位（学历）证书、职业资格证明、汉语水平能力（中国汉语水平考试HSK证书）、聘用合同（派遣函）、来华工作年薪的收入证明以及工作资历证明等材料。1. Applicants with a point-based score of 85 points or above shall provide materials such as the highest academic degree (qualification) certificate, professional qualification certificates, Chinese language proficiency certificate (HSK certificate), employment contract (dispatch letter), income proof of annual salary for work in China, and proof of work experience.2.计点积分涉及地方鼓励性加分项指符合本市经济社会发展需求紧缺特殊人才，经上级主管部门或行业主管部门认定的行业协会出具推荐函，可给予计点积分最高10分的额外加分。主要包括：外资研发中心确有需要邀请的其他外籍人员；中央所属企业及其二级子公司、世界500强企业全球或地区总部、国家高新技术企业、经国家认定的企业工程研究中心、工程实验室、工程技术研究中心、企业技术中心以及地方技术创新服务平台等确有需要邀请的其他外籍人员；经区级人才主管部门推荐的创新创业人才；有其他特殊专长并为上海紧缺急需的特殊人才。2. Additional points under the point-based system for local incentive items refer to urgently needed and specialized talent in line with the city’s economic and social development needs, recommended by relevant industry associations recognized by higher-level authorities or competent industry authorities. Up to 10 additional points may be granted. The main categories include: Other foreign personnel urgently needed by foreign-funded research and development centers; Other foreign personnel urgently needed by centrally administered enterprises and their second-level subsidiaries, Global or Regional Headquarters of Fortune 500 companies, National High-Tech Enterprises, Nationally Recognized Enterprise Engineering Research Centers, Engineering Laboratories, Engineering Technology Research Centers, Enterprise Technology Centers, and Local Technology Innovation Service Platforms; Innovation and entrepreneurship talent recommended by district-level talent authorities; Other foreign talent with special expertise urgently needed in Shanghai.3.持R字签证入境在华工作的外国人，应当由用人单位向外国人工作管理部门按照“外国人来华工作许可”政策的要求申请《外国人来华工作许可》。3. Foreigners entering China with an R visa for work must have their employer apply for a Foreigner's Work Permit in accordance with correspondingpolicies through the foreigner work management authority.4.受理机构或决定机构认为中文翻译件内容意思与原件严重不符的，可要求用人单位重新提供。4. If the accepting or decision-making authority determines that the content of the Chinese translation seriously deviates from the meaning of the original document, the employer may be required to re-submit the translation.5.网上决定通过后邀请单位自行打印在线生成的《外国高端人才确认函》。5. After the online decision is approved, the inviting entity shall print the automatically generated the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents.6.外国人来华工作许可的相关政策、办事指南及部分表格和承诺书样张，请参阅上海国际人才网（https://www.sh-italent.com）。6. For relevant policies, service guidelines, and some sample forms and commitment letter templates related to the Foreigner’s Work Permit in the People’s Republic of China, please refer to the Shanghai International Talent platform (https://www.sh-italent.com).7.用人单位和外国人应确保提交承诺内容的真实性，并积极配合做好各审批机关约谈及事中事后监管的核验工作。对提供虚假承诺的，审批机关有权依法取消行政决定，并暂缓用人单位、代办机构及外国人办理《外国人来华工作许可》业务，涉及违法违规的依法处理。7. The employer and the foreigner shall ensure the authenticity of the commitments submitted and actively cooperate with verification work conducted by the approval authorities during interviews and ongoing and ex post regulatory inspections. If false commitments are provided, the approval authority has the right to cancel the administrative decision in accordance with the law and suspend the employer, agency, and foreigner from applying for the Foreigner’s Work Permit in the People’s Republic of China. Violations of laws and regulations will be dealt with in accordance with the law.
八、审批期限Ⅷ. Approval Timeframe
一、适用范围I. Scope of Application
本指南适用于中华人民共和国境内依法设立的邀请单位为外国人申请外国人才签证（以下简称“R字签证”）的《外国高端人才确认函》。This guideline applies to the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents used by legally established inviting entities within the territory of the People's Republic of China to apply for foreign talent visas (hereinafter referred to as "R visas") for foreigners.
