Student Pass vs Student Visa (Residente Temporal Estudiante)
Student visa comparison: Malaysia and Mexico. Tuition, work rights, financial requirements and post-study pathways.
Overview
 MY
Student Pass
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 MX
Student Visa (Residente Temporal Estudiante)
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Mexico |
| Program type | Full time | Full time |
| Status | Active | Active |
At a glance
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MY
Student Pass
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MX
Student Visa (Residente Temporal Estudiante)
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|---|---|---|
| Initial duration | 12 mo | — |
| Proof of funds | — | — |
| Application fee | — | $56 |
| Work during study | Yes | Yes |
| Post-study visa | Yes | No |
Tuition
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MY
Student Pass
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MX
Student Visa (Residente Temporal Estudiante)
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| Tuition policy | Full fee | Mixed |
| Tuition-free scope | None | None |
| Tuition minimum | $2,500 | — |
| Tuition maximum | $9,500 | — |
| Scholarships available | Yes | Yes |
Duration
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MY
Student Pass
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MX
Student Visa (Residente Temporal Estudiante)
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| Initial duration | 12 months | — |
| Maximum duration | — | — |
| Renewable | Yes | Yes |
| Renewal duration | 12 months | 12 months |
Financial requirements
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MY
Student Pass
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MX
Student Visa (Residente Temporal Estudiante)
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|---|---|---|
| Application fee | — | $56 |
Work during study
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MY
Student Pass
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MX
Student Visa (Residente Temporal Estudiante)
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| Work allowed | Yes | Yes |
| Hours per week (term) | 20 hrs | — |
| Hours per week (vacation) | 20 hrs | — |
| Unlimited hours | No | No |
| Freelance allowed | No | No |
| On campus only | No | No |
| Work permission type | Separate permit | Separate permit |
Requirements
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MY
Student Pass
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MX
Student Visa (Residente Temporal Estudiante)
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| Full-time study | Required | Required |
| Institution accreditation | Required | Required |
| Health insurance | Required | Not required |
| Medical exam | Required | Not required |
| Criminal record check | Not required | Not required |
| Accommodation proof | Not required | Not required |
| Visa interview | Not required | Required |
Family and dependents
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MY
Student Pass
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MX
Student Visa (Residente Temporal Estudiante)
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| Dependents allowed | Yes | Yes |
| Dependent restriction | Higher-education Master’s and PhD students may apply for dependants; Bachelor’s students are eligible only from listed nationalities. Language, training/skills and accredited-centre students are ineligible. Eligible family members include spouse, children under 18, disabled children, parents and parents-in-law. | Spouse, children, and family unit members. |
| Spouse can work | No | No |
| Spouse work unrestricted | No | No |
| Children can attend school | Yes | Yes |
Post-study pathways
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MY
Student Pass
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MX
Student Visa (Residente Temporal Estudiante)
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| Post-study visa | Yes | No |
| Work permit | Yes | Yes |
| Permanent residency | No | No |
| Citizenship | No | No |
| Time counts toward permanent residency | No | No |
Application process
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MY
Student Pass
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MX
Student Visa (Residente Temporal Estudiante)
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| Method | Online | In person |
| Processing time | 14–14 days | — |
| Apply in-country | No | No |
| Multiple entry | Yes | Yes |
| Schengen access | No | No |