In this article, we quickly explain Malaysia’s student concession card—who’s eligible, the documents and fees, where to apply, and simple renewal tips.
Student Concession Card (Malaysia): Quick Facts
Malaysia’s student concession card gives discounted fares on MRT, LRT, Monorail, BRT, RapidKL buses, and KTM Komuter. Full-time local and international students (study duration of 6+ months) are eligible. Apply online or at Rapid KL service counters; processing times vary by intake.
- Documents: passport photo; original MyKad/Passport; original student card; student confirmation letter issued within the last 3 months.
- Card issue: RM5 card price + RM10 initial stored value (total RM15). Maintain a minimum purse value of RM5; reload at RapidKL stations, TNG SPOT, or any Touch ‘n Go reload point.
- Validity: tied to your enrolment; renew with an updated student letter/card when required.
Step 1 : Concession Card Application
Eligibility, you must be:
- A (college, university, polytechnic, school)
- Malaysian or International student
- Studying in Malaysia
- Have a valid student ID
Step 2: Prepare Documents
To register for the student concession card, you must bring the following original documents. Each item below includes a short explanation to guide you:
- Passport Photo; A recent, clear passport-sized photo for your card profile.
- Original MyKad or Passport Used to verify your identity. Make sure it is valid and not expired.
- Original Student Card: Proof that you are currently enrolled as a full-time student at your institution.
- Student Confirmation Letter (Not older than 3 months) must be an official letter from your college/university confirming your active student status. Offer letters are not accepted.
- Study Duration of More Than 6 Months Your confirmation letter must clearly state that your program lasts at least 6 months from the date of application
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Step 3: Fee Application
The student concession card costs RM15 in total, which includes a RM5 card fee and an initial stored value of RM10. This amount must be paid by the student during registration. After receiving the card, you can top up anytime at all RapidKL stations (BRT, LRT, Monorail, MRT), as well as TNG SPOT counters and any Touch ‘n Go reload point.
To ensure smooth travel, students must keep at least RM5 balance in the card at all times. If the purse value drops below RM5, the system will not allow entry at the gate, so regular top-ups are recommended. This helps avoid delays and ensures the card remains active for daily commuting.
Step 4: Approval Timing
Student concession cards in Malaysia are available for full-time students through RapidKL and KTM. For RapidKL (MRT/LRT/Monorail/BRT), walk-in applications at concession counters are normally processed immediately, and the card is issued on the spot once documents are verified and the RM15 fee is paid. Students may apply and collect their card at major RapidKL centers such as Pasar Seni, KL Sentral, Putrajaya Sentral, Avenue K (KLCC),>Masjid Jamek, Subang Jaya, Wangsa Maju, and Kelana Jaya.
Final Step: Collection
For students applying, RapidKL typically requires >3–7 working days to review and approve the application. Applicants will be notified directly by RapidKL once the card is ready for collection at the designated counter.
