Our flagship event, ICEF Berlin connects thousands of colleagues, peers, partners and friends from around the world. It is the annual must-attend event for the international education community.
ICEF Berlin where the global education industry meets
1,000+Agents
1,300+Providers
119+Countries
Having celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2025, ICEF Berlin returns in 2026. Established as the premier event for international student recruitment over the past three decades, it has significantly shaped the global education sector. Join thousands of industry leaders to nurture partnerships creating new opportunities for your international students. With over 25,000 face-to-face meetings conducted over two days, ICEF Berlin is the event where business gets done.
A highly popular event with unparalleled networking opportunities, ICEF Berlin allows you to meet industry professionals from over 100 countries, make new connections, attend informative and interactive, expert-led seminars, and develop the strategies necessary to drive the international student recruitment sector forward with a focus on quality and sustainability.
1,000+Agents
1,300+Providers
119+Countries
Event programme, seminars, & meetings
Build your own personalised schedule of up to 38 in-person, one-to-one meetings with existing and potential partners.
Enjoy a full programme of seminars, presentations, and panel discussions, with established experts from across the industry. Taking place on the opening day, this is a unique opportunity to learn about the latest market trends affecting the global education sector.
In addition to your programme of pre-scheduled meetings, take advantage of a range of informal networking opportunities, including coffee breaks, lunches, and evening receptions.
Who attends ICEF Berlin
ICEF Berlin attracts thousands of industry leaders from around the world who recruit for language travel, pathway programmes, as well as higher, secondary and vocational education. All agents in attendance have been rigorously screened by ICEF and adhere to the highest standards of international student recruitment, with over 60% of agents representing senior management. They are joined by owners and CEOs of service providers, cultural exchange and work and travel companies, all of whom travel to Berlin each year to expand their networks.
Over the course of thirty years, we have helped thousands of institutions, agencies, and students to flourish, with our well established community returning year after year, because they know that ICEF Berlin always brings results.
Venue
ICEF Berlin will be held at the award-winning InterContinental Hotel. Voted Germany’s leading conference hotel for 2024 (World Travel Awards) and the only hotel in the DACH region to be nominated for World’s Leading Conference Hotel in 2025, it is renowned as the most spacious hotel in the capital and is conveniently located just a short walk from the government quarter, historic centre, shopping districts, world-famous Potsdamer Platz, and Kurfürstendamm Boulevard.
The hotel offers innovative business facilities, a range of fine and casual dining options, as well as exceptional spa and fitness amenities, making it a premium venue for ICEF’s premier event.
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ICEF is the place where you can learn about education trends, meet educators, agents, service providers and key people in the education industry, enhance your network, and more. I've been attending ICEF for over 10 years, and every year you get updated, meet new people, nurture your network...
Jannyree Gongora, EU Business School, Spain
ICEF is the place where you can learn about education trends, meet educators, agents, service providers and key people in the education industry, enhance your network, and more. I've been attending ICEF for over 10 years, and every year you get updated, meet new people, nurture your network and make lot of friendships. This is the place to be.
ICEF is where ideas turn into partnerships. Every event gives us new energy, new connections, and new opportunities for our students. Their events are always worth attending.
Illar ImraniAzeri Student, Azerbaijan
Illar Imrani, Azeri Student, Azerbaijan
ICEF is where ideas turn into partnerships. Every event gives us new energy, new connections, and new opportunities for our students. Their events are always worth attending.
Another great ICEF event enabling me to meet my contacts and prospective partners in one place. It's great to see such positivity and support in the sector as we navigate changes to the UK boarding school market.
Becky WilkinsHaberdashers' Monmouth School, UK
Becky Wilkins, Haberdashers' Monmouth School, UK
Another great ICEF event enabling me to meet my contacts and prospective partners in one place. It's great to see such positivity and support in the sector as we navigate changes to the UK boarding school market.
After 20+ years in the education sector — primarily in B2C — attending ICEF Berlin for the first time was a truly refreshing and eye-opening experience. The scale, diversity, and global engagement at this event were unlike anything I’ve been part of before!
It was wonderful meeting so many...
Ravi MehndirattaGLS Global Services GmbH, Switzerland
Ravi Mehndiratta, GLS Global Services GmbH, Switzerland
After 20+ years in the education sector — primarily in B2C — attending ICEF Berlin for the first time was a truly refreshing and eye-opening experience. The scale, diversity, and global engagement at this event were unlike anything I’ve been part of before!
It was wonderful meeting so many partners and colleagues from across the world — both from our GUS family and many other esteemed institutions. Each conversation reminded me how powerful collaboration is in shaping the future of international education.
I’m incredibly proud to have represented and promoted our GUS Medical & Veterinary Schools on such a prominent global platform. The interest and passion we received reinforce our commitment to supporting students on their medical journeys worldwide.
A big congratulations to ICEF on its milestone 30th anniversary! Thank you for creating such an exceptional environment for meaningful partnerships and industry growth.
