11th OIC Halal Expo (İİT Helal Expo)

Dates: 25–28 November 2026
Venue: İstanbul Expo Center / Yeşilköy (İstanbul Fuar Merkezi)

The World Halal Summit and Halal Expo are held annually in Istanbul under the auspices of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye. They are organized by Discover Events in coordination with the Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries (SMIIC), an affiliated institution of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), together with other relevant OIC institutions and governmental and non-governmental bodies.

Halal Expo is one of the world’s leading trade exhibitions for the global halal economy. It brings together manufacturers, buyers, investors, distributors, and industry professionals from sectors including food, cosmetics, finance, textiles, tourism, healthcare, and more. Dedicated B2B meetings, country business forums, and international networking help businesses expand into new markets.

Halal Expo 2026 will again be held at the Istanbul Expo Center. The organizer states that the edition will include thematic sections such as NOV (Natural, Organic, Vegan) and Private Label.

Why attend

• One-to-one B2B meetings with category managers and purchasing professionals from target markets including the Middle East, Europe, the Balkans, and Africa.
• Country business forums with official delegations and investors.
• International exhibitor network; the organizer cites participants from over 100 countries for 2026.
• Engagement with halal certification and accreditation organizations.

Links

• Official site: https://helalexpo.com.tr/en/home/
• About the fair: https://helalexpo.com.tr/en/about-the-fair/
• Visitor registration: https://helalexpo.com.tr/en/visitor-registration/
• Become an exhibitor: https://helalexpo.com.tr/en/become-an-exhibitor/

Source: official Helal Expo / OIC Halal Expo website (helalexpo.com.tr), accessed 4 September 2026.