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Student Pass — school level

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What education or training is this pathway designed for?

This Student Pass covers school-level education from age three for non-citizens.

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  • The Student Pass facility
    The Student Pass facility is granted to non-citizen students aged three (3) years and above who pursue studies in Malaysia, ranging from pre-school to higher education or equivalent levels.
  • 1.2. Students at School
    1.2. Students at School Level a. Admission to government or government-aided schools under the supervision of the Daily School Management Division, MOE. b. Admission to International Schools, Expatriate Schools, Private Schools, and Chinese Private Secondary Schools (SMPC) approved by the Private Education Division, MOE, with MOHA authorization for international student enrolment for International Schools. c. Applications may be submitted by a legally appointed school representative, parent, or legal guardian. d. New and renewal applications may be submitted to the Student Pass Unit, Visa, Pass and Permit Division (HQ, State, or Branch Immigration Offices) according to the school’s location.

What type of institution/course must accept or enrol the applicant?

Government or government-aided schools supervised by MOE, or the listed MOE-approved private, expatriate, international or Chinese private secondary schools; international schools also require MOHA enrolment authorisation.

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  • 1.2. Students at School
    1.2. Students at School Level a. Admission to government or government-aided schools under the supervision of the Daily School Management Division, MOE. b. Admission to International Schools, Expatriate Schools, Private Schools, and Chinese Private Secondary Schools (SMPC) approved by the Private Education Division, MOE, with MOHA authorization for international student enrolment for International Schools. c. Applications may be submitted by a legally appointed school representative, parent, or legal guardian. d. New and renewal applications may be submitted to the Student Pass Unit, Visa, Pass and Permit Division (HQ, State, or Branch Immigration Offices) according to the school’s location.

What are the most important financial or study-related conditions: tuition, funds, insurance, full-time study, attendance or equivalent?

The pass fee is RM60, separate from nationality-based visa charges. The checklist requires an at-least-18-month-valid passport, a stamped personal bond and Malaysia-recognised health insurance covering at least twelve months. Tuition, a monetary maintenance minimum, attendance and full-time-study rules are not specified in the official source.

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Limits of the record
  • Tuition, maintenance amount, attendance and full-time requirements not stated on this source.
  • 4.2. Student Pass
    4.2. Student Pass (School Category) IMM.14 Form (New & Renewal Applications) Valid MOHA approval letter for international student intake (International School) Copy of the Approval Letter for the Admission of International Students from the Sabah/Sarawak State Government that is still valid. Private Education Institution Registration Certificate (MOE) that is still valid. Supporting Letter for the Application of International Student Pass for Private Educational Institutions from the Private Education Division, Ministry of Education (Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah), and from the State Education Department for Sarawak. An official approval letter issued by the State Education Department (JPN) or District Education Office (PPD) for applications of Student Passes, applicable to Government Schools and Government-Aided Schools. School representative appointment letter. Copy of passport (all pages; validity must be at least 18 months) Passport-sized photo (3.5cm x 5cm, white background) A Malaysian Health Insurance Policy or an International Health Insurance Policy that provides personal coverage, recognized in Malaysia, with a minimum coverage period of 12 months Personal Bond form (stamped) Other related documents (Original and Copy): i. Malaysian Birth Certificate / Foreign Birth Certificate and Translation of Applicant’s Birth Certificate / Copy of Court Order (Custody). ii. Marriage Certificate / Parents’ Marriage Registration Certificate. iii. Identification Documents / Passports and current passes of father and mother (please determine applicant’s eligibility). iv. Divorce Certificate / Divorce Registration Certificate / Death Certificate (if applicable). v. Adoption Certificate or Certificate of Adoption (if applicable)
  • 3.0. Fees
    3.0. Fees a. Student Pass – RM60.00 b. Social Visit Pass for Dependents / Guardians of Student Pass holders – RM90.00 c. Visa – rates vary by country (https://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/perkhidmatan-utama/visa/kadar-bayaran-visa/

Can the student work? Under what major restrictions? What is the family position where clearly stated?

