International Students Application Procedures

Please fill up the APU online application form along with the following documents at Apply Now.

For undergraduate applications; you may apply with your forecast results if you are still awaiting the final results; we will than make you an conditional offer on you achieving specified grades in your final exams.
 

1. Certified True Copies of Academic Qualification (together with English Translation where applicable)

    

2. Copies of IELTS/TOEFL etc to evaluate English Language Proficiency.

    

3. Please clearly indicate the “Programme” that you are applying for and the “Intake Date “.

You will normally receive the results in 2-3 working days upon receiving the complete documents above.

You will receive the Letter of Offer if you meet the eligibility criteria. You can confirm your enrolment and to enable the University to submit an application for your Student Visa, the payments of RM 3,400 (approx. USD 895) as Pre-Arrival Application Processing Fees is required immediately along with the documents stated below.

(Pre-Arrival Application Processing Fees include; Visa Processing Fees by Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) for ALL International students in Malaysia (and applicable GST charged by EMGS), APU/APIIT Application & Processing Fees, Airport assistance and transfer to the University and accommodation upon first arrival in Malaysia. Please take note that this Fee is non-refundable once the offer has been accepted.)

Together with your acceptance of the offer, please furnish us with the following for us to commence your Visa application:

• The Stage-1 Payment of Pre-Arrival Application Processing Fee of RM 3,400 (approx. USD 895) .

   

• 4 Passport-sized photographs with WHITE background (35mm x 45mm). The photos must meet the requirements set by EMGS.

   

• Copies of all pages of passport including blank pages. Passport must be valid for at least 24 months from the Intake Date.

   

• Academic and other certificates certified as a true copy by the institution issuing the document or a by a Commissioner of Oaths, Notary Public or lawyer.  (Please ensure that your name and date of birth as indicated in the academic transcripts/certificates is identical to the details in your passport). If the language of your academic transcript/certificate is not in English, we will require you to submit the certified translated copies together with the original copies for visa application.

   

• Health Declaration Form signed by the student. You are advised to ensure that you are in good health prior to departure to Malaysia. APU recommends that all students attend the Pre-arrival Medical screening to ensure that they are in good health. You can download Health Declaration Form from the link below: https://visa.educationmalaysia.gov.my/media/docs/Lampiran_B_-_Health_Declaration_Form_For_Applicant.pdf

   

• Please refer to the Medical Screening Guidelines here at: https://visa.educationmalaysia.gov.my/catalog/category/view/id/126 for more details. 

   

• IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/MUET English Certification Results.

   

• No Objection Certificate (NOC)/LOE  - Only applicable to students from Oman, Sudan and Iran

   

• Any other requirements/documents as required by the University in support of your visa application.

Additional Documents for Transfer Students:

If you have previously studied in another higher education institution (college or university level) in Malaysia, additional documents needed are:

• Cancelation of Visa & Release Letter (from former University/College/School).

   

• Educational Certificates and Attendance Report (must be at least 80%+ attendance).

   

• Exit Stamp (if you have left Malaysia and now residing in your own country), Exit Stamp is the Malaysian Immigration Stamp on your Passport while exiting Malaysia.

   

• Your original passport for Special Pass (if you are currently residing in Malaysia and have a valid visa)
   

Please note that International Students are not allowed to change the course. International Students are required to re-apply for a new Student Pass (Visa) should they decide to change the programme.

Once we receive your complete documents together with the International Student Visa and Application Fees; we will submit your application to EMGS (Education Malaysia Global Services).

This may take about 2-3 weeks on receiving complete documents, together with the payment. We advise that all application forms arrive at least eight (8) weeks before the intake dates to ensure early approval. You can also track your application process at EMGS Website and you will be able to download your Visa Approval Letter (VAL) once approved.

Please note that you should avoid entering Malaysia during your visa process, to avoid any delay and queries from Malaysian Immigration. It is required that the student is outside Malaysia while the visa is processed and Visit Visas at the same time could result in rejection of your Student Pass Application. Transfer Students may process their application while being in Malaysia; however they will need to apply for a Special Pass for this process and is subject to Malaysian Immigration Approval.

If you hear that your “VAL” is Approved – YAY!!

