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Study in Malaysia

Malaysia has become one of the top choices for international students from East Asia, South Asia, and other neighboring countries to further their studies.

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Here are 6 main reasons to study in Malaysia:

1. World-class universities
2. Multicultural society
3. Affordability
4. Dynamic lifestyle
5. Strategic location
6. English is widely spoken

The official government website for information on studying in Malaysia is

Explore and discover Malaysia, its multicultural diversity, and experience world-class education while you are here.

Find Institutions and Courses

In Malaysia, degree programs such as Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD are commonly offered by public and private universities. For diploma or certificate programs, they are typically offered by polytechnics, university colleges, or other colleges/institutions.

Search for accredited higher learning institutions to further your studies here:

Search for courses of interest, including tuition fees and study options here:

Malaysian Scholarship

Malaysia seeks talented individuals with excellent academic records and extracurricular backgrounds to further their study

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Step-By-Step to Get Your Student Pass

If you have received an offer to study in Malaysia, you can initiate your visa application process at the Malaysian Immigration office.

Alternatively, you can get the Education Malaysia Global Services assistance to obtain the student visa.

Check the list of required documents here:

Below is the step-by-step process of obtaining the student visa:

1. Secure an offer letter from your academic institution

2. Initiate your Student Pass application via the EMGS website

3. Get the eVisa Approval Letter (eVAL) from the EMGS website and Visa with Reference (VDR) from your institution

4. Apply for Single Entry Visa (SEV) - only for students coming from countries that require a pre-arrival visa

5. Travel to Malaysia

6. Register at your institution

Visa Requirement by Country

For citizens of ASEAN countries, student visas are not required if your study is less than one month, except for students from Myanmar.

However, if you are an ASEAN citizen studying in Malaysia for more than one month, you are required to apply for a student visa. Only citizens of Brunei and Singapore are exempted from this requirement, regardless of the duration of their stay.

Bringing My Dependents

If you plan to bring your family, they also need a Visa with Reference (VDR). Additional documents are required with their application, which is made through your institution.

If your parents want to accompany you during your study, they can apply for a social visit pass for up to 12 months or following the period of the student pass. 

They can also apply for ‘Multiple Entry Visa’ (MEV) for multiple entries to Malaysia and their home country during this duration.

Work in Malaysia After Study

1. Career Path in Malaysia

Malaysia's blooming economy provides a variety of industries, offering diverse employment and business opportunities for both students and graduates.

2. Graduate Pass

The Graduate Pass is a type of Social Visit Pass that allows international students to remain in Malaysia for one year after completing their studies. It permits travel and employment in designated job sectors.

3. Employment Pass

If you plan for a long-term position to work in Malaysia, you must secure an offer from a Malaysian company first before you can apply for the Employment pass.