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Halal Industry Event
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$1,700
≈ TRY 54,400
$189/sqm
Istanbul Expo Center (IFM), Istanbul, Turkiye
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The International Halal Expo (IHE) and World Halal Summit (WHS) in Istanbul is the largest halal trade event in Europe and one of the most significant globally. Held at Istanbul Expo Center every November, the 2026 edition expects 500+ exhibitors from 110+ countries and 50,000+ visitors. This complete guide covers everything exhibitors and buyers need to know.
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Turkey's premier international halal trade fair, also known as Helal Expo. The 2025 edition featured 500 exhibitors and 50,000+ visitors from 110 countries. Covers food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, modest fashion, and Islamic finance.
Meet halal-certified food and beverage brands directly
Discover conservative travel alternatives through Islamic hospitality providers
Evaluate investment opportunities in the Islamic finance sector
Connect with leading conservative textile companies
Attend panels and seminars across food, tourism, finance, and textile sectors
Expand business networks with domestic and foreign companies
Obtain travel information and explore new destinations
Explore business opportunities with franchising brands
Compare offers comprehensively from multiple firms
Gather promotional materials and contracts directly from vendors
Connect with a halal consumer base of over 2 billion people
Establish Turkey as a central hub for the halal trade
Access international buyers and trade partnerships
B2B meetings with purchasing professionals from target markets
Participate in country-specific business forums
Direct interaction with halal certification bodies
Brand exposure opportunities
$3,100
≈ TRY 99,200
$172/sqm
Contact for pricing
Secure your exhibition space and connect with global halal industry buyers.
Register as exhibitor at helalexpo.com.tr/katilimci-ol/ or download brochure
Contact Discover Events for pricing
Calculated for Istanbul Expo Center (IFM) (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 25 Nov | 06:26 | 08:03 | 12:51 | 15:20 | 17:39 | 19:10 |
| Thu 26 Nov | 06:27 | 08:04 | 12:51 | 15:19 | 17:38 | 19:10 |
| Fri 27 Nov | 06:28 | 08:05 | 12:52 | 15:19 | 17:38 | 19:10 |
| Sat 28 Nov | 06:29 | 08:06 | 12:52 | 15:19 | 17:38 | 19:09 |

Muslim Traveller Guide
Istanbul is one of the most comfortable cities in the world for a Muslim traveller. Türkiye is Muslim-majority, so halal food is the norm, the call to prayer sounds across the city, and historic mosques — the Blue Mosque, Süleymaniye, Hagia Sophia — double as living places of worship. Straddling Europe and Asia, the city is served by metro, trams and ferries, all on a single Istanbulkart.
5 halal places to visit
The mosques and Islamic-heritage landmarks worth your time around the expo.

Sultanahmet
Working imperial mosque famous for its blue Iznik tiles, open to visitors outside prayer times.

Sultanahmet
Former Byzantine cathedral now serving as a mosque and a major site of Islamic worship.

Fatih
Grand 16th-century mosque designed by Sinan, the resting place of Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent.

Eyüpsultan
One of Islam's holiest sites in Istanbul, built at the tomb of the Prophet's companion Abu Ayyub al-Ansari.

Sultanahmet
Palace museum holding sacred Islamic relics with continuous Quran recitation in the relics chamber.
5 places to eat
Real, well-loved halal restaurants across Istanbul, from cheap local legends to special-occasion dining.

Turkish kebab · Eminönü$$
Famous southeastern kebab house overlooking the Golden Horn, serving alcohol-free Turkish grills.

Ottoman · Sultanahmet$$$
Recreates Ottoman palace recipes near the Blue Mosque with no alcohol served.

Turkish meatballs · Sultanahmet$
Historic spot since 1920 known for grilled köfte and a simple, halal-friendly menu.

Where to stay
Hand-picked places to stay, near the action.

Beşiktaş
Former Ottoman palace on the Bosphorus with five-star service and waterfront views.

Sultanahmet
Restored historic building steps from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

Know before you go
Everything a Muslim traveller needs to land in Istanbul with confidence.
Getting in
Istanbul Airport (IST)
• M11 Metro — ~35-45 min toward the city
• Havaist airport bus — ~60-90 min
• Taxi / iTaksi — 45-75 min
Sabiha Gökçen Airport (Asian side) (SAW)
• Havabüs / metro — ~60-90 min
• Taxi — 45-75 min
Getting around
A dense network of metro, tram, funicular, Marmaray cross-Bosphorus rail and ferries connects both continents.
Use BiTaksi/iTaksi or insist on the meter (taksimetre); have your destination written down.
Weather in November
Getting here
Most halal-expo buyers and exhibitors fly in from the world's main halal hubs. Here's how to reach Istanbul from each — entry rules vary by nationality, so check the Visa & entry note.
See the full Istanbul travel guide →
Sources: https://goturkiye.com · https://www.evisa.gov.tr · https://www.istanbul-airport.com
Anatolian · Kadıköy$$
Beloved Anatolian kitchen serving regional stews and vegetable dishes, no alcohol.

Turkish dessert · Karaköy$
Iconic baklava maker since 1949, a halal-friendly sweet stop by the waterfront.
Sultanahmet
Well-reviewed boutique hotel a short walk from the main Old City sights.

Sirkeci
Comfortable mid-range hotel near Sirkeci station and the Grand Bazaar.

Sultanahmet
Friendly budget hostel with a rooftop terrace close to Hagia Sophia.

Sultanahmet
Long-running backpacker base within walking distance of the Old City landmarks.
High ~15°C · Low ~9°C
Cool and often rainy late autumn.
Warm layers, a waterproof jacket and an umbrella. A scarf is handy for mosques.
Visa & entry
Money
Turkish Lira · TRY
Cards and contactless are widely accepted; carry some cash for bazaars and small eateries.
A tip of around 10% is customary in restaurants.
Connectivity
Turkcell, Vodafone and Türk Telekom tourist SIMs at IST/SAW arrivals
Plug: Type C / F (European 2-pin) · 230V / 50Hz
Emergency
General: 112
Fire: 112
Safety
Where to pray
Sultan Ahmed (Blue) Mosque — Active mosque; visitors welcome outside prayer times, modest dress required.
Süleymaniye & New Mosque — Grand Ottoman mosques open for prayer across the old city.
Mosques & prayer rooms everywhere — Mosques in every neighbourhood; prayer rooms (mescit) at the airports, malls and transport hubs.