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Eligible Countries

Graduate students from the following nationalities are eligible to apply for the Graduate Pass issued by Immigration Department of Malaysia:
 

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Graduate Pass for international Students

The Graduate pass allows international students to stay in Malaysia for a year after graduation. This enables them to further their studies, travel, and work in permitted job sectors.

The graduate pass allows:

  • Multiple Entry Visa (MEV) which provides ease of entry and exit into the country.
  • Dependents of the student are also eligible for the Dependent Graduate Pass with the same duration as the student.
  • Can work part-time in permitted job sectors
     
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Eligibility Requirements for Graduate Pass Applicant

  • Your passport must be valid for at least 18 months.
  • The Graduate Pass is only issued to students who have completed a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
  • You must provide a letter of completion from your educational institution proving you have successfully completed your course.
  • You must hold a valid Student Pass during the Graduate Pass application process.
  • You must have an active health insurance policy for the duration of the Graduate Pass.
  • You must provide a personal bond with a Malaysian citizen as your sponsor, who must have a minimum monthly salary of RM 1,500.
  • The student must not have any legal convictions in Malaysia.
  • Candidates from China and India - the applicant must provide a letter of good conduct from either their educational institution or their respective embassy.
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Supporting Documents for Dependents of Graduate Pass

Family members who have a valid dependent pass can apply to extend their stay as dependents under the Graduate Pass.

  • Passport bio data page
  • Valid dependent pass
  • The passport must be valid for at least 18 months from the date of application
  • Insurance cover note
  • Personal bond. The template is available on the EMGS website - Click here to download the template
  • Photo (Size: 217px X 280px)
  • A sponsor declaration letter from a Malaysian citizen with a monthly income of at least RM 1,500. Click here to download the template
  • Sponsor's latest payslip of 3 months
  • Sponsor's NRIC copy (front & back) 
     

For further information please visit: https://visa.educationmalaysia.gov.my/graduate-pass