FAQ - Graduate (Social) Visit Pass
FAQ
Long-Term Social Visit Pass for Graduates
Question | Answer |
What is the Long-Term Social Visit Pass for Graduates? | This pass is a Long-Term Social Visit Pass that allows graduates to travel, continue their studies, and work part-time in permitted sectors |
Who is eligible to apply? | It is open to international students who have completed their studies at the Bachelor’s Degree level and above at Higher Education Institutions (IPT) in Malaysia |
Is there an age limit for the application? | There is no age limit requirement |
Which nationalities are eligible? | It is open to citizens of 32 countries: 1. United States 2. Saudi Arabia 3. Australia 4. Bahrain 5. Netherlands 6. Brunei 7. China 8. Denmark 9. Philippines 10. Finland 11. India 12. Indonesia 13. Germany 14. Japan 15. Canada 16. Cambodia 17. South Korea 18. Kuwait 19. Laos 20. Myanmar 21. New Zealand 22. Norway 23. Oman 24. France 25. Qatar 26. Singapore 27. Sweden 28. Switzerland 29. Thailand 30. UAE 31. United Kingdom 32. Vietnam |
What are the application requirements? | √ A confirmation letter of study/course completion issued by a Public University (UA) or Private Higher Education Institution (IPTS). √ The applicant’s Student Pass must still be valid. √ A passport with a validity period of at least 18 months. √ Active health insurance with a coverage period of at least 12 months. √ A Personal Bond with a Malaysian citizen sponsor who has a minimum income of RM1,500. √ The applicant must never have been convicted of any offense violating the laws in Malaysia. √ A support/confirmation letter regarding the student’s conduct from the educational institution or embassy (specifically for citizens of China and India |
How do I apply? | Applications are made through the EMGS portal (https://visa.educationmalaysia.gov.my/) and are processed at the Student Pass Unit, Visa, Pass and Permit Division, Immigration Department of Malaysia (JIM) in Putrajaya |
What are the fees? | The fee is RM600 for the applicant and RM600 for each dependent, plus the Multiple Entry Visa (MEV) rate, which varies by country. |
What are the benefits of the pass? | √ Multiple Entry Visa (MEV). √ Ability to bring existing dependents to Malaysia. √ Domestic travel. √ Identifying study programs at UA/IPTS to further your studies. √ Identifying job opportunities that suit your qualifications and course of study. √ Working part-time in permitted employment sectors in accordance with currently enforced acts and laws |
What is the validity period? | 12 months |
Are pass holders eligible to apply for a Resident Pass/Entry Permit? | No |
Can this pass be changed to another Long-Term Social Visit Pass? | Yes, subject to the conditions of the respective pass |
Is a check-out memo required after the pass expires? | No. |
Can the pass be extended | No. |
What is the approval processing time? | 14 working days after a complete application is received by the Immigration Department of Malaysia |
