European Higher Education Fair 2026 Connects Indonesian Students with 92 Universities
The European Union and Indonesia launched the 18th edition of the European Higher Education Fair (EHEF) in Jakarta on November 7–8, 2026, bringing together 92 higher education institutions from 14 EU member states. Beny Bandanadjaja, Director of Learning and Student Affairs at Indonesia’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, stated at the opening that the partnership gives students access to international academic networks and overseas experience, ANTARA News reported.
Before the Jakarta exhibition at the Catur Dharma Hall in Menara Astra, the fair stopped in Yogyakarta on November 4, drawing more than 5,000 visitors, according to ANTARA News. Aktualita.co noted that the free public event aims to guide prospective applicants through admission requirements, major options, and campus life before they commit to studying abroad. Marco Bonetti of the Delegation of the European Union to Indonesia told Aktualita.co that the platform lets students and parents speak directly with education counselors and diplomatic representatives.
| Event Edition | Date | Location | Participation |
|---|---|---|---|
| EHEF Yogyakarta | November 4, 2026 | Yogyakarta | Over 5,000 visitors |
| EHEF Jakarta | November 7–8, 2026 | Menara Astra, Jakarta | 92 institutions from 14 EU states |
Scholarship Funding and Erasmus+ Academic Exchanges Drive Growth
EU Ambassador to Indonesia Hervé Delphin stated that the union provides more than 1,000 scholarships annually to Indonesian students under the EU’s Global Gateway strategy. Government-backed programs like Indonesia’s Endowment Fund for Education (LPDP) and the Beasiswa Garuda initiative also participated in the Jakarta exhibition to display financial backing options.
Data from ANTARA News shows that more than 10,000 Indonesians were pursuing studies and research across the EU in 2025. Institutional ties are further cemented by the Erasmus+ program, which has facilitated 1,089 student and staff mobilities from Indonesia to the EU and 1,182 mobilities from the EU to Indonesia since 2021.
Parallel Higher Education Expansion in the Philippines
While the Indonesian leg concluded in early November, the broader EHEF 2026 circuit extends to Southeast Asia with upcoming events in Manila. The Philippine Information Agency reported that 13 EU member states showcased their academic programs during an October 28 press conference at the Yuchengco Museum in Makati City, tied to the EU-Philippines Enhanced Partnership launched on July 24, 2026.
Common Questions About European Higher Education Fairs
How much does it cost to attend the European Higher Education Fair?
Admission to the Jakarta EHEF event is free of charge for the general public, though visitors are encouraged to register in advance through the official EHEF Indonesia website.
What financial support options are available for Indonesian applicants?
The EU and its member states award over 1,000 scholarships annually, while local participants like Indonesia’s Endowment Fund for Education (LPDP) and the Beasiswa Garuda program provide state funding.
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