二、适用对象II. Target Applicants
（一）邀请单位基本条件(I) Basic Conditions of the Inviting Entity1.依法设立，有实际经营场所、依法纳税、缴纳社会保险、无严重违法失信记录。1. They must be legally established, have an actual place of business, comply with tax obligations, pay social insurance, and have no serious records of legal violations or dishonesty.2.法律法规规定应由行业主管部门前置审批的，需经过批准。2. If laws or regulations require prior approval by the competent industry authority, the employer shall obtain such approval.（二）申请人基本条件(II) Basic Requirements for Applicants1.应年满18周岁，身体健康，无犯罪记录，境内有确定的邀请单位，信用记录良好。1. The applicant shall be at least 18 years old, in good health, have no criminal record, have a confirmed inviting entity within China, and maintain a good credit record.2.为国家经济社会发展需要的外国高层次人才和急需紧缺人才，符合“高精尖缺”和市场需求导向的科学家、科技领军人才、国际企业家、专门人才和高技能人才等，应当符合《外国人来华工作分类标准（试行）》《上海市外籍“高精尖”人才认定标准（试行）》外国高端人才（A类）标准条件。国家外国专家局会同外交部、公安部可根据经济社会发展需要和人才资源供求状况适时调整外国高端人才认定标准。(请参阅上海国际人才网https://www.sh-italent.com）。2. Foreign high-end talent and urgently needed specialists who meet the criteria for "Highly Educated, Professionally Competent, Cutting-Edge and Urgently Needed" talent and market demand-oriented scientists, technology leaders, international entrepreneurs, specialized professionals, and highly skilled personnel must comply with the standards for Foreign High-End Talent (Category A) as defined in the Classification Standards for Foreigners Working in China (Trial) and the Recognition Standards for Highly Educated, Professionally Competent, and Cutting-Edge Foreign Talent in Shanghai (Trial). The State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs, jointly with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Public Security, may adjust the Foreign High-End Talent recognition standards in accordance with economic and social development needs and talent supply and demand. (For details, please refer to the Shanghai International Talent: https://www.sh-italent.com)3.国家任务团队中的外籍科研人员、理工农医等重点学科应届博士毕业生等青年外籍人才，经市外专局认定后，按有关规定可直接办理《外国高端人才确认函》，最长可申请10年有效期的外国人才签证（R字）。3. Young foreign talent, including foreign researchers participating in national task teams and recent doctoral graduates in key disciplines such as science, engineering, agriculture, and medicine, may, upon recognition by the Shanghai Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs, directly apply for the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents in accordance with relevant regulations and may obtain a foreign talent visa (R visa) with a validity period of up to 10 years.4.法律法规对外国人来华工作另有规定的，从其规定。4. If laws or regulations specify other conditions for foreigners working in China, such provisions shall apply.
三、办事依据Ⅲ. Basis for Handling
1.《中华人民共和国出境入境管理法》第十六条规定：签证分为外交签证、礼遇签证、公务签证、普通签证。对因工作、学习、探亲、旅游、商务活动、人才引进等非外交、公务事由入境的外国人，签发相应类别的普通签证。普通签证的类别和签发办法由国务院规定。1. Article 16 of the Exit and Entry Administration Law of the People’s Republic of China stipulates: Visas are divided into diplomatic visas, courtesy visas, service visas, and ordinary visas.Ordinary visas shall be issued to foreigners entering China for non-diplomatic and non-official purposes such as work, study, family visits, tourism, business activities, and talent introduction.The categories and issuance methods of ordinary visas shall be prescribed by the State Council.2.《中华人民共和国外国人入境出境管理条例》第六条规定：普通签证分为以下类别，并在签证上标明相应的汉语拼音字母。R字签证，发给国家需要的外国高层次人才和急需紧缺专门人才。2. Article 6 of the Regulations of the People's Republic of China on Administration of the Entry and Exit of Foreigners stipulates:Ordinary visas are divided into the following categories, with corresponding Chinese pinyin letters indicated on the visa. R visas are issued to foreign high-level talent and urgently needed specialized personnel required by the state.第七条规定：申请R字签证，应当符合中国政府有关主管部门确定的外国高层次人才和急需紧缺专门人才的引进条件和要求，并按照规定提交相应的证明材料。Article 7 stipulates: Applicants for R visas shall meet the introduction conditions and requirements for foreign high-level talent and urgently needed specialized personnel as determined by the relevant Chinese government authorities and shall submit the corresponding supporting documents in accordance with regulations.3.国家外国专家局外交部公安部关于印发《外国人才签证制度实施办法》的通知（外专发〔2017〕218号）。3. Notice of the State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Ministry of Public Security on Issuing the Implementation Measures for the Foreign Talent Visa System (W.Z.F. [2017] No. 218).4.科技部办公厅人力资源社会保障部办公厅《关于在上海市开展外籍“高精尖缺”人才认定标准试点工作的通知》（国科办才〔2022〕178号）。4. General Office of the Ministry of Science and Technology and the General Office of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security's Notice on the Pilot Implementation of Recognition Standards for Highly Educated, Professionally Competent, Cutting-Edge and Urgently Needed Foreign Talent in Shanghai (G.K.B.C. [2022] No. 178).
