INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
Admission Process
- Application with document and visa processing payment submissions to the institution (refer to eligibility & required documents checklist) 3 months before the intake via agent/email to internationaladmission@peninsulacollege.edu.my
- Confirmation of student enrolment by releasing the offer letter & acceptance letter
- Visa application online via EMGS STARS portal to be initiated by institution
- Visa approval letter issued by immigration department of Malaysia for all approved applications
- First year fees together with personal bond (varies from countries) to be made to the institution
- Students from countries that requires single entry visa (SEV) prior to entering Malaysia are compulsory to apply single entry visa (SEV) from Malaysian Embassy / High Commission / Consulate of the country at home country.
- All incoming international students must complete Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online through the Immigration Department website starting 1st January 2024 via https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main?register as early as 3 days before arrival in Malaysia as international student need to present their completed MDAC at entry point for immigration clearance.
- Individuals Must Present a Valid Passport with length of validity that able to cover the duration of studies, e-VAL And Relevant Paperwork At The Immigration Checkpoint At The Malaysia Border.
- It Is Compulsory to Present A Hardcopy VAL or EVAL At The Immigration Checkpoint In Order To Receive The Correct Visa-On-Arrival (VOA) Stamp.
- If Students Are from Non-Qualifying Countries, Please Present Either the previously-Obtained SEV Or E-Visa Together with VAL To Avoid Delay.
- Please report yourself at the ISAC counter in KLIA 1/KLIA 2 upon arrival.
- Registration at The International Office of The Institution.
- Medical Screening Arrangement to Be Made by institution Within 7 Days of Their Arrival Date.
- Institution will bring the passport to immigration office for student pass sticker endorsement
- I-kad will be delivered to the institution
- Note:
- Students must complete a medical screening within 7 days upon arrival in Malaysia at any EMGS-registered (panel) clinic.
Documents required to be submitted to EMGS
1. One (1) passport size photograph with WHITE background (35mm x 45mm).
2. A Copy Of The Student’s Passport including:
Your passport data page (bio-data page which shows your face, name etc)
All pages with Visa information. We don’t need all the pages of your passport. If the page is empty, you do not need to submit it.
Libya
Iran
Iraq
Somalia
Sudan
Syria
Yamen
Note: Students originating from the countries listed below must provide a copy of ALL passport pages during the submission of student pass application to EMGS:
- Observation page (showing any extensions, clarifications of name, and previous passport numbers)
- Recommended passport validity duration is 18 months
- Note: For one-off Student Pass applications, the recommended validity is 12 months longer than the duration of study.
- Special Pass or Exit Stamp (if applicable)
3. Offer Letter
A copy of the offer letter is required to apply for a student visa in Malaysia. If students are making an online application, they will only be able to fill out the form and submit an application once they have received a letter of acceptance/offer from the university/college.
4. Health Declaration Form
Students are required to fill up and submit a copy of the health declaration form to apply for a student visa in Malaysia. If they are making an online application, they are required to upload the scanned copy of the form. (Health Declaration Form is required to be filled up and submit to EMGS).
5. Academic Certificates and Transcripts
Students need to provide copies of all academic records, certificates or transcripts of studies previously undertaken. Some courses have additional entry requirements. For information regarding these additional requirements check the entry requirements provided by the educational institution.
6. Personal Bond
The Immigration Department requires all education institutions in Malaysia to sign a personal bond on behalf of the candidate, binding the University for a specified sum. To comply with this requirement, the institution will require you to lodge the specified amount for this purpose. This money will be returned to you upon completion or withdrawal of your study in the institution, on condition that there is no violation of any provision of the Immigration laws of Malaysia.
- Note:
The personal bond form can be submitted after you have arrived in Malaysia for the student pass endorsement. If the personal bond is submitted before the VAL is issued, any errors found will not affect the VAL approval process; however Institutions are advised to make the necessary corrections before the student pass sticker endorsement stage.
7. No-Objection Certificate (NOC)*
No-Objection Certificate (NOC) is only required if the student is from Sudan. This document must be applied by the institution and can only be collected from the Sudanese Embassy in Kuala Lumpur by the institution representatives.
8. Letter Of Eligibility (LOE)*
Letter Of Eligibility (LOE) is only required if the student is from Iran. The institution must apply an LOE for the student at the Iranian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur. Once the LOE application is approved, the embassy will provide the LOE details to EMGS directly. Institute representatives are not required to collect the LOE from the Iranian Embassy.
9. English Language Requirement
Most courses in universities in Malaysia are conducted in English, so you need to show your English language competency is good enough for you to be able to participate fully in your course. This means that proficiency in English is a prerequisite for admission.
When you apply for a Visa Approval Letter (VAL) you must demonstrate that you have an acceptable level of English language proficiency and upload the certificate as part of your application. The English Language tests which are accepted for Student Pass Application are:
- PTE - Academic (Pearson Test of English)
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
- CAE (Cambridge English: Advance)
- CPE (Cambridge English: Proficiency)
- MUET (Malaysian University English Test)
- Note:
If you do not attach your English language certificate when creating your VAL application, your application processing may be delayed. In addition, you will also not be eligible to receive a student pass for the full duration of your course.
Additional documents needed for students transferring from another higher education institution (college or university) in Malaysia:
- Release letter and visa cancellation (from former institution)
- Attendance report (must be at least 80% attendance).
- If applicants are seeking credit exemptions, additional documents such as the final academic transcripts/results are required.
- One (1) copy of passport page with exit stamp (where applicable)
- Cancellation Page (Proof of EMGS has closed the status of previous student visa – for expired pass without proper cancellation)
- An offer letter from the new college/university
Note: A student is allowed to change a university or course twice. A 3rd application by the student would be rejected.
Fees*
- Note:
Information shown is subject to change without prior notice. For more updated information about student visa, kindly refer to us. Do contact us via email at internationaladmission@peninsulacollege.edu.my
