Following a sold-out event in 2025, the immensely popular ICEF Dubai will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026, enabling educators and service providers from around the world to meet with quality, ICEF-accredited agents specialising in student recruitment from across the MENA region.
This important and diverse region, with its large, youthful population – around 50% of which is under the age of 24 – represents a significant opportunity. With a strong focus on international education in order to address a significant skills gap, growing demand has been evident in 15+ countries including Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, and United Arab Emirates.
For this event, ICEF only accepts agencies that have achieved ICEF Agency Status, our most rigorous screening and reference checking process.
Build your own personalised schedule of up to 38 one-to-one meetings with existing and potential partners.
Enjoy a programme of live seminars, presentations, and panel discussions, featuring experts from across the industry. Taking place on the opening day of the event, this is a unique opportunity to gain up-to-date information on the latest market trends and issues affecting the MENA region.
As well as pre-scheduled meetings, the included coffee breaks, lunches, and evening receptions provide additional opportunities to enjoy informal networking.
ICEF Dubai is held at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers in Dubai’s commercial district, a landmark 5-star hotel set among landscaped gardens with a swimming pool, sun deck, and spa. With 15 restaurants and bars – including one with spectacular views over Dubai – the Jumeirah Emirates Towers is a sophisticated, premium venue.
Registration and pricing for education representatives, cultural exchange and work and travel professionals.
Only agencies with ICEF Agency Status may apply to this event.
Registration and pricing for education representatives, cultural exchange and work and travel professionals.
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227 agents and 251 educators from 42 countries.
ICEF Dubai is an exceptional event that brings together industry leaders, educators, and service providers in the international education space. The opportunity to network, share insights, and stay ahead of emerging trends makes it a must-attend event. The organisation and attention to detail...
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ICEF events have been very informative and focused on international student mobility. It offers the institutions and support service providers a common platform to engage and devise solutions to benefit students globally. These events have helped us to develop new partnerships with international...
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Attending ICEF Dubai was a rich experience full of new opportunities and connections.
We had an amazing experience at ICEF Dubai! More than business - ICEF Dubai was about connections, friendships, and fun! We're grateful for the insights, networking, and memories. Thank you, ICEF! Until next time!
Attending ICEF Dubai was an incredible experience that provided unparalleled networking opportunities and valuable industry insights. The event brought together top educators, agents, and service providers from around the world, fostering meaningful collaborations and partnerships. The...
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It was a great event meeting old friends and signing new contracts with new universities. Everything was so well organised.
This is my second time attending ICEF Dubai. We have been a part of ICEF Berlin for nearly a decade and actively participate in events across Asia as well as online. Every ICEF event has been a fantastic experience, allowing us to build valuable connections with institutions from various countries,...
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