NAFSA 2025 Registration
Registration and hotel reservations will open on February 4, 2025!
Join your peers and colleagues from around the world at the NAFSA 2025 Annual Conference & Expo, the international education event of the year!
At NAFSA 2025, you'll learn from experts, collaborate with colleagues, and discover solutions you need to innovate, adapt, and prepare for the year ahead. Attendees benefit from the most diverse and comprehensive opportunities for professional learning, global networking, and interactive engagement, all designed to meet your unique practice needs.
NAFSA 2025 Registration Options
Plan your participation in the 2025 NAFSA Annual Conference & Expo. Select the option that aligns with your professional and personal considerations. Choose from the full conference or workshop only options.
Annual Conference & Expo Registration
Join thousands of international educators from all parts of the world in San Diego, California for an incredible program that will shape the future of international education. Full conference registration (early-bird, regular, and on-site options) includes:
- 200+ learning sessions and community dialogues
- Access to the NAFSA International Education Expo featuring 350+ exhibitors
- Admission to NAFSA Plenaries and Spotlight Presenter programs
- Special tracks tailored to your learning goals
- Networking events, wellness activities, and the Bayside Studio
- Kick-Off Coffee and Opening and Closing Celebrations
- 150+ live and virtual poster fair presentations
- Symposium on Leadership
- Latin America and Caribbean Forum
- Africa Forum
Full Conference Registration
Member Type | Early bird (Feb 4–April 16) | Regular | On-Site (May 25–May 30) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Member | $899 | $1,049 | $1,199 |
| Nonmember | $1,199 | $1,349 | $1,499 |
| Student Member & Retired Member | $525 | $675 | $750 |
Join NAFSA and Save on Registration
Join NAFSA and save $300 USD on your conference registration as an Individual, International, Group, or New member. If you have never been a NAFSA member, your first year of membership is only $199 USD. NAFSA membership provides you with unmatched access to resources and savings throughout the year.
Student members, Retired Professional members, and special International members (from UN-designated least developed countries) save $674 on conference registration.
Volunteer at NAFSA 2025
More than 200 volunteers are needed each year to help make the NAFSA Annual Conference & Expo a success. Volunteering is a great way to network while getting a behind-the-scenes look at the conference. Based on documented hours worked, volunteers may be reimbursed 50-100 percent of the general conference registration fee paid. Additional information about volunteering for NAFSA 2025 is coming soon.
NAFSA 2025 Hotels
NAFSA encourages all attendees to reserve a hotel room within the official conference hotel block. When you book accommodations in the official NAFSA block, you benefit from additional opportunities to network with other conference attendees, access to NAFSA’s housing customer service, and peace of mind that you’re getting the best rate at a vetted hotel. Additional information about booking your hotel for NAFSA is coming soon.
Important Registration Information
Registration Dates and Deadlines
Early-Bird Registration Opens: February 4, 2025
Early-bird registration opens at 12:00 p.m. (EST).
Early-Bird Registration Ends: April 16, 2025
Early-bird registration rates expire at 11:59 p.m. (EDT).
Customer service available until 2:00 p.m. EDT.
Regular Registration Begins: April 17, 2025
Regular registration rates commence at 12:00 a.m. (EDT).
Regular Registration Ends: May 24, 2025
Regular registration rates expire at 11:59 p.m. (EDT).
On-Site Registration Begins: May 25, 2025
On-site registration opens at 7:30 a.m. (EDT). Online registration will also be open.
On-Site Registration Closes: May 30, 2025
Registration closes at 12:00 p.m. (EDT).
2025 Visa Letter of Invitation
For international attendees only: Please note that invitation letters are supplemental documents and may not be required for all visa processes or situations. To receive an invitation letter for this conference, please complete the Invitation Letter Form. Upon submission, your request will be sent to NAFSA staff for processing. All requests will be screened, but not all will be approved. Due to higher than normal requests, responses may be delayed. If approved, you will receive an invitation letter on official letterhead as a PDF document via the email address you provided.
Please check with your local U.S. consulate to allow sufficient time for visa processing. A letter of invitation does not guarantee visa approval.
If you are unable to access the Invitation Letter Form, please contact [email protected] to request a letter.
Presidents' Invitation
If you have registered for the NAFSA Conference and hold the position of Senior International Officer (SIO) or Provost, invite your president to join you at the NAFSA 2025 Annual Conference & Expo for free! This opportunity provides your president with complimentary registration, VIP access to plenary speakers and seating at special events, an invitation to an exclusive gathering with the executive leadership at NAFSA, and a guided tour of the expo hall. Read more about the Presidents' Invitation.
Registration by Mail (Available February 4, 2025)
To register by mail only, complete the NAFSA 2025 Registration Form and return it with your check to the address printed on the form.
Registration via Fax (Available February 4, 2025)
To register via secure fax, complete the NAFSA 2025 Registration Form with credit card information and fax the form to +1.202.737.3657.
On-Site Registration Hours
On-Site Registration at the San Diego Convention Center.
| Sunday, May 25 | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
| Monday, May 26 | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday, May 27 | 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday, May 28 | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
| Thursday, May 29 | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
| Friday, May 30 | 8:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. |
On-Site Payment Information
As we welcome our participants to our in-person event in San Diego, California, please be advised NAFSA bookstore and registration will be cashless again this year. Payment can be made with VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, institutional, and personal checks.
Satellite Registration Hours
Satellite registration for pre-registered participants to pick-up conference badges will be located at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. Exhibitors will need to proceed to the Convention Center for badges.
| Sunday, May 25 | 1:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. |
| Monday, May 26 | 1:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday, May 27 | 7:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. |
Safety Information
NAFSA has prioritized the health and safety of all attendees in planning the 2025 Annual Conference & Expo. We are working with the San Diego Convention Center, and local and federal authorities to ensure all health and safety regulations are followed. We will post updates on mandates and precautions regularly.
* This information is subject to change without notice.