Visa

Malaysia Student Visa Guide

Everything you need to know about studying in Malaysia with a student visa and Vertex support.

4 Steps to Your Student Visa

From document prep to day-one arrival — Vertex guides international students through every stage.

1

Prepare

Gather your passport, photos, and academic certificates. We guide the checklist before submission.

1–2 days
2

Submit

Vertex reviews your documents and submits your application to EMGS.

1–3 days
3

Approve

Receive your VAL letter and keep tracking updates with our admissions team.

2–4 weeks
4

Arrive

Airport pickup, orientation, and student onboarding support from day one in Kuala Lumpur.

Day one

What You’ll Need

Prepare these items before we submit your EMGS application. Translations may be required.

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Passport Scan

Full-colour scan with at least 12 months validity remaining.

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Passport Photo

35×45mm with white background, taken professionally.

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Health Declaration

Completed and signed EMGS health declaration form.

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Certificate

High school certificate with English translation when required.

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Transcript

Latest academic transcript with English translation where needed.

We’re Here to Help

End-to-end assistance so you can focus on studying, not paperwork.

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Document Review

We review and verify all your documents before submission.

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Airport Pickup

Arrival pickup and transfers arranged from day one.

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Visa Renewals

Ongoing renewal guidance throughout your studies.

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Immigration

Full assistance with immigration procedures.

Common Questions About the Student Visa Process

Contact us via WhatsApp, email, or by visiting campus. Most students take a free placement test, then our team recommends the right programme and intake.
We run 12 terms per year, each around four weeks long. The next intake starts on August 17, 2026. You can review the full schedule on the Academic Calendar page.
Yes. Intensive English, IELTS Preparation, and the Speaking Course all require a placement test so we can place you in the right class level.
Yes. We provide end-to-end visa support including document review, EMGS submission, arrival coordination, immigration support, and renewal guidance.

Need Help With Your Visa?

Contact our International Student Support team.