Helal Expo (OIC Halal Expo)

Helal Expo is an internationally recognized halal trade fair organized annually in Istanbul, Turkey. The 11th edition of the OIC (Organisation of Islamic Cooperation) Halal Expo International Trade Fair is scheduled for 25–28 November 2026 at the Istanbul Fuar Merkezi in Yeşilköy. The event is organized by Discover Events in coordination with the Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries (SMIIC) and other relevant OIC bodies, with support from the Halal Accreditation Authority. It runs alongside the 12th World Halal Summit, making it a premier global gathering for the halal economy.

The fair brings together companies, investors, and professionals operating across a wide range of sectors including food, cosmetics, finance, textiles, tourism, and healthcare. It serves as a dynamic platform where brands showcase their products and services, forge new partnerships through structured B2B meetings, and participate in country-specific business forums that open doors to regional and global trade opportunities. Participants benefit from direct access to approximately 1,000 purchasing professionals from markets spanning the Middle East, Central and Western Europe, the Balkans, Africa, and beyond.

With participants from over 100 countries, Helal Expo holds a strong position as one of the world's leading halal industry trade fairs. The event provides an integrated environment for networking, halal certification and accreditation guidance, market intelligence, and brand visibility on a global scale, making it an essential destination for businesses targeting the rapidly expanding halal consumer market.