Student Visa Information
Student's Pass Information
Smooth Study Pass Process.
International students wishing to pursue full-time studies in Malaysia are required to hold a Student’s Visa (Student Pass) in order to attend physical classes.
Mantissa College provides assistance to submit your application with Immigration Malaysia (via EMGS-Education Malaysia Global Services). The granting of the Student’s Visa (Student Pass) is subject to approval by the Immigration Malaysia.
- Application Process
- Pass Validity & Renewal
Application, Payment & Collection
How to Apply, Pay Fees, and Collect Student Pass
New Application
New applications must be submitted 2 to 6 months prior to course commencement. Applicants may remain outside Malaysia during processing. Social Pass (Tourist Visa) holders are not eligible for stay extension by EMGS/Immigration Malaysia. Upon eVAL (eVisa Approval Letter) approval, applicants must enter via KLIA/KLIA2 for Special Entry Stamp and complete a post-arrival medical check up to obtain the Student’s Visa (Student Pass).
Submission
New applications are to be submitted via the Mantissa Online Application Page: Apply Now
After the application fees is paid to Mantissa College, new international applicants must prepare the following documents required by Immigration Malaysia and EMGS-Education Malaysia Global Services:-
- Educational Certificates
- Educational Results
- Passport (Bio-data page)(photocopy)
- Picture (Passport-size photo with white background)
- Health Declaration Form
- Additional documents on a case to case basis (if applicable)
Processing Time
The normal processing time is 6 weeks upon receipt of the Student Visa (Student Pass) application and required documents. However, some applications may take a longer time to process. Applicants will be notified of the outcome via email. You are advised to check your email inbox (including spam and junk folders) regularly.
Pathway to Work & Study in Malaysia
Your Essential Guide to Studying, Staying, and Working in Malaysia
Yes. Foreign professionals and entrepreneurs with a valid work permit who wish to study at Mantissa College must apply for Permission to Study from Immigration Malaysia. Approval is subject to Immigration’s discretion.
The Graduate Pass is a Social Visit Pass allowing international graduates to stay in Malaysia for 12 months after completing their studies. It enables travel and employment in permitted job sectors without employer sponsorship.
- Stay in Malaysia for up to 12 months post-graduation
- Work freely in approved job sectors
- Dependents are eligible to join under the Dependent Graduate Pass
- Work freely in approved job sectors
- Dependents are eligible to join under the Dependent Graduate Pass
Applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher from a Malaysian institution
- Possess a valid Student Pass at the time of application
- Have a passport with at least 18 months validity
- Be covered by active health insurance
- Provide a personal bond backed by a Malaysian citizen earning at least RM1,500/month
- Have no criminal convictions in Malaysia
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher from a Malaysian institution
- Possess a valid Student Pass at the time of application
- Have a passport with at least 18 months validity
- Be covered by active health insurance
- Provide a personal bond backed by a Malaysian citizen earning at least RM1,500/month
- Have no criminal convictions in Malaysia
Eligible countries include:
- Asia-Pacific: Australia, New Zealand, Brunei, Cambodia, Myanmar, Philippines, Laos, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea, Japan
- Europe & North America: Germany, United Kingdom, France, Canada, Switzerland, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, United States
- Middle East: Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain
- Asia (Special Conditions): India* and China* * Valid until 31 December 2026; requires a letter of good conduct
- Asia-Pacific: Australia, New Zealand, Brunei, Cambodia, Myanmar, Philippines, Laos, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea, Japan
- Europe & North America: Germany, United Kingdom, France, Canada, Switzerland, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, United States
- Middle East: Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain
- Asia (Special Conditions): India* and China* * Valid until 31 December 2026; requires a letter of good conduct
No. The Graduate Pass allows international graduates to work without requiring an employment sponsorship.
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