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Welcome to your Nottingham journey! 

Before you set foot on campus, there are a few important things to check off your list. We will guide you through everything you need to do in the weeks leading up to your arrival from booking accommodation to sorting your visa.

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Before your arrival checklist  

Starting university is a big step, and we’re here to help you ease into it. Before the semester begins, there are a few important things to complete.

  1. Book your accommodation
  2. Visa and immigration (for International Students only) 
  3. Activate your student IT account and complete registration
  4. Apply for your university card
  5. Pay your tuition fee

1. Book Your Accommodation 

Where you will be staying while studying at UNM is crucial. So, if you haven’t secured your on-campus accommodation, then you may do so through the On-Line Accommodation Application (OLAA) portal. 

If you have already booked your accommodation and received an offer, do fill in the online check-in form and indicate your check-in date at least 3 working days before you arrive. Check-ins can only be done from Monday to Friday (9.00am to 7.00pm). 

Book through OLAA Check-in form

 

2. Visa and Immigration (For International Students only)  

Make sure the following are complete before you travel: 

  • Read the KLIA Arrival SOP provided by the Visa Office. 
  • Have your electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVAL), Single Entry Visa (SEV) or eVISA, and passport ready. 
  • Complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online. 
  • Check your email for the Airport Arrival Form instructions from the International Student Support team. 

Fill in the MDAC

 

3. Activate Your IT Account and Complete Your Registration 

Around 4 weeks before your course starts, you’ll get an email with your student ID. Use it to activate your account and access university systems like the NottinghamHub and Moodle. 

Once your IT account is active, log into NottinghamHub, go to the ‘Registration’ tile and follow the steps to complete your online registration. 

More about IT Account activation More about NottinghamHub registration

 

4. Apply for Your University Card 

Around 4 weeks before induction, you will receive an email with a step-by-step guide on how to upload your photo and apply for your university card. If you did not receive the email, please contact Student Registry via email.  

 

5. Pay Your Tuition Fee 

Once you are done with the registration on NottinghamHub, it is time to finalise your fees including your tuition fees, accommodation fee and others. Payments can be made via the NottinghamHub, bank transfer, credit/debit card or cheque.  

Please note that effective 6 July 2025, a 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) will apply to UNM fees and education-related charges for non-Malaysian students.  

How to pay fees for Malaysia students How to pay fees for International students

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is airport pick-up available when I arrive? 
Yes! Free airport pick-up is available from 2nd to 15th September 2025 at 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM, excluding weekends and public holidays. To book your spot, please fill in the Arrival Information Form. 
Can I check in to my accommodation on the weekend? 

Generally, check-in is only available during weekdays (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM). However, special weekend check-ins are allowed on: 

  • Saturday, 13 September 2025 
  • Sunday, 14 September 2025 
  • Monday, 15 September 2025 (Public Holiday) 
  • Tuesday, 16 September 2025 (Public Holiday) 

 Operating hours on these days will be from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. 

I want to check-in to the accommodation on a weekend. Can I do that? 

Check-in can only be made during Operational hours, Monday-Friday (9.00 am to 7.00 pm). Check-ins during weekends and public holidays are not available except for the following dates:  

A. 13th September 2025, Saturday 
B. 14th September 2025, Sunday 
C. 15thSeptember 2025, Monday 
D. 16th September 2025, Tuesday 

Operating hours during the above dates are from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm. 

What if my arrival is after office hours?  
For international on-campus accommodation residents arriving after office hours, please notify the Accommodation Office via accommodation@nottingham.edu.my for check-in arrangements, one week before the arrival date. 
When can activate my student IT account?  

Check your personal email about four weeks before your course starts. You’ll receive an email with your student ID – you’ll need this to activate your IT account. 

 Do not try to activate your student IT account before receiving the email, as doing it too early may cause errors. 

How do I retrieve my Visa Approval Letter (eVAL)? 
Once your visa application is approved by the Immigration Department of Malaysia, you’ll receive an email notification and can download your Visa Approval Letter (eVAL) through the EMGS Mobile App. 
Do I need to apply for a Single Entry Visa (SEV)? 
Depending on your nationality, you may need a Single Entry Visa (SEV) or eVISA to enter Malaysia. Please check if an SEV is required via the Malaysian Immigration website. If an SEV is required, apply at your nearest Malaysian embassy or consulate. You may be eligible to apply online for an eVISA, depending on your country. 

 

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