Fintex Addis 2027: furniture and interiors expo in Addis Ababa.
Dates
28–31 Jan 2027
City / country
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Venue
Addis International Convention Center
Time
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Event overview
Fintex Addis 2027 is Ethiopia's largest furniture, interior design and finishing expo, running 28-31 January 2027 at the Addis International Convention Center in Addis Ababa.
The four-day B2B, B2G and B2C show puts manufacturers, importers, finishing-material suppliers and design studios in front of architects, developers, contractors and procurement teams building Ethiopian homes, hotels and offices.
Organisers report 54 exhibitors and more than 4,000 visitors, with three conference sessions and buyers from across East Africa.
TL;DR
Visit Fintex Addis 2027 to compare furniture, finishing materials and interior products side by side, meet Ethiopian importers and manufacturers, and source for live projects. The four-day format gives architects, developers and procurement teams time for supplier meetings, sample reviews and design discussions in one trip to Addis Ababa.
Exhibit at Fintex Addis 2027 to reach Ethiopian developers, contractors, architects, hotel owners and distributors in a market where imported furniture and finishing products are in demand. The organiser positions the show as a B2B, B2G and B2C platform with matchmaking, conference sessions and regional buyer outreach.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Addis International Convention Center, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Entrances & gates
Main lobby entrance
Use the main convention-centre lobby for badge collection and hall access.
On-site parking is available at the convention centre; confirm the current daily rate at the gate.
Food options
Venue cafe and coffee stands
On-site diningParking: Use the venue car park off the main convention-centre approach; arrive before 10:30 on Friday and Saturday when the halls fill.
Gate: Enter through the main convention-centre lobby and follow Fintex signage to visitor registration; keep a photo ID for badge collection.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Ticket info
Badge collection
Register online before travelling and collect your badge at the visitor desk in the main lobby with photo ID.
Ticket notes
No ticket price or free-entry statement is published on the official site; confirm admission terms with the organiser.
What's on
Ethiopian Government
Supporter named on the visitor page · Ethiopia
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 4,000
Exhibitors: 54
Edition #: 6
Exhibitor countries: 3
This edition
2027
Visitors: 4,000
Exhibitors: 54
Next edition
Not announced yet
Growth over time
New this edition
Testimonials
Through Fintex, we have gained significant exposure and established strong connections with numerous interior designers. We have engaged with some of them to explore partnerships, and we look forward to collaborating.
Impact
Fintex matters because it compresses Ethiopia's fragmented furniture and finishes supply chain into four days in the capital, giving international suppliers a route to developers and contractors they would otherwise meet project by project.
Audience quality
The audience is professional but mixed: architects, developers, contractors and procurement managers attend to specify and buy, while B2C visitors also attend. Exhibitors should qualify badges and book meetings rather than rely on walk-up volume.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI depends on follow-up and local representation. A 9 sqm stand can generate qualified leads from importers and designers, but the strongest returns come from exhibitors that name a local distributor or assembler before the show and schedule meetings in advance.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Addis Ababa is Ethiopia's construction and procurement hub, and the country imports a large share of its furniture, tiles, lighting and finishing products. Fintex concentrates those buyers in one venue, making it a practical entry point for suppliers testing Ethiopia and neighbouring East African markets.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Construction-led demand for finishes
Condominium, hotel and commercial projects are specifying larger volumes of tiles, gypsum, stone and joinery, pushing suppliers toward project-level pricing and staged delivery.
What it changes: Exhibitors with project references and reliable lead times can win multi-building orders rather than one-off retail sales.
Import substitution and local assembly
Ethiopian policy favours local manufacturing and assembly, so international brands increasingly partner with local fabricators instead of shipping finished goods only.
What it changes: A distributor or assembly partner met at the show can lower landed cost and meet local-content expectations.
Sustainability and smart living
Buyers are asking for energy-efficient lighting, low-emission boards and smart-home fixtures alongside conventional furniture and finishes.
What it changes: Suppliers that document material sourcing and efficiency gains can differentiate in a price-sensitive market.
Adjacent shows for suppliers planning an East Africa and Gulf calendar around Fintex Addis.
January
Ethiopian buying season opens the year.
Mid-year
Kenyan edition historically staged mid-year; confirm dates.
Circuit names and cities are editorial planning suggestions; dates are left open where the next edition calendar was not published.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Main international gateway; allow extra time for the airport road at peak hours.
About 6 km
to venue
15-30 minutes
by car
Hawassa International Airport
Domestic alternative for southern Ethiopia; not a practical arrival point for the show.
About 270 km
to venue
4-5 hours by road
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 40–70 / night
Guesthouses and small hotels within a short taxi ride of AICC.
USD 90–150 / night
Business hotels with breakfast and airport transfers.
USD 200–320 / night
International five-star options for hosted buyers and senior teams.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Ride-hailing
Book through the app and confirm the plate; prices rise at peak hours.
Minibus taxi
Cheap but crowded; not recommended with luggage or samples.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| e-Visa (30-day single entry) | Most foreign business visitors | $52.00 | About 3 business days | |
| Visa on arrival | Eligible nationalities only | $52.00 | Same day |
Some African Union and neighbouring-country nationals may enter visa-free; check the latest list before booking.
Carnet acceptance for exhibition goods is not confirmed; ask the freight forwarder and Ethiopian customs.
Official visa pageWeather
January is dry and mild in Addis Ababa, with warm days around 22-25C and cool nights near 8-12C. The main rainy season is June to September.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Ethio Telecom and Safaricom Ethiopia provide mobile data; buy a local SIM at the airport with a passport. Wi-Fi at hotels is common but variable in the halls.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Coffee ceremony
Accepting a coffee ceremony invitation is a normal way to build trust; budget 20-30 minutes for it.