I’m returning inspired and excited about the opportunities ahead, driven by the strong relationships we built in Berlin. I'm looking forward to what comes next!
It was a truly valuable experience. We are very satisfied with the quality of the meetings, the professionalism of the team, and the overall atmosphere. We look forward to future collaborations and continued partnerships.
Abdoulaye FallPerfectible.sn, Senegal
Abdoulaye Fall, Perfectible.sn, Senegal
It was a truly valuable experience. We are very satisfied with the quality of the meetings, the professionalism of the team, and the overall atmosphere. We look forward to future collaborations and continued partnerships.
Participating in ICEF Berlin 2025 was an inspiring and rewarding experience for us as a student recruitment agency. This global event is more than just a networking platform. It’s where connections turn into collaborations and ideas evolve into opportunities.
Meeting passionate university...
Abir Murad, Edutopia, Lebanon
Participating in ICEF Berlin 2025 was an inspiring and rewarding experience for us as a student recruitment agency. This global event is more than just a networking platform. It’s where connections turn into collaborations and ideas evolve into opportunities.
Meeting passionate university representatives, valued partners, and new friends reminded me how powerful shared goals can be. Each conversation brought fresh perspectives and opened doors to programmes and partnerships that will directly benefit our students and enrich the services we provide.
I’m deeply grateful to the ICEF team for their warm hospitality and for creating such a meaningful space for growth. This experience has truly strengthened our mission to guide students toward their best educational futures.
ICEF events have consistently proven to be among the most impactful platforms in international education. Each time I attend ICEF Berlin, I return inspired by the professionalism, the global diversity of participants, and the sheer quality of the connections made.
This 30th anniversary edition...
Antonello Cappittaeie European Business School, Malta
Antonello Cappitta, eie European Business School, Malta
ICEF events have consistently proven to be among the most impactful platforms in international education. Each time I attend ICEF Berlin, I return inspired by the professionalism, the global diversity of participants, and the sheer quality of the connections made.
This 30th anniversary edition was no exception. It was flawlessly organised, energising, and a true celebration of what global education stands for: access, collaboration, and innovation.
At eie European Business School, our growth across multiple countries and continents has been greatly supported by partnerships initiated or strengthened through ICEF.
Thank you for continuing to raise the bar. I look forward to many more years of collaboration.
It was an absolute pleasure to attend ICEF Berlin for the first time. I was very impressed with the organisation and had amazing conversations where I could learn about industry trends and identify great opportunities for our company.
Cinthia VasconcelosDB Sports International Academy, Ireland
Cinthia Vasconcelos, DB Sports International Academy, Ireland
It was an absolute pleasure to attend ICEF Berlin for the first time. I was very impressed with the organisation and had amazing conversations where I could learn about industry trends and identify great opportunities for our company.
This was my third year at ICEF Berlin and it is always the highlight of our recruitment conferences. The amount of careful thought and detail that goes into planning every small detail of the conference never ceases to impress me year on year. There really seems to be something at these events...
Dan Thompson, Ipswich High School, UK
This was my third year at ICEF Berlin and it is always the highlight of our recruitment conferences. The amount of careful thought and detail that goes into planning every small detail of the conference never ceases to impress me year on year. There really seems to be something at these events for everyone. I already can't wait for next year!
Attending ICEF Berlin has been an incredible experience, offering valuable opportunities to engage with educators, international leaders, and partner agencies from around the world. The event provided a strong platform to build meaningful connections and explore collaborations that align with...
Hassaan RaufStudyShed Global Consultants, Pakistan
Hassaan Rauf, StudyShed Global Consultants, Pakistan
Attending ICEF Berlin has been an incredible experience, offering valuable opportunities to engage with educators, international leaders, and partner agencies from around the world. The event provided a strong platform to build meaningful connections and explore collaborations that align with StudyShed’s mission of fostering global education access. I am confident that the insights and relationships developed here will help us to strengthen our international network and work more closely with leading organisations worldwide.
ICEF provides a wonderful opportunity for individuals from all over the world to showcase themselves, their schools, their companies, and the advancements in the field of education. It also allows for the exchange of cutting-edge educational information with peers globally, helping to realiae...
Huang BingNorth America International Education, China
Huang Bing, North America International Education, China
ICEF provides a wonderful opportunity for individuals from all over the world to showcase themselves, their schools, their companies, and the advancements in the field of education. It also allows for the exchange of cutting-edge educational information with peers globally, helping to realiae personal value and contribute to the flourishing development of education worldwide.
Thanks to efficient scheduling and communication, ICEF events are the most efficient way to meet new partners in the study abroad industry. ICEF Berlin is big, busy, and it is always a blast.
Johan Lennart AsplundDreamstudies, Sweden
Johan Lennart Asplund, Dreamstudies, Sweden
Thanks to efficient scheduling and communication, ICEF events are the most efficient way to meet new partners in the study abroad industry. ICEF Berlin is big, busy, and it is always a blast.
