Study in Malaysia from Afghanistan
From your Grade 12 certificate to a Malaysian degree: we help Afghan students choose a university, attest their documents, get their offer letter and eVAL, and apply for the Visa With Reference needed to enter Malaysia.
- English-taught programmes
- January, May & September intakes
- Visa With Reference support
- Apply from Afghanistan or abroad
Malaysia offers Afghan students English-taught degrees in a Muslim-majority country, with private universities that take students three times a year. The visa route for Afghan passport holders has extra steps, so planning early matters. This page covers what is specific to applying from Afghanistan. For the full guide, see Study in Malaysia.
ما به دانشجویان افغان کمک می‌کنیم تا دانشگاه مناسب را در مالیزیا انتخاب کنند، درخواست بدهند، نامهٔ پذیرش بگیرند و مراحل EMGS، نامهٔ تأیید ویزا (eVAL) و ویزای ورود را تا رسیدن به مالیزیا طی کنند. دارندگان پاسپورت افغانستان به ویزای ورود نیاز دارند و رسیدگی ممکن است بیشتر طول بکشد؛ ما در هر مرحله راهنمایی تان می‌کنیم. از طریق واتس‌اپ با ما در تماس شوید برای مشاورهٔ رایگان.
Universities we work with in Malaysia
This list updates automatically from our application portal.
MAHSA Avenue International College
MAHSA Avenue International College (MAIC), Kuala Lumpur — diploma and certificate programmes in business, creative media & technology, and health sciences.
MAHSA University
Private university in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, health sciences, engineering, business and IT.
Which Afghan qualifications you need
| You want to study | What you apply with from Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| English course or foundation | Grade 12 graduation certificate (Baccalaureate) with transcripts |
| Bachelor’s degree | Grade 12 certificate with good grades plus proof of English, or a completed foundation programme |
| Master’s degree | A recognised bachelor’s degree with transcripts |
| PhD | A recognised master’s degree, transcripts and a research proposal |
Most programmes need proof of English, usually IELTS or an equivalent test. If you do not have one yet, many universities offer English courses that lead into their programmes. We check what your chosen programme accepts before you apply.
Your visa: Visa With Reference (VDR)
Afghan passport holders need a visa to enter Malaysia. For students this is a Visa With Reference (VDR), issued after your eVAL is approved.
- eVAL first: your university applies through EMGS, and Immigration approves your eVAL. Expect this to take longer than for most nationalities.
- Then the VDR: you apply for the visa at a Malaysian embassy or high commission. We confirm which mission currently accepts applications from Afghan students before you apply.
- On arrival: show your visa and eVAL at immigration, then complete your medical check and Student Pass.
Attesting and translating your documents
- School certificates attested by the Ministry of Education, and university degrees by the Ministry of Higher Education.
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs then attests the stamped documents.
- Dari or Pashto documents need a certified English translation.
- Extra certification: Malaysian authorities may ask for copies certified by the Afghan Embassy in Malaysia or by the nearest Malaysian embassy. We tell you if your application needs this.
Your steps from Afghanistan to Malaysia
- Choose & applyShare your Grade 12 certificate or degree results and your English level. We shortlist programmes and submit your application.Aalokbortika
- Attest & translateDocuments attested by the issuing ministry and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with certified English translations.You, with our help
- Offer letter & EMGSThe university issues your offer and applies to EMGS before you travel.University + EMGS
- eVAL approvedImmigration approves your electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVAL). Extra checks can make this take longer.Immigration
- Visa With ReferenceAfghan passport holders need a Visa With Reference (VDR) from a Malaysian embassy or high commission before travelling.You, with our help
- Arrive & get your Student PassShow your visa and eVAL on arrival, complete a medical check within 7 days; the university arranges your Student Pass (fee RM60).You + University
Blue: before you travel. Orange: visa and arrival in Malaysia.
Documents checklist for Afghan students
- Afghan passport valid for at least 18 months
- Passport-size photo (3.5 cm × 5 cm, white background)
- Grade 12 certificate and transcripts, attested and with certified English translation
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree and transcripts, for postgraduate study
- English test result (if you have one)
- Offer letter from the Malaysian university
- eVAL and Visa With Reference
- Health insurance recognised in Malaysia, covering at least 12 months
How we help students from Afghanistan
- Free consultation on WhatsApp to match your results, English level and budget with the right programme
- Application and offer letter handled for you
- Attestation and translation guidance so your documents are accepted the first time
- EMGS and visa application support, from your eVAL to your Visa With Reference and arrival
Message us on WhatsApp to get started. Education agents working with Afghan students can also join our partnership program.
Frequently asked questions
Do Afghan students need a visa for Malaysia?
Yes. Afghan passport holders need a Visa With Reference (VDR). You apply for it after your eVAL is approved, at a Malaysian embassy or high commission, and show both on arrival.
How long does the process take?
Longer than for most countries, because applications from Afghanistan go through extra checks. Start at least four to six months before your intake.
Can I apply if I live in Pakistan, Iran or another country?
Yes. Many Afghan students apply from outside Afghanistan. Tell us where you live and which passport you hold, and we will plan your application and visa route.
When should I apply?
Many private universities, including MAHSA University, have January, May and September intakes. Because the visa takes longer, aim for an intake at least four to six months away.
Sources: Immigration Department of Malaysia (Student Pass, visa requirement by country and Visa With Reference). Rules can change; we confirm the latest requirements with every application.
Programmes in Malaysia: fees, scholarships and intakes
We can apply for you to 48 open programmes in Malaysia. Each one has its own page with the fees after scholarship, intakes, entry requirements and the documents you need.