HalalExpo.com

Halal Industry Event

11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul organizer logo

11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul

Dates
November 25, 2026 – November 28, 2026
Venue
Istanbul Expo Center, Bakirkoy
Location
Istanbul, Turkey
Sectors
Food Beverages, Cosmetics Personal Care +4
Edition
11th

About This Event

The 11th edition of the OIC Halal Expo.

Industry Sectors

Food BeveragesCosmetics Personal CarePharmaceuticalsFinanceTourism HospitalityFashion Textiles

Who Should Attend

BuyersManufacturersImportersExportersWholesalersRetailersEntrepreneursInvestorsUniversitiesPublicChefsMedia

Event Highlights

  • 11th OIC Halal Expo, 25-28 November 2026, İstanbul Expo Center / Yeşilköy
  • Held alongside the World Halal Summit (WHS); organised by Discover Events with SMIIC (an OIC institution) and the Halal Accreditation Agency
  • 2025 edition: ~500 exhibitors from ~50 countries and 50,000+ visitors from ~110 countries
  • 1,000 international hosted buyers and 9,000+ international delegations in 2025
  • B2B Hosted Buyer Program supported by the Türkiye Ministry of Trade (pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings)
  • Country Business Forums connecting official delegations, investors and decision-makers
  • 2026 thematic areas: Natural/Organic/Vegan (NOV), Private Label, and SEFPEX (aquaculture & equipment)

Industry Photos

Photo: Halid Elosman / Pexels
Photo: Saeed Noorazar / Pexels
Photo: Saeed Noorazar / Pexels

Why Attend & Exhibit

Why Attend

  • 1

    Meet halal-certified food & beverage brands one-on-one

  • 2

    Discover Islamic hotels, villas and Muslim-friendly tourism companies

  • 3

    Evaluate Islamic finance institutions and investment opportunities

  • 4

    Connect with modest/conservative textile and fashion companies

  • 5

    Attend panels and seminars across food, tourism, finance and textiles

Why Exhibit

  • 1

    Meet category managers of local and international retail chains plus ~1,000 purchasing professionals from the Middle East, Europe, the Balkans and Africa

  • 2

    Showcase your brand to participants from over 100 countries

  • 3

    Compete for a share of the ~$8 trillion global halal economy

  • 4

    Engage directly with halal certification and accreditation bodies exhibiting on-site

  • 5

    Develop new dealers, distributors and business partners

Booth Packages

Secure your exhibition space. Compare booth options, pricing, and inclusions below.

Shell Scheme In-Line (9 sqm)

Shell Scheme3m x 3m

Price on request

Our estimate: ~$1,900. Not confirmed by the organiser. Inquire and we'll get you the official rate.

  • Partition walls
  • Carpet flooring
  • Fascia board with company name
  • 2 spotlights
  • 1 power socket
  • 1 info counter
  • 2 chairs
  • 1 waste basket
  • OIC member country networking access
Inquire About This Booth

Shell Scheme Double (18 sqm)

Shell Scheme6m x 3m

Price on request

Our estimate: ~$3,400. Not confirmed by the organiser. Inquire and we'll get you the official rate.

  • Partition walls
  • Carpet flooring
  • Fascia board with company name
  • 4 spotlights
  • 2 power sockets
  • 1 reception counter
  • 4 chairs
  • 1 round table
  • 1 waste basket
  • OIC member country networking access (2 persons)
Inquire About This Booth

Space Only (27+ sqm)

Space OnlyCustom (min 27 sqm)

Contact for pricing

  • Empty floor space
  • Power supply available (at extra cost)
  • Custom stand build required
Inquire About This Booth

How to Exhibit at 11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul

Secure your exhibition space and connect with global halal industry buyers.

Application Process

  1. 1

    Register as exhibitor at helalexpo.com.tr/katilimci-ol/ or contact Discover Events

  2. 2

    Applications typically open 6-9 months before the event

  3. 3

    OIC member countries eligible for national pavilion participation

Request Booth InformationVisit Organizer Website

Past Editions: By the Numbers

Results from previous editions, the proof of what exhibitors and visitors can expect. Figures are organiser-reported.

2023 Edition

Istanbul Expo Center (İFM)

23,351
Visitors
314
Exhibitors
45
Countries

314 companies from 45 countries, 23,351 visitors (2023 edition)

The 2023 OIC Halal Expo / World Halal Summit gathered 314 companies from 45 countries (220 from abroad) and 23,351 visitors, including 7,375 international guests from 82 countries — the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation's flagship halal trade platform in Istanbul, held under the patronage of the Turkish Presidency.

View edition details →

What it's actually like: real videos

Independent and organiser videos from past editions of this expo, with our own notes on what each one shows.

2021 edition

Sneak peek: 8th OIC Halal Expo x World Halal Summit

By Islam Channel · 5:47

Watch this if you want a quick sense of who exhibits at the OIC Halal Expo — trade bodies, tourism boards and investment pitches across OIC countries.