四、提供材料标准Ⅳ. Requirements for Submission of Documents
1.所有纸质材料原件及中文翻译件均须以电子方式上传至外国人来华工作管理服务系统。1. All original paper documents and their Chinese translations shall be uploaded electronically to the Service System for Foreigners Working in China.2.非中文证明材料均需提供中文翻译件，并加盖邀请单位公章（护照或国际旅行证件除外）。2. Non-Chinese supporting documents shall be accompanied by Chinese translations, bearing the official seal of the inviting entity (excluding passports or international travel documents).3.申请《外国高端人才确认函》时无需提交纸质材料到受理窗口核验，全程在线申请。3. When applying for the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents, there is no need to submit paper materials to the service window for verification; the entire application process is conducted online.
五、申办程序V. Application Procedure
1.邀请单位首次使用“外国人来华工作管理服务系统”的，应先登录人力资源和社会保障部“全国人社政务服务平台（http://www.12333.gov.cn）”，在系统内进行单位账号注册。1. For first-time use of the "Foreigner Work in China Management Service System", the inviting entity shall first log in to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security's "National Human Resources and Social Security Government Service Platform" (http://www.12333.gov.cn) and register an account in the system.2.邀请单位网上填写单位信息、上传所有原件材料并提交后，无需等待系统回复，请携带单位注册信息表原件及所有邀请单位材料原件及复印件（并加盖公章），直接到受理机构进行实名制登记。审核通过后受理部门将不另行通知。2. After filling in the entity information online, uploading all original documents, and submitting the information, the inviting entity does not need to wait for a system response. It shall bring the original entity registration information form, all original documents, and copies of the inviting entity's materials (all stamped with the official seal) directly to the receiving agency for real-name registration.The receiving department will not issue a separate notification upon approval.3.邀请单位注册所需材料具体参照《外国人来华工作许可办事指南（暂行）》。用人单位或受委托的专门服务机构在线注册账号，经受理机构认证成功后方可使用该系统。3. For specific requirements on registration materials, please refer to the Guidelines for Handling the Foreigner’s Work Permit in the People’s Republic of China (Trial). The employer or the entrusted specialized service agency may only use the system after successful account registration and verification by the receiving agency.4.邀请单位打开“外国人来华工作管理服务系统”，通过“人才签证外国高端人才确认函”入口登录“外国人来华工作管理服务系统”进行申请。4. The inviting entity shall access the "Service System for Foreigners Working in China" and apply through the "Foreign High-End Talent Confirmation Letter for Talent Visa" section.5.如实填写申请人的基本信息、教育背景、工作经历、申请信息等内容，并上传所需材料原件。5. Fill in the applicant's basic information, educational background, work experience, application information, etc. truthfully, and upload the required original documents.6.上传所有材料原件后，即可提交等待受理，受理通过后，邀请单位等待受理及签发机构对受理的《外国高端人才确认函》申请进行审查。6. After uploading all original documents, submit the application and wait for acceptance. Once accepted, the inviting entity shall wait for the receiving and issuing agencies to review the application for the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents.