School-level students are not included in the published UA/IPTS part-time-work permission. Permitted guardian relationships are biological or adoptive parents, legal guardians, grandparents and siblings under seven; guardians cannot work or conduct business.

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  • 2.3. Work Permission
    2.3. Work Permission a. This facility is granted only to Student Pass holders from Public Universities (UA) or Private Higher Education Institutions (IPTS). Language Centres, Training/Skills Centre, and Accredited Centres ARE NOT PERMITTED. b. Student Pass holders are allowed to work part-time during their study period, limited to 20 hours per week, only at approved locations: Restaurants Petrol stations Mini markets Hotels University/college areas c. Students are prohibited from front desk duties in line with current foreign worker policies and from working as student recruitment agents. d. Applications must be submitted to the Student Pass Unit, Immigration Department HQ/State Immigration Office with the following documents: Job offer letter Support letter from the institution (UA/IPTS) stating work permission request, semester schedule, and holiday dates Copy of passport (biodata page and current pass) e. Approval is subject to document verification and the discretion of the Immigration Department of Malaysia. f. Any student found violating regulations will have their Student Pass revoked.
  • 2.2. Guardians
    2.2. Guardians (School Level) a. Permitted guardians include: b. Biological parents c. Legal guardians d. Adoptive parents e. Grandparents f. Siblings under seven years’ old g. Guardians are NOT ALLOWED to work, conduct business, deliver political speeches, lectures, or engage in political activities.

How long does the status last, how is it renewed, and what officially documented post-study work or residence possibilities exist?

School-level new and renewal applications use the school-location Immigration office, through an appointed representative, parent or legal guardian. The official page identifies renewal forms but does not state a normal grant term, renewal performance threshold or a post-study work or residence entitlement.

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Limits of the record
  • Grant term, substantive renewal conditions and post-study progression not established on this page.
  • 1.2. Students at School
    1.2. Students at School Level a. Admission to government or government-aided schools under the supervision of the Daily School Management Division, MOE. b. Admission to International Schools, Expatriate Schools, Private Schools, and Chinese Private Secondary Schools (SMPC) approved by the Private Education Division, MOE, with MOHA authorization for international student enrolment for International Schools. c. Applications may be submitted by a legally appointed school representative, parent, or legal guardian. d. New and renewal applications may be submitted to the Student Pass Unit, Visa, Pass and Permit Division (HQ, State, or Branch Immigration Offices) according to the school’s location.
  • 4.2. Student Pass
    4.2. Student Pass (School Category) IMM.14 Form (New & Renewal Applications) Valid MOHA approval letter for international student intake (International School) Copy of the Approval Letter for the Admission of International Students from the Sabah/Sarawak State Government that is still valid. Private Education Institution Registration Certificate (MOE) that is still valid. Supporting Letter for the Application of International Student Pass for Private Educational Institutions from the Private Education Division, Ministry of Education (Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah), and from the State Education Department for Sarawak. An official approval letter issued by the State Education Department (JPN) or District Education Office (PPD) for applications of Student Passes, applicable to Government Schools and Government-Aided Schools. School representative appointment letter. Copy of passport (all pages; validity must be at least 18 months) Passport-sized photo (3.5cm x 5cm, white background) A Malaysian Health Insurance Policy or an International Health Insurance Policy that provides personal coverage, recognized in Malaysia, with a minimum coverage period of 12 months Personal Bond form (stamped) Other related documents (Original and Copy): i. Malaysian Birth Certificate / Foreign Birth Certificate and Translation of Applicant’s Birth Certificate / Copy of Court Order (Custody). ii. Marriage Certificate / Parents’ Marriage Registration Certificate. iii. Identification Documents / Passports and current passes of father and mother (please determine applicant’s eligibility). iv. Divorce Certificate / Divorce Registration Certificate / Death Certificate (if applicable). v. Adoption Certificate or Certificate of Adoption (if applicable)

These are the answers currently recorded in the catalogue. A missing or partial answer is not an eligibility decision.

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