  • •An Islam Channel walk-through of the 8th OIC Halal Expo — Muslim entrepreneurs, researchers and thinkers from across OIC countries, with halal tourism flagged as a fast-rising segment.
  • •Shows the sourcing/trade purpose: exhibitors like a Malaysian trade body actively promoting 'Choose Malaysia' to global buyers for products and services.
  • •Captures the breadth of exhibitors — from Maldives promoting itself as a halal destination to Turkish property and product firms — reflecting the expo’s mix of trade, tourism and investment.

A short but useful sampler of the 8th edition's exhibitor mix and the sourcing and tourism deals on offer.

Exhibitor mixHalal tourismSourcing (Choose Malaysia)OIC reach
Watch on YouTube →
2019 edition

Halal Expo 2019 — Event Highlights (Islam Channel)

By Islam Channel · 21:16

Watch this if you want to see the scale and inter-governmental weight of the OIC Halal Expo & World Halal Summit in Istanbul, and the standards bodies behind it.

  • •Islam Channel's highlights of the 7th OIC Halal Expo / 5th World Halal Summit in Istanbul — opening addresses from delegations as far as Tatarstan and Nigeria, underscoring its multi-country, inter-governmental reach.
  • •Explains the role of SMIIC — the OIC’s official standardisation body (standardisation and metrology) — and frames the expo as where the industry tackles quality, standards and trend questions.
  • •Captures the networking value first-hand: 33 countries and 44 speakers, with attendees describing real 'win-win' business dealings and connections formed on the floor.

A substantial broadcast highlights piece — strong on the event's official OIC backing (SMIIC), country reach and networking value.

OIC backing & SMIICCountry reachSpeakers & summitNetworking value
Watch on YouTube →

Videos are embedded from YouTube and remain the property of their creators, who are credited above.

Browse all halal expo videos →

Where it's held

Istanbul Expo Center, Bakirkoy, Istanbul, Turkey

Get directions →Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Istanbul skyline

Istanbul, Turkey

Halal Istanbul

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.

Airport ISTCurrency TRYTürkiye Time, UTC+3 — no daylight saving.

Mosques and sights

Halal places to visit in Istanbul

Mosques and Islamic-heritage landmarks worth your time around the expo.

Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)

Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)

Sultanahmet

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

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Sultanahmet

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

Süleymaniye Mosque

Süleymaniye Mosque

Fatih

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

Eyüp Sultan Mosque

Eyüp Sultan Mosque

Eyüpsultan

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

Topkapı Palace

Topkapı Palace

Sultanahmet

Palace museum holding sacred Islamic relics with continuous Quran recitation in the relics chamber.

Halal food

Where to eat halal in Istanbul

Well-loved halal restaurants across Istanbul, from cheap local favourites to special-occasion dining.

Hamdi Restaurant

Hamdi Restaurant

Turkish kebab$$

Eminönü

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

Deraliye Ottoman Cuisine

Deraliye Ottoman Cuisine

Ottoman$$$

Sultanahmet

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

Sultanahmet Köftecisi Selim Usta

Sultanahmet Köftecisi Selim Usta

Turkish meatballs$

Sultanahmet

Historic spot since 1920 known for grilled köfte and a simple, halal-friendly menu.

Çiya Sofrası

Çiya Sofrası

Anatolian$$

Kadıköy

Beloved Anatolian kitchen serving regional stews and vegetable dishes, no alcohol.

Karaköy Güllüoğlu

Karaköy Güllüoğlu

Turkish dessert$

Karaköy

Iconic baklava maker since 1949, a halal-friendly sweet stop by the waterfront.

Hotels

Where to stay in Istanbul

Picks for every budget.

Luxury

Çırağan Palace Kempinski

Çırağan Palace Kempinski

Beşiktaş

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

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet

Sultanahmet

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

Mid-range

Hotel Amira Istanbul

Hotel Amira Istanbul

Sultanahmet

Well-reviewed boutique hotel a short walk from the main Old City sights.

Levni Hotel & Spa

Levni Hotel & Spa

Sirkeci

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

Budget

Cheers Hostel

Cheers Hostel

Sultanahmet

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

Sultan Hostel

Sultan Hostel

Sultanahmet

Long-running backpacker base within walking distance of the Old City landmarks.

Know before you go

The essentials

Everything a Muslim traveller needs to land in Istanbul with confidence.

Getting in

Istanbul Airport (IST)

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.

From Istanbul Airport take the HAVAİST shuttle to Bakırköy; the venue sits near the E5/TEM/Coastal Road junction and is served by Metro, Metrobus and the Marmaray train.

Use BiTaksi/iTaksi or insist on the meter (taksimetre); have your destination written down.

Weather in November

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

Many nationalities enter Türkiye visa-free for short stays (up to 90 days); others can apply online for an e-Visa before travel. Confirm requirements for your passport at the official e-Visa portal.

