Malaysia Visa

Common reasons for Malaysia student visa rejection are mentioned below:

• Incomplete or incorrect documentation
• Failure to meet academic or English proficiency requirements
• Fake or unverifiable financial proof
• Issues with previous visa history
• Other than this, submitting fake documents or using unauthorized agents can also lead to rejection.

For an Indian student, the total fee to apply for Malaysian student pass is MYR 2127 ( Approximately INR 41,771). Here is the breakdown of fees:

• New Application Fee: MYR 1080
• Medical Screening Fee: MYR 250
• Student Pass Fee: MYR 60
• eVAL (Visa Approval Letter): MYR 159
• Health Insurance: MYR 468
• iKAD fee: MYR 60
• Multiple Entry Visa fee (For Indians): MYR 50
     

The processing time for a Malaysian student visa, from initial application to receiving the Student Pass, can take 4 to 6 weeks. This includes the time of VAL processing. It is recommended to start the application process just after receiving the admission acceptance letter from the university.

The Government of Malaysia issues a Student Pass, commonly known as the Malaysia Student Visa to international students, who wants to pursue education at Malaysian educational institute. It is a legal document that allows foreign students to stay and study in Malaysia for the duration of their academic program.

Yes, you must show a proof of proficiency in the English language in order to apply for a Malaysian student visa as most courses in universities in Malaysia are conducted in English. The minimum score required to qualify is 6.0. If you do not have an IELTS score, you submit one of the following exam score: TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge English, etc.

To get the Malaysian student visa approved, it takes about 14 days for the approval letter to get processed. However, keep in mind that the entire procedure of form filling, submission and obtaining the visa takes around 4-5 weeks.

Yes, you can switch your student visa to a work visa when you have completed your course.

The documents required for the transition of a student visa to work visa are- 

A valid passport.

Form I-797 (H-1B approval notice)

Form I-129 (H-1B petition)

Employment offer letter.

Academic transcripts and degree certificates.

Proof of current OPT status, if applicable.

Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status (I-20)

Arrival/Departure Record (Form I-94).

To obtain a Malaysia student visa, you should have minimum MYR 40,000 (INR 7.5 L) in your bank account.

Converting a student visa directly to a work visa in Malaysia is not straightforward. Generally, international students must complete their studies and then apply for a separate work visa if they wish to stay in Malaysia for employment. It's essential to check with the Malaysian Immigration Department for specific guidelines and requirements regarding visa conversion.