六、所需材料Ⅵ. Required Documents
1.外国高端人才确认函申请表：在线填写打印，申请人签字（复印或传真件）后，加盖邀请单位公章或经单位授权部门公章上传至系统。1. Application Form for the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents: To be completed and printed online. The applicant must sign the form (a copy or fax is acceptable), which must then be stamped with the official seal of the inviting entity or the seal of the authorized department within the employer's organization, and uploaded to the system.2.国内单位邀请函件：由邀请单位出具，加盖邀请单位公章或经单位授权部门公章上传至系统。2. Invitation Letter from the Domestic Entity: Issued by the inviting entity, stamped with the official seal of the inviting entity or the authorized department seal within the inviting entity, and uploaded to the system.3.符合R字签证人才认定标准需提供符合《外国人来华工作分类标准(试行）》《上海市外籍“高精尖”人才认定标准（试行）》外国高端人才（A类）的相关证明材料：3. Applicants who meet the recognition standards for R visa talent shall provide supporting documents in accordance with the standards for Foreign High-End Talent (Category A) as defined in theClassification Standards for Foreigners Working in China (Trial) and the Recognition Standards for Highly Educated, Professionally Competent, and Cutting-Edge Foreign Talent in Shanghai (Trial), as follows:①入选国内相关人才计划的：入选国内人才引进计划应提交有关证书、证明或含入选者的证明文件（发文名单）；① For those selected under domestic talent introduction programs: Relevant certificates, supporting documents, or official documents (including the list of selected individuals) shall be provided.②符合国际公认的专业成就认定标准的：符合国际公认的专业成就认定标准的应提交相关对应性奖励、奖项证书或证明材料；② For those meeting internationally recognized standards of professional achievement: Corresponding awards, certificates, or supporting documents shall be provided.③符合市场导向的鼓励类岗位需求的外国人才：符合市场导向的鼓励类岗位需求的外国人才应提交企业资质证明、组织架构图、劳动合同或聘书相关证明材料（详见《外国人来华工作许可办事指南（暂行）》）及人才的证明材料，如外籍人才曾在华相关单位工作的工作资历证明或相关单位拟邀请外籍人才提供企业管理或技术支持；③ For foreign talent meeting market-oriented encouraged position requirements: Enterprise qualification certificates, organizational structure charts, labor contracts or letters of appointment, and other supporting materials shall be provided (referring to the Guidelines for Handling the Foreigner’s Work Permit in the People’s Republic of China (Trial) for details), as well as proof of the foreign talent's qualifications, such as work experience certificates from relevant entities in China or materials showing that the foreign talent is being invited to provide enterprise management or technical support.④创新创业人才：创新创业人才应提交12个月内出具的企业验资报告（注册资金实缴）等投资证明和人才拥有重大技术发明、专利等自主知识产权或专有技术的有关证明材料；④ For innovation and entrepreneurship talent: Investment certificates, such as a capital verification report (paid-in capital) issued within the past 12 months, and proof of significant technological inventions, patents, proprietary intellectual property rights, or proprietary technologies shall be provided.⑤优秀青年人才：优秀青年人才应提供最高学位（学历）证书及认证材料，涉及有学校排名要求的需提供学校所在榜单证明材料，优秀毕业生需提供相应成绩证明材料；⑤ For outstanding young talent: The highest academic degree (qualification) certificate and authentication documents shall be provided. If there are requirements regarding the university ranking, proof of the university's ranking shall also be submitted. Outstanding graduates shall provide corresponding academic performance certificates.⑥计点积分在85分及以上的，提供相对应的积分证明材料。⑥ For applicants with a point-based score of 85 points or above: Corresponding point-based score proof materials shall be provided.4.申请人护照或国际旅行证件：护照或国际旅行证件信息页。护照有效期不得少于6个月。4. Applicant's Passport or International Travel Document: Information page of the passport or international travel document. The passport must have a remaining validity of no less than six months.5.申请人6个月内正面免冠照片：近期免冠电子照片，白色背景，无边框，面部特征完整，图像清晰，无斑点、瑕疵、印墨缺陷。不建议戴帽子或头巾等饰物，如因宗教原因不得不戴，应确保其不遮挡申请人整个面部。5. Applicant's Front-Facing Bareheaded Photo Taken Within the Last Six Months: A recent electronic photo with a white background, no border, full facial features visible, clear image, and free of spots, blemishes, or ink defects. Wearing hats or headscarves is not recommended. If required for religious reasons, the accessory must not cover the applicant's full face.6.其他材料：受理机构或签发机构根据需要要求进行补充提供的材料。6. Other Documents: Additional documents as required by the receiving or issuing authority based on specific needs.
