Expand Your University's Reach Across International Student Markets

Connect with prospective students, parents, school counsellors, and education professionals across key recruitment markets in MENA and Türkiye through EDIS International Education Fairs.

Next Fair · · Casablanca, Morocco

Explore Upcoming FairsExhibit at EDIS
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REACHConnect with students actively exploring international education opportunities.

ACCESSMeet students, parents, school counselors, and education professionals in one place.

VISIBILITYStrengthen your university's presence and brand awareness in priority recruitment markets.

GROWTHBuild meaningful connections, generate enquiries, and expand your international recruitment pipeline.

UPCOMINGEDIS Fairs

Plan your international recruitment calendar and connect with students and parents across key education markets in MENA and Türkiye.

  1. Casablanca, Morocco · Next Fair
  2. Doha, Qatar
  3. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  4. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
  5. Aleppo, Syria
  6. Damascus, Syria

ABOUTEDIS

EDIS International Education Fairs connect universities and education institutions with prospective students, families, school counsellors, and education professionals across key recruitment markets in the Middle East, North Africa, and Türkiye.

Since 2017, EDIS has grown into an international recruitment platform that helps institutions strengthen their visibility, engage directly with prospective applicants, and expand their presence across high-potential education markets.

Originally established with a strong focus on promoting Turkish higher education internationally, EDIS now welcomes universities and education institutions from around the world, providing them with direct access to thousands of prospective students across multiple markets.

14
Cities since 2017
37
Fairs held since 2017
43,966
Visitors since 2017

WHOYou'll Meet at EDIS

EDIS brings together prospective students, families, education professionals, and institutions within one international recruitment environment.

Your Audience

  1. 01

    Prospective Students

    Undergraduate, postgraduate, and pathway candidates actively exploring international study opportunities.

  2. 02

    Parents & Families

    Key decision-makers supporting students throughout their international education journey.

  3. 03

    School Counsellors & Academic Advisors

    Professionals guiding students through university, programme, and destination selection.

  4. 04

    School Representatives & Educators

    Teachers, principals, and education professionals supporting students' academic progression and international university choices.

Participating Institutions

  1. 01

    Universities & Higher Education Institutions

    Universities from different countries presenting their programmes and study opportunities.

  2. 02

    International Schools

    Accredited schools supporting students preparing for higher education.

  3. 03

    Language & Pathway Providers

    Institutions offering language preparation, foundation, and pathway programmes.

  4. 04

    Education & Student Support Providers

    Organisations providing services related to accommodation, student support, and the international education journey.

TIMELINEFrom One City to Seven in a Single Season

Season 2026

11,435

Visitors in the season

Universities
136
Cities
7
EDIS seasons from 2017 to 2026: cities, visitors and universities
YearHost citiesVisitorsUniversities
2017Istanbul7727
2018Istanbul · Gaziantep1,65315
2019Istanbul · Gaziantep2,23535
2021Istanbul · Amman · Baghdad · Erbil3,25353
2022Doha · Istanbul · Mersin · Gaziantep · Amman5,74881
2023Doha · Istanbul · Dubai · Ankara5,34298
2024Doha · Istanbul · Riyadh · Jeddah · Casablanca7,60487
2025Doha · Istanbul · Riyadh · Jeddah5,924134
2026Doha · Riyadh · Jeddah · Istanbul · Casablanca · Aleppo · Damascus11,435136
Two students talking with a university representative at his stand at EDIS

DIRECTEngagement

Meet prospective students and key decision-makers face-to-face, answer their questions in real time, and build stronger connections throughout the fair.

Engage directly with students and families interested in admissions, programmes, tuition, scholarships, accommodation, and international study opportunities.

WHYExhibit at EDIS?

  1. 01

    Reach Prospective Students

    Meet students actively exploring international study opportunities and introduce them directly to your programmes.

  2. 02

    Build Market Presence

    Increase your institution's visibility in key recruitment markets across MENA and Türkiye.

  3. 03

    Connect With Decision-Makers

    Engage face-to-face with students, parents, school counsellors, and education professionals who influence study decisions.

  4. 04

    Strengthen Your Recruitment Pipeline

    Generate enquiries, build relationships with prospective applicants, and support your international recruitment goals.

Exhibit at EDIS
Speakers on a seminar stage at EDIS in front of the audience
A study abroad seminar on the fair stage

MORE THAN ANExhibition

EDIS also features talks and expert-led sessions that engage students, families, and education professionals throughout the fair.

Topics include international education, university pathways, career development, scholarships, and emerging opportunities in global education.

Our previous speakers include

  • Portrait of Dr. Tareq Al Suwaidan, speaker at an EDIS fairDr. Tareq Al SuwaidanProfessional trainer in management fields
  • Portrait of Dr. Jasem Al Mutawa, speaker at an EDIS fairDr. Jasem Al MutawaSocial and educational consultant
  • Portrait of Nur Al Masri, speaker at an EDIS fairNur Al MasriPersonal development expert
  • Portrait of Ismael Tamr, speaker at an EDIS fairIsmael TamrActor
  • Portrait of Muthana Al Salih, speaker at an EDIS fairMuthana Al SalihJournalist
  • Portrait of Hamra Taştan, speaker at an EDIS fairHamra TaştanContent creator
  • Portrait of Alisar Alfalah, speaker at an EDIS fairAlisar AlfalahNews personality
  • Portrait of Dr. Mohamed Issam Maho, speaker at an EDIS fairDr. Mohamed Issam MahoScientist
  • Portrait of Shangin Alioglu, speaker at an EDIS fairShangin AliogluScientist
  • Portrait of Nikolas Khoury, speaker at an EDIS fairNikolas KhouryContent creator
  • Portrait of Mahdi Kamah, speaker at an EDIS fairMahdi KamahJournalist
  • Portrait of Mahmoud Al-Najjar, speaker at an EDIS fairMahmoud Al-NajjarSales manager

UNIVERSITIESThat Have Participated in EDIS

EDIS has welcomed universities and higher education institutions from a range of international study destinations, connecting them with prospective students across our recruitment markets.

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BRINGYour Institution to EDIS

Meet prospective international students, strengthen your presence in priority recruitment markets, and expand your institution's international reach.

Next Fair: · Casablanca, Morocco

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