WELCOME TO OUR GLOBAL COMMUNITY

Before Arrival

There are several rules to be followed for students to retain their Student Pass​

• TUITION FEES​
• Students must have settled all their tuition fee payments as per the Student Financial statement (Appendix 1) of the Letter of Offer.


• IMPORTANT TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

Students are to have the following documents available;

• Passport (with at least sixteen (16) months validity from the date of entry into Malaysia)
• Student Pass and Visa Approval Letter
• Original Copy of School Certificates / Professional Qualifications
• Medical Health Report
• Financial Support Documents


• TUITION

STUDENT PASS Students are to have the following documents available for ELMU International Student Office (ISO) to apply for Student Pass from the Malaysian Immigration Department.

• Two (2) copies of a student's passport (all pages must be copied from front cover to back cover). (Note: Passports must be valid for four to five years for all degree seeking students. Please refer to the photograph guidelines via this link:
• Eight (8) passport-sized colour photographs (with white background) with name and passport number written on the back of each photo. Please follow the photograph guidelines stated in this link: Guidelines
• An application processing fee of RM2300
• The waiting period for the pass shall be around 4 to 6 weeks for the Visa Approval Letter


• SINGLE ENTRY VISA
• Only necessary if it's required by the Malaysia Embassy of the student's respective country. Ascertain the requirement and make an application if needed.


• POST ARRIVAL MEDICAL EXAMINATION
• Mandatory for international students and you are required to attend and complete the medical examination at an approved panel of clinics/hospitals within 7 days from your date of entry into Malaysia.


• ENDORSEMENT OF STUDENT PASS
• Upon reporting in the first week at ELMU, students must submit their passport to ISO together with the Visa Approval Letter to facilitate the endorsement of the Student Pass onto their passports subject to passing the post- arrival medical examination.


• PERSONAL BOND
• There is a personal security bond required by the Malaysian Immigration Department which is payable to ELMU when applying for a student pass. This bond will be refunded when students complete their studies.

On Arrival

• AIRPORT PICK UP
• An airport pick up service will be provided, should a student have emailed the Airport Pick Up Form with full details of the flight to the ISO at [email protected] at least seven days prior to their arrival. The pick up service will take them directly to ELMU for them to report themselves.


• MALAYSIA CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

Royal Malaysian Customs Department enforces strict regulations concerning the temporary import or export of items such as followed;

• Firearms
• Narcotics
• Medication
• Business equiement
• Currency
• Books
• Other printed material
• Video and audio recordings which might be considered obscene or in any way harmful to public interest and cultural property

Take note of the following prohibitions of the Royal Malaysian Customs Department:

• Trafficking of illegal drugs carries the mandatory death penalty in Malaysia.
• A special permit is required for carriage of firearms and ammunition.
• Other prohibited items include flick knives, daggers and pornographic material.
• Taped video cassettes should be submitted for Customs clearance.
• Export of antiques and historical objects is not permitted unless with an export licence obtained from the Director General of Museums Malaysia or unless these items were originally imported and declared to Customs at that point.
• Students are required to declare to Customs or the Plant Quarantine Inspector any plants or parts of plants such as seeds, flowers, fruits, soil samples, cultures of fungi, bacteria and viruses, insects or any other vertebrate or invertebrate animal, that is in their possession.


• PERMITTED CURRENCY LIMIT

A resident or non-resident is permitted to carry in and out of Malaysia, ringgit notes not exceeding RM 1,000 per person. There is no limit for a resident and non-resident to bring in foreign currency notes and traveller's cheques to Malaysia but non-resident will need to declare via Customs Form 22 (Borang Kastam 22) if the total amount exceeds USD 10,000.

