Dhaka: The 14th International Education Expo 2026, organized by the Foreign Admission and Career Development Consultants Association of Bangladesh (FACD-CAB), is set to commence in the city on August 7. The two-day event will take place at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel, aiming to unite education consultants, international university representatives, students, and other stakeholders on a single platform.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the expo will showcase digital innovations such as online stall booking systems, integrated digital payment solutions, and ICT-enabled support services to ensure smooth operations and an enhanced experience for participants. Students attending the fair will have the chance to engage directly with representatives from various international universities and receive guidance on scholarships, financial aid, tuition fees, visa processing, and career planning.
The event will be open from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on both days, with free entry for visitors, although prior registration is required. Details of the event were revealed during a press conference at the national press club on Monday, where FACD-CAB Senior Vice President and Convener of the 14th International Education Fair, Mohammad Bashir Ahmmed, outlined the key features of the expo.
This year’s fair will host representatives from 30 countries, offering consultancy services for approximately 300 world-class educational institutions globally. The event will be inaugurated by Foreign Minister Shama Obaed Islam, with State Minister for Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Nurul Haque Nur also scheduled to attend the opening ceremony.
During the press conference, FACD-CAB President Zulfikar Ali Jewel called on the government to introduce a transparent regulatory framework for the education consultancy sector. “We urgently need a clear and transparent policy for this sector in Bangladesh,” he stated, emphasizing that such a policy is essential to protect students pursuing overseas education opportunities from financial loss or fraud.