Malaysia and Ireland have fostered a strong educational relationship throughout these years. Malaysians have been pursuing medical studies in Ireland for more than 7 decades now.

As our medical student, you will spend the first 2 ½ years of the programme in Dublin, Ireland for your Pre-Clinical studies.

Our students also receive full support and guidance from our Student Affairs team on the immigration requirements to ensure that you have a smooth travel journey.

List of countries that do not require a visa:

If you are a citizen of the European Union (EU) or the following countries, you will not require a visa to travel to Ireland.

However, you must register with the immigration and obtain the Irish Residence Permit (IPR).

Australia

Brunei

Canada

EU Countries

Guatemala

Hong Kong (SAR)

Japan

Korea

Malawi

Malaysia

New Zealand

South Africa

United States of America

If you are from any of the countries listed above, you may refer to the guide for more information about travelling to Ireland.

If you are from countries apart from those listed above, you may check if you require a visa below.

Japan

Malaysia

South Africa

Brunei

Hong Kong (Special)

United States of America

Korea

New Zealand

Guatemala

Canada

Malawi

Australia

EU Countries

If you are from any of the countries listed above, you may refer to the guide for more information about travelling to Ireland.

If you are from countries apart from those listed above, you may check if you require a visa below.

Please submit the documents below for registration with the immigration.

If you do need a visa to fulfil your Irish immigration responsibilities, the RUMC student support team will provide you with all the required information and procedure, upon successful processing and approval of your application to the University.

Passport (and visa if required)

Letter of admission to medical college

Letter of guarantee indicating the amount of annual funds that you have available to support your time in Ireland.

Three passport-sized photographs.