As a student in Malaysia, every ringgit you spend will count, but the best news is that there are 10+ types of student discounts in Malaysia that can help you save big.
On this page is a comprehensive guide to save as a student in Malaysia.
Types of Student Discounts in Malaysia
You can apply student discount in Malaysia on the following types of essentials or services:
- Food
- Transportation
- Sports
- Entertainment
- Shopping
- Electronics
- Flights
The best Student Offers
Transportation
Students can take advantage of the MyRapid Concession Card, which offers a 50% discount on fares for RapidKL Bus, BRT, LRT, Monorail, and MRT services.
Check out our article on Transportation Options in Malaysia for International Students to know more about the concession card.
Food
Some food outlets offer exclusive deals for students such as the following:
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Marrybrown: students below 25 years old are eligible for a meal/set worth only RM5.90.
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Kenny Rogers: students get 25% off on weekdays from 2pm to 6pm.
Cinemas
Check out GSC and TGV movie tickets that are offered at RM12 for students on weekdays for any movie show before 6pm.
Bowling
Some bowling centers offer games at a cheaper price for students. Check out Sunway Mega Lanes Bowling Centre for a popular bowling destination that costs only RM5 for students and that will not break the bank.
Shopee For Students
Student discount in Malaysia is also applicable on shopping platforms such as Shopee. Students enjoy benefits such as RM15 off their purchases, free shipping, and more.
Spotify Student Discount
Students are eligible for a subscription plan worth only Rm8.50 instead of the original premium plan which is offered at RM15.90. More information on the spotify student discount is on the official premium subscription page.
Electronics
Electronics and devices companies offer major benefits to students of Malaysian institutions:
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Apple Store: Students are eligible to buy iPads and MacBooks when they verify their student status. More details regarding the Apple Store student discount are on the official website.
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Samsung: Samsung offers discounted products for students in Malaysia, however the discounts are limited to two products per year. Visit the official Samsung student discount page to view the discounted products.
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HP: HP offers devices at a discounted rate for students and 0% interest rate for purchases done with installments. Know more about the exclusive student promotions on HP’s official site.
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Lenovo: Student discounts in Malaysia Lenovo can go up to 20% on devices such as laptops and tablets. Students must verify their student ID upon purchase to apply for the student discount.
Phone Plans
Telecommunication companies in Malaysia such as U Mobile and Digi offer packages to students between the ages of 18 to 24 on their monthly phone plans.
Go-Kart International Kart Circuit
Sepang International Kart Circuit offers various packages that are discounted for students. Packages can be for as low as RM32. Be sure to check-out the Sepang International Kart Circuit website to know the different plans offered.
Gym Memberships
Some popular gym outlets such as Real Fitness offer walk-in slots to students for as low as RM10 per gym session. Visit the Real Fitness headquarters in Bandar Puchong Jaya, 47170 Puchong, Selangor, to access the student gym slots.
Occasional Discounts
Some companies or outlets offer student discounts in Malaysia on an occasional basis. Shopping outlets such as Uniqlo & Cotton on have student discounts on clothing at occasions during the year.
Other student discounts in Malaysia are offered at big bookstores such as BookXcess. BookXcess sells discounted study materials occasionally at the beginning of the academic year.
Last but not least, some flights at AirAsia allow for student discounts in Malaysia at special times during holiday seasons.