七、注意事项Ⅶ. Important Notes
1.计点积分在85分及以上的申请人应提供最高学位（学历）证书、职业资格证明、汉语水平能力（中国汉语水平考试HSK证书）、聘用合同（派遣函）、来华工作年薪的收入证明以及工作资历证明等材料。1. Applicants with a point-based score of 85 points or above shall provide materials such as the highest academic degree (qualification) certificate, professional qualification certificates, Chinese language proficiency certificate (HSK certificate), employment contract (dispatch letter), income proof of annual salary for work in China, and proof of work experience.2.计点积分涉及地方鼓励性加分项指符合本市经济社会发展需求紧缺特殊人才，经上级主管部门或行业主管部门认定的行业协会出具推荐函，可给予计点积分最高10分的额外加分。主要包括：外资研发中心确有需要邀请的其他外籍人员；中央所属企业及其二级子公司、世界500强企业全球或地区总部、国家高新技术企业、经国家认定的企业工程研究中心、工程实验室、工程技术研究中心、企业技术中心以及地方技术创新服务平台等确有需要邀请的其他外籍人员；经区级人才主管部门推荐的创新创业人才；有其他特殊专长并为上海紧缺急需的特殊人才。2. Additional points under the point-based system for local incentive items refer to urgently needed and specialized talent in line with the city’s economic and social development needs, recommended by relevant industry associations recognized by higher-level authorities or competent industry authorities. Up to 10 additional points may be granted. The main categories include: Other foreign personnel urgently needed by foreign-funded research and development centers; Other foreign personnel urgently needed by centrally administered enterprises and their second-level subsidiaries, Global or Regional Headquarters of Fortune 500 companies, National High-Tech Enterprises, Nationally Recognized Enterprise Engineering Research Centers, Engineering Laboratories, Engineering Technology Research Centers, Enterprise Technology Centers, and Local Technology Innovation Service Platforms; Innovation and entrepreneurship talent recommended by district-level talent authorities; Other foreign talent with special expertise urgently needed in Shanghai.3.持R字签证入境在华工作的外国人，应当由用人单位向外国人工作管理部门按照“外国人来华工作许可”政策的要求申请《外国人来华工作许可》。3. Foreigners entering China with an R visa for work must have their employer apply for a Foreigner's Work Permit in accordance with correspondingpolicies through the foreigner work management authority.4.受理机构或决定机构认为中文翻译件内容意思与原件严重不符的，可要求用人单位重新提供。4. If the accepting or decision-making authority determines that the content of the Chinese translation seriously deviates from the meaning of the original document, the employer may be required to re-submit the translation.5.网上决定通过后邀请单位自行打印在线生成的《外国高端人才确认函》。5. After the online decision is approved, the inviting entity shall print the automatically generated the Confirmation Letter for High Level Foreign Talents.6.外国人来华工作许可的相关政策、办事指南及部分表格和承诺书样张，请参阅上海国际人才网（https://www.sh-italent.com）。6. For relevant policies, service guidelines, and some sample forms and commitment letter templates related to the Foreigner’s Work Permit in the People’s Republic of China, please refer to the Shanghai International Talent platform (https://www.sh-italent.com).7.用人单位和外国人应确保提交承诺内容的真实性，并积极配合做好各审批机关约谈及事中事后监管的核验工作。对提供虚假承诺的，审批机关有权依法取消行政决定，并暂缓用人单位、代办机构及外国人办理《外国人来华工作许可》业务，涉及违法违规的依法处理。7. The employer and the foreigner shall ensure the authenticity of the commitments submitted and actively cooperate with verification work conducted by the approval authorities during interviews and ongoing and ex post regulatory inspections. If false commitments are provided, the approval authority has the right to cancel the administrative decision in accordance with the law and suspend the employer, agency, and foreigner from applying for the Foreigner’s Work Permit in the People’s Republic of China. Violations of laws and regulations will be dealt with in accordance with the law.
八、审批期限Ⅷ. Approval Timeframe
受理期限：1个工作日（以提交完整并符合要求的材料为准）。Acceptance period: One working day (based on the complete and compliant documents submitted).审查期限：5个工作日（以网上受理材料为准）。Review period: five working days (based on the documents accepted online).遇特殊情况需延长期限的，许可受理机构或决定机构将酌情处理。In special circumstances where an extension of the review period is required, the accepting or decision-making authority will handle the matter at its discretion.