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

Generally safe; watch for pickpockets and overcharging in the busiest tourist areas, and use app-based or metered taxis.

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.

Getting here

Travelling from a major halal market?

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.

Cairo (CAI)

Egypt

Find flights →Cairo guide →

Dubai (DXB)

United Arab Emirates

Find flights →Dubai guide →

Riyadh (RUH)

Saudi Arabia

Find flights →Riyadh guide →

Doha (DOH)

Qatar

Find flights →Doha guide →

London (LHR)

United Kingdom

Find flights →London guide →

Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Malaysia

Find flights →Kuala Lumpur guide →

See the full Istanbul travel guide →

Sources: https://goturkiye.com · https://www.evisa.gov.tr · https://www.istanbul-airport.com

Prayer times during the expo

Calculated for Istanbul Expo Center, Bakirkoy (Muslim World League method, Shafi'i Asr). These are approximate, confirm with a local mosque or a prayer-times app on the day.

DayFajrSunriseDhuhrAsrMaghribIsha
Wed 25 Nov06:2608:0312:5115:2017:3919:10
Thu 26 Nov06:2708:0412:5115:1917:3819:10
Fri 27 Nov06:2808:0512:5215:1917:3819:10
Sat 28 Nov06:2908:0612:5215:1917:3819:09

About the Organiser

Organising Entity

Discover Events (in coordination with SMIIC, an OIC institution; supported by the Halal Accreditation Agency)

Visit official website →

Get in Touch

Direct contacts at the organising team.

Venue — İstanbul Expo Center

+90 (212) 468 52 00

WhatsApp

+90 555 961 6747

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul?
The 11th edition of the OIC Halal Expo.
When is 11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul?
11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul takes place from November 25 to November 28, 2026.
Where is 11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul held?
11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul is held at Istanbul Expo Center, Bakirkoy, Istanbul, Turkey.
Who organises 11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul?
11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul is organised by Discover Events (in coordination with SMIIC, an OIC institution; supported by the Halal Accreditation Agency).
What industries does 11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul cover?
11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul covers food beverages, cosmetics personal care, pharmaceuticals, finance, tourism hospitality, fashion textiles.
Who should attend 11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul?
11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul is most relevant to Buyers, Manufacturers, Importers, Exporters, Wholesalers, Retailers, Entrepreneurs, Investors, Universities, Public, Chefs and Media.
How do I exhibit at 11th OIC Halal Expo 2026 — Istanbul?
Apply for a booth via the official exhibitor page: https://helalexpo.com.tr/en/become-an-exhibitor/. Available booth sizes: contact organiser for details.

Attendee Reviews

Sign in to Review

No reviews yet

Be the first to share your experience at this event.

Sign in to review

Get Involved

Pick the path that fits your role.

Register to Visit →Book a Booth →
Explore more:Events in Middle East & Africa🇹🇷Turkey Halal MarketAll Turkey EventsFull Events CalendarHalal Business DirectoryHalal Expo 2026 Guide

Related Articles

events-shows

MIFB Malaysia 2026: The Complete Halal Buyer's Playbook (July 2026)

MIFB runs 15–17 July 2026 at KLCC. A practical buyer's playbook for F&B procurement — pre-event prep, on-site strategy, and how to lock halal-certified suppliers.

Read Article

events-shows

Global Halal Summit (GHaS) Kuala Lumpur 2026: The Buyer's Playbook (September 2026)

GHaS runs 21–22 September 2026 at KLCC, hosted by JAKIM. A strategic buyer's playbook to the flagship halal-governance summit — and pairing it with MIHAS.

Read Article

events-shows

Philippines Halal Expo 2026: The Complete Buyer's Playbook (November 2026)

Halal Expo Philippines runs 12–14 November 2026 at World Trade Center Metro Manila. A practical buyer's playbook — pre-event prep, on-site strategy, BDMP/NCMF certification, and ASEAN export sourcing.

Read Article

Other Events You May Like

UAE

Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition (ADIFE)

Dates to be confirmed

Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC)

Morocco

Africa Food Show Morocco

November 17, 2026 – November 19, 2026

Office des Foires et Expositions de Casablanca (OFEC)

Turkey

World Halal Summit 2026

November 25, 2026 – November 27, 2026

İstanbul Fuar Merkezi (Istanbul Fair Center)

More From This Series

2025

11th OIC Halal Expo 2025 — Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

2025

11th World Halal Summit 2025 — Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

Halal Suppliers from Turkey

Browse all suppliers from Turkey →

Yildiz Holding (pladis)

manufacturer

View →

Koska

manufacturer

View →

Namet Gıda

manufacturer

View →

Hayat Holding / Hayat Pharma

manufacturer

View →

Anatolian Naturals

distributor

View →

Cakirmelikoglu Mineral Water Enterprise

manufacturer

View →

Related Resources

Companies in Turkey

Country Profile