DATE
15 – 16 October 2026
TIME
11:00 – 19:00
COST
€ 1,250
Student Fair
Connect with high-achieving students from leading international and bilingual schools through our Education Fairs Portugal, including Lisbon and the Algarve. These fairs provide direct access to students seeking global study opportunities, with Lisbon specifically focused on recruiting bachelor’s and master’s students. This makes the Lisbon education fair an ideal platform for undergraduate and postgraduate student recruitment in Portugal.
Why take part in the Education Fairs Portugal?
Direct Access to High-Quality, International Students
Education Fairs Portugal connect universities with a highly qualified, globally minded student audience across Lisbon and the Algarve. With an expected 2,000 undergraduate and postgraduate candidates from 28 leading international and bilingual schools, the fairs provide an efficient, targeted platform to engage students ready for international study.
Pre-Screened and Motivated Candidates
Meet pre-screened and qualified students who are academically ambitious and enrolled in globally focused curricula, well-prepared for bachelor’s and master’s degree pathways abroad. Strong counselor-led guidance and engaged families ensure students arrive informed and motivated, resulting in meaningful conversations and higher-quality recruitment outcomes.
Showcase Your Institution
Universities can host workshops and spotlight presentations to highlight academic programs, share success stories, and engage directly with students and families. These interactions create a personalized recruitment experience and strengthen your institution’s profile in Portugal’s growing international education market.
Smart Lead Capture for Maximum ROI
Capture leads efficiently with Smart Scan tooling, converting interactions into actionable enrollment opportunities. This ensures follow-up is seamless, helping universities maximize recruitment outcomes from each event.
Focused Recruitment in Lisbon
The ConnectED Fair in Lisbon is specifically designed for bachelor’s and master’s student recruitment, providing a single-day, integrated experience with dedicated sessions for each audience. It is the ideal opportunity for institutions seeking undergraduate and postgraduate candidates in Portugal.
LOCATIONS
Portugal, Europe
- 1
Lisbon
- 2
Algarve
Pricing Information
€ 1,250
Lisbon ConnectED Fair – Undergraduate and Postgraduate recruitment
€ 2,500
Algarve – Undergraduate recruitment
€ 1,250
Event Itinerary & Key details
15 October 2026 Education Fair Algarve
Algarve, targeting undergraduate candidates
Taking place at international school in the Algarve
10:30-13:00 / 15:30 – 18:00
16 October 2026 ConnectED Education Fair Lisbon
Targeting undergraduate and postgraduate candidates
Location: tbc
11:00 – 14:00 (undergraduate event)
16:00 – 19:00 (postgraduate event)
• One booth per fair with up to two participants per booth
• Smart booth: QR codes for brochures and lead generation via the Scan App
• Transfers between venues (schools, suggested hotels, airports)
• Meals and beverages during events
• Networking cocktail
• Advertisement
• Access to the custom Scan App
• Strict tour coordination, following all safety precautions
The Education Fairs Portugal connect universities with academically ambitious students across Lisbon, Algarve. Undergraduate fairs at international schools provide direct access to students following globally focused curricula, featuring spotlight presentations, personalized 1-to-1 meetings, and guidance on programs, admissions, scholarships, and living abroad.
The ConnectED Fair in Lisbon takes place in a hotel and offers a unique, integrated format for bachelor’s and master’s students, with targeted talks and dedicated sessions in a single day, allowing institutions to engage both audiences efficiently.
Across all events, universities benefit from personalized engagement, admissions support, and easy lead capture via the Scan App, ensuring meaningful connections with motivated, well-prepared students.
Visitor info & Target Audience
No. of visitors
2,000
Undergraduate and Postgraduate candidates from Lisbon and Algarve
Target audience
High school students from top-tier international and national schools.
Final-year undergraduates and recent graduates exploring postgraduate options.
Engaged parents and education advisors who influence key decisions.
The Portuguese Study Abroad Market
Latest Portuguese Higher Education Study Abroad Data (source: UNESCO Institute for Statistics)
At this point a total number of 22,800 Portuguese students are studying abroad for a degree in higher education (source: UNESCO). The most popular study abroad destinations among students from Portugal are:
Popular study destinations among Portuguese students
UK – 5,000
Spain – 4,800
France – 3,700
Germany – 2,800
Italy – 1,500
USA – 950
MARKET REPORT PORTUGAL
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Participants
Past editions of the Education Fair Portugal have welcomed leading international universities, colleges, and business schools. Please send us an email for a recent overview of participants.
FAQ
The following institutions are invited to join the student recruitment tour in Portugal.
🎓 Accredited Universities & Business Schools
Offering Bachelor’s and Master, MBA and LLM degree programs.
🌍 Foundation & Language Programs
Institutions offering foundation programs, language preparation courses, and student support services.
🏛 Cultural Institutions & Embassies
Cultural institutions, embassies, and organizations showcasing international education offerings.
You can register by filling out the enquiry form on our website. Once submitted, our team will confirm availability and provide further details.
Booth locations are assigned by the event organization. If you have any specific requests or questions, please submit a pre-registration request and we’ll be happy to look into it.
Accommodation is not included in the exhibitor package. However, we can make suggestions for hotels at or near the venue. Once you register, we will provide details on recommended hotels and how to book at favorable rates.
Airport–hotel transfers will be arranged, with more information shared once you’ve registered for the event
With SmartScan technology, you can effortlessly collect and manage student leads throughout the Portuguese tour, allowing for easy follow-up and continued engagement with prospective students after the fairs