KIHE 2027, the 32nd Kazakhstan International Healthcare Exhibition, runs 19-21 May 2027 at Atakent, Almaty, with 400 exhibitors expected.
Dates
19–21 May 2027
City / country
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Venue
Atakent Exhibition Center (KCDS Atakent)
Time
19 – 21 May 2027, open to visitors daily · exact opening and closing times are not published
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Event overview
KIHE 2027 is the 32nd Kazakhstan International Healthcare Exhibition, held from 19 to 21 May 2027 at the Atakent Exhibition Center in Almaty. It is Central Asia's largest showcase for medical equipment, diagnostics, laboratory technology, pharmaceuticals and clinic supplies, bringing together manufacturers, distributors, hospital leaders and government buyers.
The 2026 edition drew 400 companies from 24 countries and 5,616 unique visitors, with 13,057 total visits. Alongside the expo, the MedInvest Forum programme runs conferences, round tables and expert talks across three conference halls.
For suppliers seeking distribution in Kazakhstan and the wider Central Asian market, KIHE is the sector's main annual meeting point.
TL;DR
Visitors can compare equipment from 24 countries in one venue, meet distributors and clinic decision-makers, and use the MedInvest Forum to follow procurement and investment priorities. The co-located pharma and optics shows widen the supplier base without a second trip.
Kazakhstan's leading hospitals, private clinic chains and distributors attend KIHE to source equipment and negotiate representation. Exhibiting gives direct access to buyers who rarely travel to European trade fairs, and the 2026 edition reported 63% of participants as international companies.
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
Halls & areas
342 Timiryazeva Street, Almaty 050057, Kazakhstan
Entrances & gates
Main entrance, Timiryazeva Street
Closest to visitor registration and badge collection.
Food options
Atakent cafe and coffee points
On-site diningParking: On-site surface parking surrounds the pavilions; arrive before 09:30 on opening day because the Timiryazeva Street approach queues.
Gate: Use the main Timiryazeva Street gate for the registration hall, then follow signs to Pavilions 9-11.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Ticket info
Badge collection
Register online before arrival and print the named badge; bring a passport or ID to the registration desk.
Ticket notes
Visitor registration is completed through the official KIHE website. No 2027 ticket price is printed; admission is by named trade badge.
What's on
Ministry of Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan(MOH RK)
Official support · Kazakhstan
Akimat of Almaty city
Official support · Kazakhstan
Department of Public Health of Almaty
Official support · Kazakhstan
Association of International Pharmaceutical Manufacturers in the Republic of Kazakhstan(AIPM)
Official support · Kazakhstan
Eurasian Medical Association(EMA)
Official support · Kazakhstan
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 5,616
Exhibitors: 400
Edition #: 31
Exhibitor countries: 24
This edition
2027
Visitors: 5,616
Exhibitors: 400
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
KIHE 2026 was the 31st edition and the first held jointly with PharmaTECH Kazakhstan and VisionCare. It welcomed 400 companies from 24 countries and 5,616 unique visitors, with 13,057 total visits.
New this edition
Joint KIHE, PharmaTECH Kazakhstan and VisionCare edition
The three healthcare events ran together for the first time in 2026, joining medical equipment, pharma production and optics in one complex.
SourceImpact
KIHE matters because it compresses Kazakhstan's fragmented hospital, clinic and distribution buyers into three days in Almaty. The 2026 edition reported 400 exhibitors from 24 countries, with 63% of participants international, showing that the show is the main entry point for foreign medical technology into Central Asia.
Audience quality
The audience is professional and senior: hospital directors, chief physicians, procurement staff, pharmacists and distributors. The 2026 edition recorded 5,616 unique visitors and 13,057 total visits, a ratio that suggests repeat floor time and meetings rather than single-pass browsing.
Exhibitor outcomes
For a device or diagnostics supplier, a 9 sqm booth is best treated as a market-entry test: pre-book 15-20 distributor and hospital meetings, qualify two or three agency candidates, and budget follow-up travel to Almaty within 60 days. Returns depend on partner selection, not on raw badge volume.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Kazakhstan is upgrading hospitals, diagnostics and pharmaceutical production under national health programmes, while most advanced medical equipment is still imported. Almaty concentrates the country's private clinic groups, distributors and ministry procurement bodies. A presence at KIHE puts suppliers in front of decision-makers from across Central Asia in one three-day window.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Import substitution in medical manufacturing
Kazakhstan is pushing local assembly of consumables, reagents and diagnostic kits, creating demand for production equipment and OEM partnerships rather than finished goods alone.
