Post-Arrival Process
For International Student
Post-arrival Procedure
This guide outlines the essential administrative and logistical requirements you must complete immediately after your arrival to ensure a smooth transition to life at Perdana University.
Step 1: Report Day
Location: 5th Floor, Wisma Chase Perdana.
Compulsory Briefing: All new students must attend the post-arrival briefing. Refer to your email for your specific orientation date.
Forms to Complete: You are required to fill out the Endorsement of Student Pass application checklist and the Medical Examination form.
Step 2: Opening a Bank Account
The Registrar’s Office (RO) will provide full guidance on this process.
Procedure to open a bank account:
- Student Request: Inform the RO of your intention to open a bank account.
- Request Form: The RO will provide the Student Bank Account Request Form.
- Submission: Fill in all required details and return the completed form to the RO.
- Verification Letter: The RO will prepare and issue an official Verification Letter confirming your student status.
- Bank Visit: Visit the nearest bank branch, preferably between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM on weekdays.
- Account Request: State your wish to open a student savings account and request:
- Debit/ATM card.
- Online and mobile banking access.
Step 3: Medical Examination
Timeline: Medical screening must be completed within 3 days of arrival in Malaysia.
This screening must be conducted at recommended EMGS Panel Clinics.
- Requirements: Bring your Medical Examination form, one (1) photo, your passport, and the student post-arrival checklist.
- Outcome: You must receive a medical acknowledgement slip from the clinic.
- Important Note: Students who fail the medical examination may appeal for a second examination. If the second examination is failed, you will be required to return to your home country immediately.
Recommended Clinics:
- Kumpulan Medic, Bangunan KWSP: Monday–Friday (8:30 AM–5:00 PM), Saturday (8:30 AM–1:00 PM; 2:00 PM–4:00 PM).
- Klinik Catterall, Khoo and Raja Malek (Plaza Sentral): Monday–Friday (8:00 AM–4:30 PM), Saturday (8:00 AM–12:00 PM).
- Klinik Catterall Khoo and Raja Malek (Menara CIMB): Monday–Friday (8:30 AM–4:30 PM), Saturday (8:30 AM–12:00 PM).
Step 4: Report to the Faculty
After administrative reporting, you must report to your specific Faculty, Institute, Centre, or School.
- English Requirements: Students not meeting the university’s English requirements must sit for the English Placement Test (EPT) conducted by the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Humanities.
- English Programme: Depending on EPT results, you may be required to undergo an English programme prior to your academic programme.
- Academic Advice: Meet with your Head of School or Programme Coordinator for advice on course selection for the current semester.
Step 5: Passport Submission for Endorsement
Location: Visa Office, Level 5.
You MUST submit your passport for student pass endorsement (multiple entry) according to the schedule provided during your briefing.
- Submission Requirements:
- Original passport with at least 18 months’ validity.
- Entry visa or Special Pass with at least 10 working days’ validity.
- Medical Examination acknowledgement slip.
- Undertaking: You will fill out an Undertaking Letter and receive a certified copy of your passport while the original is being processed.
- Processing Time: Note that it can take at least 60 days for the Malaysian Immigration Department to issue the Visa Approval Letter.
Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding this process:
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Suite 5.3, Level 5 Wisma Chase Perdana Changkat Semantan, Damansara Heights, 50490 Kuala Lumpur
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- +603 - 2011 6478
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- +6019 - 912 6828
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