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IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre, Bangkok, Thailand
certification-standards
How halal certification works in France, the main French certifiers, the role of the grand mosques in ritual slaughter, and what it means for export.
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certification-standards
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business-development
Thaifex – Anuga Asia is Southeast Asia's largest food and beverage trade show. If you're planning to exhibit at Thaifex 2026 in Bangkok, this complete guide covers booth costs, hall selection, halal certification for ASEAN markets, Thai business culture, and how to maximise your ROI at ASEAN's premier food trade event.
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Co-located halal industry event running alongside Mega Halal Bangkok. Focus on premium halal products and international trade.
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Thailand
Calculated for IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre (Muslim World League method, Shafi'i Asr). These are approximate — confirm with a local mosque or a prayer-times app on the day.
| Day | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 15 Jul | 04:40 | 05:58 | 12:24 | 15:46 | 18:50 | 20:03 |
| Thu 16 Jul | 04:40 | 05:58 | 12:24 | 15:46 | 18:50 | 20:03 |
| Fri 17 Jul | 04:41 | 05:59 | 12:24 | 15:46 | 18:50 | 20:03 |
Bangkok is comfortable for Muslim travellers. Thailand has an established halal-certification system, a sizeable Thai-Muslim community with mosques across the city, and halal food is easy to find — look for the Thai halal label or Muslim-run eateries. The BTS Skytrain and MRT beat the traffic, and ride-hailing (Grab) is widely used.
Getting in
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
• Airport Rail Link — ~30 min to Phaya Thai (avoids road traffic)
• Metered taxi / Grab — 40-60 min (traffic-dependent)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
• Taxi / Grab / bus — 40-60 min (mainly budget airlines)
Getting around
The BTS Skytrain and MRT subway are the fastest way around; Chao Phraya river boats are handy near the old town.
A Rabbit card covers the BTS.
Insist on the meter, or use Grab to avoid fare haggling.
Weather in July
High ~33°C · Low ~26°C
Rainy season — hot and humid with afternoon downpours.
Light modest clothing and an umbrella; indoor AC is strong.
Visa & entry
Money
Thai Baht · THB
Cash is widely used at markets and street stalls; cards work at malls and hotels.
Tipping is not mandatory; small tips are appreciated.
Connectivity
AIS, TrueMove and dtac tourist SIMs at the airports
eSIM: Airalo and similar eSIMs cover Thailand
Plug: Type A / B / C · 230V / 50Hz
Emergency
General: 191
Fire: 199
Safety
Most halal-expo buyers and exhibitors travel from the world's main halal hubs. Here's how to connect to Bangkok from each — entry rules vary by nationality, so check the Visa & entry note above.
Riyadh
Soi Nana / Sukhumvit (Arab quarter)
Sukhumvit · $$
halal
Bangkok's Arab and Middle Eastern dining quarter.
Bang Rak & old-town Muslim communities
Bang Rak / Phra Nakhon · $
halal
Long-standing Thai-Muslim neighbourhoods with halal street food.
Halal-labelled Thai restaurants
citywide · $
look for the Thai halal logo
Many Thai restaurants are halal-certified — check for the displayed logo.
Mosques across the city
Bang Rak / Phra Nakhon / Ramkhamhaeng
Bangkok has numerous mosques, concentrated in its Muslim neighbourhoods.
Suvarnabhumi prayer rooms
BKK
Prayer rooms are available at the main airport.
Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew
Phra Nakhon
The royal palace and the Emerald Buddha (dress modestly).
Wat Arun & Wat Pho
riverside
The riverside temple and the giant reclining Buddha.
Chatuchak Weekend Market
Chatuchak
One of the world’s largest markets.
See the full Bangkok travel guide →
Sources: https://www.tourismthailand.org · https://tdac.immigration.go.th (arrival card) · https://www.cicot.or.th (halal Thailand)
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