LIVING EXPENSES
Living expenses vary according to individual lifestyles. The amount estimated below is an average figure of the monthly and annual expenses an international student may incur in Malaysia.

BANKING FACILITIES

Major Local Banks
The major local banks in Malaysia are:

• Malayan Banking Bhd (MBB)
• Bank Bumiputra Malaysia Bhd (BBMB)
• Public Bank Bhd (PBB)
• Southern Bank Bhd (SBB)
• Standard Charted

Most banks operate on Monday – Friday from 10am to 3pm and on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 9.30am – 11.30am. However, most banks would have the 24-hours tele-banking systems apart from Internet banking.

Opening a bank account
You should open a bank account as soon as possible after your arrival.
Remember to bring along your passport, RM500 cash and a letter from the academy to certify that you are a student of The One Academy.

Cash cards
A cash card (ATM card) enables you to withdraw cash from Cash-on-Line Automated Teller Machines. Access to your account is with your Personal Identification Number (PIN number).

Do not let others know your PIN number and do not allow others to withdraw money from your account on your behalf.

If you lose your card, call the respective bank immediately.

If you still have doubts about the banking system or the location of the banks in Malaysia, kindly seek assistance from our Student Services Department.

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