Immigration & University Fair 2026 Successfully Completed in Kathmandu

EDUCAST, The Immigration & University Fair 2026 was successfully completed in Kathmandu after witnessing strong participation from students, education professionals, and international university representatives. The fair was held on 5th, 6th, and 8th February at Putalisadak, Kathmandu, offering aspiring students a comprehensive platform to explore higher education and immigration opportunities in New Zealand.

Addressing participants during the event, Himanshu Rai (LIA 201501323), Chief Executive Officer and Senior Licensed Immigration Adviser at Immigration Advisers New Zealand Ltd, highlighted the importance of informed decision-making.

“Nepali students are highly capable, and with the right academic guidance and transparent immigration advice, they can achieve excellent outcomes in New Zealand. This fair was designed to bridge information gaps and provide students with direct access to credible experts,” he stated.

A major highlight of the fair was the exclusive one-day interaction session with Dr. Jeffrey Stangl, Associate Dean – Executive Education, Director, Massey Executive Development, Massey Business School, Massey University, who engaged with students and professionals interested in executive education and advanced academic pathways.

The event also featured participation from senior representatives of leading New Zealand universities, including Ms. Pooja Malik, Country Lead for Massey University; Sahil Sharma, Senior Student Recruitment Officer at Auckland University of Technology (AUT); Mr. Ashish Suri, Regional Manager – South Asia at the University of Waikato; Ms. Riddhi Khurana, Country Advisor (South Asia) at the University of Otago; and Ms. Nisha Arora, Regional Recruitment Adviser (South Asia) at the University of Auckland.

Throughout the fair, students received personalized counseling on university and course selection, scholarship opportunities ranging from NZD 10,000 to 15,000, and clear guidance on visa and immigration procedures. One-on-one interaction sessions with university officials and licensed advisers were particularly appreciated by participants.

Organizers stated that the successful completion of The Immigration & University Fair 2026 reflects the growing interest of Nepali students in quality international education and the demand for transparent, expert-led guidance. The event concluded with positive feedback from students and stakeholders, marking it as one of the most impactful New Zealand–focused education fairs of the year.