Congratulations! It means your student visa has been approved and you will be notified via email or by Post together with the necessary steps and guidelines. You can also check your application status at EMGS website and download the VAL(Visa Approval Letter). This will be a new beginning for your life, and your time at this University will be a valuable educational experience which will boost both your personal and professional life. We now prepare for your arrival; and you need to fully understand and adhere to the rules and regulation as stated below.

BEFORE YOUR DEPARTURE, please ensure that you go through your letter of offer as well as the arrival guideline for your scrutiny so as to fully understand and adhere to the requirements. Please also ensure that all your documentation is in place before traveling i.e. passports, health certificates, student pass approval letter, visas, etc. for the immigration clearance. Your passport must be valid for at least a 13 month-duration at the time of your departure.

Guidelines on Single Entry Visa (SEV):

STUDENT PASS APPROVAL LETTER, ALL FOREIGN STUDENTS who have received their Student Pass Approval Letter (e-VAL), MUST obtain a visa to enter the country for the purpose of studying. This involves international students from all countries which require visa to enter Malaysia even those eligible for visa on arrival. Students cannot convert their Tourist or Visit Pass to Students Visa and must obtain Student Pass Approval Letter (VAL) and apply for a Single Entry Visa (SEV). 

All students must apply SEV through the Malaysian Embassy or Consulate or via eVISA portal at malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my. The Single Entry Visa application must be supported with a valid Student Pass Approval Letter (e-VAL) issued by EMGS/Immigration Malaysia prior to travel and must apply for Visa With Reference (VDR / Student Pass) together with supporting documents. Please ensue that SEV is issued with “Reference Number” [BVP/STU/14321/ 1XXXXXXXX /1]. 

The Student Pass Approval Letter (e-VAL) is generally valid for six (6) months from the date of issuance. Students are advised to plan their travel carefully and must arrive in Malaysia not later than one (1) month before the expiry of the e-VAL. In addition, students should not enter Malaysia earlier than two (2) weeks prior to the commencement date of their course.
 

FOLLOWING COUNTRIES REQUIRE (SINGLE ENTRY VISA) with STUDENT VISA APPROVAL LETTER (E-VAL):
 

FOLLOWING COUNTRIES DOES NOT REQUIRE SINGLE ENTRY VISA WITH STUDENT VISA APPROVAL LETTER:
 

STUDENTS FROM THE FOLLOWING NON-VISA REQUIRED COUNTRIES TO ENTER MALAYSIA MAY PROCEED TO ENTRY BY PRODUCING THE 'VISA APPROVAL LETTER' (VAL) UPON ENTRY

Nationals from following countries can arrive with a Student Pass Approval Letter (VAL); WITHOUT Single Entry Visa (SEV) from Malaysian High Commission or Consulate as stated below from the notification of Immigration of Malaysia on 17th April 2014.
 

BEFORE DEPARTING TO MALAYSIA

In order to facilitate and expedite your airport pick-up, immigration clearance (compulsory for all arriving students) and transfer to the accommodation, you must notify us at least 7 (seven) days prior to your arrival in Malaysia by filling up the APU Student Arrival Form. This is necessary for us to facilitate accommodation arrangements and airport pick-up. You are required to furnish us with details of your date and time of arrival in Kuala Lumpur, flight number and also the number of luggage.

You are strongly advised to arrive in Malaysia at least one week before the intake commences to avoid missing the Orientation and International Student briefing. In order to help you settle into the professional environment at APU, you will be provided with a comprehensive orientation briefing. We want to ensure that you know how to locate the wide variety of resources available to you and that you are aware of and have easy access to the policies and regulations that pertain to you as a student. You will be given information on the course schedule, timetable, facilities, academic regulations and other necessary details. Students are not permitted to join the class if they arrive 2 weeks after the course has commenced.

The orientation programme includes a special orientation for foreign students, which involves immigration procedures, medical insurance and living in Malaysia; other than the academic & facilities briefings. Our Student Welcome team will welcome and assist you at your first few days in Malaysia and at APU.

Please be reminded that submission of the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) is compulsory for all international students entering Malaysia. Kindly complete your MDAC prior to arrival at: Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)