Studying in Malaysia in 2025
Malaysia—known for reputable universities, affordable costs, and a multicultural environment—has become one of the most popular destinations for international students. In 2025, with streamlined visa processes and a wide range of English-taught programs, studying in Malaysia is more attractive than ever.
To pursue higher education in any foreign country, obtaining a student visa is undoubtedly the most important step. If you plan to study at universities in Malaysia, you must secure a Malaysia student visa before entering the country; without it, enrollment and legal residence in Malaysia are not possible. The Malaysia student visa process begins with submitting the required documents and paying the necessary fees, ultimately leading to the issuance of the Visa Approval Letter (VAL)—sometimes referred to as eVAL.
Steps to obtain a Malaysia student visa in 2025
1. Get admission from a Malaysian university:
The first step, which will be fully handled by the eduyar institute, is obtaining admission with the required details from Malaysian universities in order to apply for the visa.
2. Obtain the Visa Approval Letter (VAL):
The second step involves receiving the Visa Approval Letter (VAL), which holds the same legal value as the Malaysia student visa itself. Once your university has confirmed and registered your admission, your file will be prepared for submission to the Malaysian Immigration Department and the EMGS (Education Malaysia Global Services).
At this stage, by providing the required documents to EMGS, you will proceed to the payment of the Visa Approval Letter issuance fee, which varies depending on the university or college, the level of study, and the duration of the program.
Finally, payment of the VAL issuance fee can only be made through official payment systems such as JOMPAY or Malaysian banks. In this regard, eduyar offers online payment services for the Malaysia student visa approval letter fee to EMGS, assisting applicants who wish to study in Malaysia.
For details about the conditions and process of online payment for the Malaysia student visa, please contact our experts via WhatsApp.
The required documents include:
– University offer letter
– Passport with at least 18 months’ validity
– Color photo with a white background
– Previous academic certificates
– Health form
– Letter of good conduct from the Embassy of Iran in Malaysia
3. Get the Single-Entry Visa (SEV):
With your VAL, visit the Embassy of Malaysia in Tehran to obtain the SEV. Required documents include your passport, photo, flight ticket, VAL, and university admission letter.
4. Arrival in Malaysia and finalization:
After entering Malaysia, you must:
– Complete a medical screening
– Receive your i-Kad student card
– Finalize your university registration
 Malaysia student visa costs in 2025
| Service | Approximate cost (Ringgit) |
|---|---|
| VAL application fee | 530–1,060 |
| Medical screening | 250 |
| i-Kad student card | 50 |
| Student insurance | 468–978 |
| Single-entry visa | 20 |
