In the context of increasing competition in the international market of educational services, the internationalization of Kazakhstan's education system and attracting more foreign students continues to be an important strategic task. The article reveals the main aspects of the internationalization of higher education in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Consequently, the social role of education has increased: the prospects for the development of mankind today largely depend on its focus and effectiveness. In the last decade, the world is changing its attitude towards all types and elements of education. Education, especially higher education, is considered as the main, leading factor in social, political and economic progress. It is noted that the qualitative strategy of internationalization of the domestic education system, based on the best international experience, taking into account national priorities, undoubtedly affects both the competitiveness of graduates of Kazakh Universities in the world labor market and the competitiveness of the Kazakh economy as a whole.