At Sage College, we regard ICEF Berlin as an essential event for building strong international partnerships. It offers exceptional networking opportunities with trusted education professionals from around the world. The organisation, professionalism, and positive atmosphere make it a highlight...
Laura WeatherstonSage College, The British School of Jerez, Spain
Laura Weatherston, Sage College, The British School of Jerez, Spain
At Sage College, we regard ICEF Berlin as an essential event for building strong international partnerships. It offers exceptional networking opportunities with trusted education professionals from around the world. The organisation, professionalism, and positive atmosphere make it a highlight of our international outreach each year.
I truly enjoy taking part in this event because in just a few days you can meet both the long-standing partners that you’ve worked with for years and connect with new organisations and schools, to develop new projects.
Attending ICEF Berlin is essential to understanding market trends, what’s...
Loretta Corrò, Obiettivo Lingua, Italy
I truly enjoy taking part in this event because in just a few days you can meet both the long-standing partners that you’ve worked with for years and connect with new organisations and schools, to develop new projects.
Attending ICEF Berlin is essential to understanding market trends, what’s emerging, and what is no longer relevant. It’s a valuable moment to exchange ideas with partners in our industry, focusing on business growth and personal fulfillment.
ICEF Berlin is the event to be at if you want to grow or kick-start your business as an international educator. You don’t just meet great agents, you also get fresh ideas and insights that keep you inspired and moving forward. It really is the place to be in this industry.
María Castro BlázquezMy German Dream, Germany
María Castro Blázquez, My German Dream, Germany
ICEF Berlin is the event to be at if you want to grow or kick-start your business as an international educator. You don’t just meet great agents, you also get fresh ideas and insights that keep you inspired and moving forward. It really is the place to be in this industry.
The event was outstanding. I truly appreciated the energy of all participants and the opportunity to meet and reconnect with such highly skilled professionals from across the international education sector. It was an enriching and inspiring experience.
Perla PayánGled - Global Education Corp., Mexico
Perla Payán, Gled - Global Education Corp., Mexico
The event was outstanding. I truly appreciated the energy of all participants and the opportunity to meet and reconnect with such highly skilled professionals from across the international education sector. It was an enriching and inspiring experience.
What a fantastic few days it’s been at this year’s 30th-anniversary workshop! With over 2,000 delegates from around the world, it was an incredible celebration of our industry’s energy and connection. This event was extra special for me personally — my 25th time attending! Having joined over...
Reka LenartAssociation of Language Travel Organisations (ALTO), UK
Reka Lenart, Association of Language Travel Organisations (ALTO), UK
What a fantastic few days it’s been at this year’s 30th-anniversary workshop! With over 2,000 delegates from around the world, it was an incredible celebration of our industry’s energy and connection. This event was extra special for me personally — my 25th time attending! Having joined over the years as part of an agency, as a school representative, and now as part of an association that unites everyone in the sector, it’s been amazing to watch how the event has grown while keeping its welcoming, collaborative spirit.
A huge thank-you to the organisers for yet another brilliantly planned and delivered event. The mix of great business meetings, genuine conversations, and friendly faces made it a true highlight once again. Here’s to many more milestones together — and I look forward to the next one!
ICEF Berlin was once again an outstanding event — perfectly organised and full of meaningful connections. The opportunity to meet so many passionate professionals and explore new partnership opportunities in such a dynamic environment is truly invaluable. A must-attend event for anyone in international...
Stefano Pantalone, Greenwich College, Australia
ICEF Berlin was once again an outstanding event — perfectly organised and full of meaningful connections. The opportunity to meet so many passionate professionals and explore new partnership opportunities in such a dynamic environment is truly invaluable. A must-attend event for anyone in international education.
ICEF Berlin 2025 was an absolutely wonderful event that brought together professionals, educators, and partners from across the globe under one roof. The organization, networking opportunities, and insightful sessions truly made it a memorable experience. It was inspiring to connect with like-minded...
Vikram Singh Negi, Aspirations Abroad, India
ICEF Berlin 2025 was an absolutely wonderful event that brought together professionals, educators, and partners from across the globe under one roof. The organization, networking opportunities, and insightful sessions truly made it a memorable experience. It was inspiring to connect with like-minded individuals and explore new avenues for collaboration in the international education sector.
I’d like to extend my appreciation to the ICEF team for curating such a well-structured and engaging event. I'm looking forward to being a part of many more editions in the future!
I was really impressed by the scale of the event and the level of organization. I have attended many EXPOs before but ICEF Berlin was outstanding!
Zhainagul DoolotbekovaEdUS, Kyrgyz Republic
Zhainagul Doolotbekova, EdUS, Kyrgyz Republic
I was really impressed by the scale of the event and the level of organization. I have attended many EXPOs before but ICEF Berlin was outstanding!