Business pace
Introductions matter more than email. Bring a local contact or fix meetings before arrival, and avoid scheduling on Ethiopian holidays.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: ADD
Ethiopian Airlines and Gulf carriers offer the most one-stop connections; book 6-10 weeks ahead for January.
Book flightsMost foreign business visitors need an e-visa before travel; some nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival.
Estimated cost: USD 52
Processing: About 3 business days
Apply only through the official portal and carry a printed approval plus the show invitation.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Taxi or ride-hailing from Bole airport, 15-30 minutes depending on traffic.
Hotel → venue: Most Bole hotels are 10-25 minutes from AICC by taxi.
Ride-hail: Ride and Feres are commonly used; agree the fare or use the app.
Public transit: Minibuses serve Bole and Meskel Square but are not practical for samples or luggage.
Parking: On-site parking is available; arrive early on the busiest days.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: January
Temperature: 8-25C
Seasonality: Dry season with low rainfall; mornings and evenings are cool.
Packing: Bring light layers, a jacket for evenings and comfortable shoes for the halls.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Friday 29 January
Friday has the longest 10:00-17:00 window after Thursday's late opening, and most exhibitors are still fully staffed before the final-day pack-down.
Register online and print the confirmation — Use the official visit page and save the QR code offline.
Book flights and a Bole hotel — January is high season; confirm airport transfer.
Apply for the e-visa — Carry a printed approval and the show invitation.
Shortlist exhibitors and request meetings — Target 8-10 suppliers across furniture and finishes.
Check hours, badge desk and transport — Arrive before 10:00 on Friday or Saturday.
Badge collection and hall walk
AICC main lobbyFurniture and finishing supplier meetings
Exhibition hallsCoffee and networking break
Venue cafeConference session and follow-up calls
Conference roomEntoto Park
City Nature
30-40 minutes from Bole
Hilltop views over Addis Ababa and a break from the halls.
National Museum of Ethiopia
Culture
20 minutes from Bole
See the Lucy fossil and Ethiopian design heritage.
Venue cafe and lobby
On-site
Best for short supplier conversations between meetings.
Bole restaurant strip
Evening
Convenient for dinners with distributors near the hotels.
Ethiopian buyers often decide after internal procurement review, so a fast first follow-up and a patient second touch work better than a single hard close.
Budget
Shell scheme
USD 45–75 / m²
Raw space
USD 110–160 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
No 2027 exhibitor tariff was published; bands are estimates for an East African trade fair and exclude VAT, power and stand build.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
booth
exhibitor · shell 9 sqm
USD 1200–1800 / stand
hotel
both · mid
USD 90–150 / night
flight
both · Gulf return
USD 350–520 / return
visa
both · e-visa 30-day
USD 52 / per person
per_diem
both · meals and local transport
USD 35–60 / per day
freight
exhibitor · air freight sample shipment
USD 800–2500 / shipment
insurance
exhibitor · stand and transit cover
USD 60–120 / policy
hotel
both · budget
USD 40–70 / night
hotel
both · premium
USD 200–320 / night
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth | exhibitor | shell 9 sqm | USD 1200–1800 / stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 90–150 / night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| flight | both | Gulf return | USD 350–520 / return | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| visa | both | e-visa 30-day | USD 52 / per person | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| per_diem | both | meals and local transport | USD 35–60 / per day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| freight | exhibitor | air freight sample shipment | USD 800–2500 / shipment | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| insurance | exhibitor | stand and transit cover | USD 60–120 / policy | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | budget | USD 40–70 / night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | premium | USD 200–320 / night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Six quick questions decide whether to visit, exhibit or skip Fintex Addis 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your main reason for travelling to Addis Ababa in January 2027?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a shortlist of suppliers and can travel in the last week of January.
Best for
Buyers sourcing furniture, finishes or design services for a live Ethiopian project
Min. budget
$600.00
Timeline
4-6 weeks to register, book flights and apply for a visa
Risks
Crowded halls on Friday and Saturday
Limited public transport
exhibit
You have a local partner or a clear distributor plan and can staff four days.
Best for
Manufacturers and brands entering Ethiopia or seeking a distributor
Min. budget
$4,500.00
Timeline
90 days for stand, freight and customs
Risks
Customs delays
Unconfirmed stand rules
Mixed B2C footfall
skip
You cannot act within 12 months or have no product fit with furniture and finishes.
Best for
Teams with no Ethiopia budget or only a vague interest in the region
Timeline
None
Risks
Missing a low-cost market entry window
Book with
Addis International Convention Center
The AICC complex hosts Fintex Addis 2027 in Addis Ababa.
Venue named on the official event page.
Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopia's flag carrier and the main international connection into Bole airport.
Public airline resource, not a confirmed show partner.
Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations
Business chamber representing companies across Addis Ababa and Ethiopia.
Public business body, not a confirmed show partner.
Association of Ethiopian Architects
Professional body for Ethiopian architects and a natural buyer group for interior and finishing exhibitors.
Professional association; partnership with the 2027 edition not confirmed.
Recommended providers
Apply on the official portal at least a week before travel.
Compare Bole and Kazanchis hotels; confirm airport transfer.
Book early for January; Bole is the arrival airport.
Use an experienced customs broker and temporary import bond.
Travel and medical cover with evacuation; check Ethiopia coverage.
Add a day for Entoto Park or the National Museum.
Own-device capture works without an official show scanner.
FAQs & glossary
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