Immigration Requirements

There are several rules to be followed for students to retain their Student Pass​

• Students must attend at least 80% of classes and maintain satisfactory grades to keep their Student Pass.​
• Class attendance is mandatory unless excused with a Medical Certificate from a doctor approved by ELMU. Repeated absences can lead to the loss of the Student Pass.
• Students must keep track of their passport and Student Pass expiry dates.
• To extend the Pass, students should submit their passports to the International Student Office two months before expiry; late submission incurs an extra RM153.00 fee for a Special Pass.
• Students are responsible for any penalties from the Malaysian Immigration for late or expired Student Pass renewals.
• Students must inform the International Student Office two weeks before completing their studies to cancel their Student Pass, or they may lose their Personal Bond Deposit.

Immigration Requirements

The currency of Malaysia is Ringgit Malaysia and its conversion rate is approximately RM4.60 for USD1 (refer to latest rates online). The denominations of Ringgit Malaysia are RM100, RM50, RM20, RM10, RM5, and RM1. Coins are also widely used and the denominations are 50 cents, 20 cents, 10 cents, 5 cents. If students intend to open a local bank account, these are some banks nearby the ELMU campus; Maybank Malaysia, CIMB Bank, and Public Bank Malaysia. To open a bank account in any of these banks, students should bring the following; a copy of your passport, your original passport, student verification letter (to be obtained from Student Affairs Office), bank drafts or traveller's cheques or cash, and the completed required forms. Be sure to visit during its operating hours, usually from 9 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. ​

• COST OF LIVING

The following are the main concern for students' expenses

• Food: Monthly expenses range from RM700 to RM1,000. An average Malaysian meal costs around RM10.
• ​Study Expenses: Annually, this ranges from RM1,000 to RM1,500, covering course books, printing/photocopying, and stationery.
• Residence: Costs vary based on accommodation type (on-campus or off-campus) and factors like roommates and location​
• Miscellaneous Costs: Monthly expenses for groceries, toiletries, and personal items are between RM300 and RM500.
• This does not pertain to student's personal interests such as entertainment.
• It is wise to carefully plan your spending per month.

Do's and Dont's

• General Rules and Regulations
• International students in Malaysia must follow Malaysian law. Misconduct includes being criminally convicted, or working illegally as per immigration laws, which might impact studies.
• Students must follow all rules and regulations set by their institution, as detailed in the University Student Affairs Handbook.
• Students should always respect the local culture, norms, and beliefs.


• Permission to work part-time
• Please consult the ELMU Student Affairs Office.


• Drugs and poison

It is considered a serious offence if students:

• are found to be in possession of any kind of drugs or poisons. The term ‘drug' is as defined in the Dangerous Drug Act 1952;
• are found to provide, to supply, to distribute, to offer, or to prepare any of the above drugs or poisons to other parties;
• are involved in drug abuse of any kind


• Traffic Rules and Regulations

If students own or use any type of vehicle, they must fulfil the requirements under the Road Transportation Act 1987 and all subsections under the Act, on campus and public roads



• Use of Force

It is considered an offence if students:

• Do not engage in forceful, extortive, harassing, or disturbing activities towards others.
• Avoid involvement in ragging, bullying, or any abuse, both inside and outside of campus.
• Refrain from using force, aggression, or threats against others.
• Do not participate in physical aggression like riots, fights, or assault.
• Avoid displaying racist or prejudiced verbal or physical behaviour towards anyone in or out of campus.


• Assembly

It is considered a serious offence if any groups of students or organisations of students plan, organise, attend, or take part in any assembly or meeting at any given places without permission from the relevant authorities.



• Accommodation
• Students in ELMU residences must follow ELMU's housing rules.
• Students living off-campus should respect neighbourhood standards and be considerate of their neighbours.
• Students are advised to avoid causing disturbances or making loud noises and to respect the culture and traditions of other members of the neighbourhood.


• Safety and Emergency
• Be extra careful about safety when adjusting to a new environment, particularly at night in high-risk areas. Contact the International Student Office or a personal contact at the institution in case of any emergencies.
• Dial 999 for police, ambulance, fire services, and rescue units if you need help.
• Misusing the communication network can result in a RM50,000 fine, one year in jail, or both, as per Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.