What it changes: Suppliers that offer technology transfer or local assembly can win longer contracts than pure importers.
Hospital digitisation and diagnostic imaging
Public and private clinics continue to invest in digital imaging, laboratory information systems and telemedicine links to regional hospitals.
What it changes: Imaging, IT and laboratory suppliers should present integrated workflows, not isolated devices.
Pharmaceutical production growth
New pharma plants and upgraded packaging lines are raising demand for cleanroom, filling, labelling and quality-control technology.
What it changes: PharmaTECH Kazakhstan gives process equipment makers a ready audience alongside KIHE.
KIHE anchors a Central Asian circuit that pairs with the Gulf and European calendar.
Arab Health 2027
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dates are circuit knowledge and should be confirmed before booking.
websitePharmaTECH Kazakhstan 2027
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Same venue and dates; dates from the KIHE 2027 announcement.
websiteMEDICA 2027
Dusseldorf, Germany
Dates are circuit knowledge and should be confirmed before booking.
websiteCo-located shows named in the KIHE 2027 announcement; adjacent dates estimated from the circuit calendar.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Almaty International Airport
Main gateway for Almaty; international and regional flights.
18 km
to venue
30-45 min
by car
Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport
Astana hub; only useful for onward domestic connections.
1,200 km
to venue
1h 40m by air plus transfers
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 60–95 / night
Older Soviet-era or simple city hotels; book early for May.
USD 110–180 / night
Reliable business hotels within 15-25 minutes of Atakent.
USD 250–420 / night
Five-star options with meeting space and airport transfers.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Ride-hailing (Yandex Go / InDriver)
Use the app pickup zone outside arrivals; 30-45 minutes.
City bus / metro plus bus
Buses serve Timiryazeva Street; metro requires a bus connection.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business visa (where required) | Visitors whose nationality is not on Kazakhstan's visa-free list | — | 5-10 working days |
Many EU, UK, US and CIS nationals can enter visa-free for short stays; check the current list before booking.
ATA Carnet is commonly accepted for temporary exhibition goods; confirm with the freight forwarder.
Official visa pageWeather
May is mild and unsettled: daytime 18-25 C, nights 10-14 C, with occasional rain and mountain showers.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Local 4G/5G SIMs are sold at the airport; venue Wi-Fi is normally available in the conference areas.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and language
Handshakes are common in business settings; Russian is widely used alongside Kazakh, and English is common among younger managers.
Dress and timing
Business formal is expected at meetings; arrive on time and allow extra travel time for Almaty traffic.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: Almaty International Airport (ALA)
Book 6-8 weeks ahead; May is high season for Almaty conferences.
Book flightsVisa-free entry for many nationalities; others need a business or visitor visa before travel.
Estimated cost: USD 60-100 where a visa is required
Processing: 5-10 working days
Carry a printed invitation letter and hotel booking if asked at the border.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Taxi or Yandex Go, 30-45 minutes, KZT 3,500-6,000.
Hotel → venue: Ride-hailing is the simplest option; hotel shuttles are limited.
Ride-hail: Yandex Go and InDriver operate across Almaty.
Public transit: Buses serve the Atakent stop; exact routes change, so check locally.
Parking: Surface parking at the venue; arrive early.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May
Temperature: 10-25 C
Seasonality: Occasional spring rain; mountain weather can change quickly.
Packing: Light layers, a compact umbrella and comfortable shoes for the halls.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: 2027-05-20
The second day usually has the fullest conference programme and the best chance of securing meetings after the opening-day rush.
Register online and print the named badge — Use the official KIHE visitor registration link and check passport-name spelling.
Book flights and a refundable hotel — Stay in the city centre or Bostandyk for a 15-25 minute commute.
Download the exhibitor list and shortlist 20 booths — Group targets by hall so you can walk the floor efficiently.
Request meetings and confirm interpreter needs — Russian is the main business language on many stands.
Check visa, insurance and airport transfer — Keep a printed hotel booking and invitation letter in your bag.
Registration and badge collection
Main entrance, Timiryazeva StreetSupplier meetings in Pavilions 9 and 10
Exhibition hallsLunch and informal networking
Atakent cafe areaMedInvest Forum sessions and expert talks
Conference hallsBig Almaty Lake
Nature
45-60 min from centre
Alpine lake at 2,500 m with mountain views; go early and check road access.
Charyn Canyon
Day Trip
3-4 hours by road
Dramatic canyon landscape; a full-day trip best done after the show.
Medeu and Shymbulak
Mountain
30-40 min from centre
Cable car and mountain walks close to the city.
Atakent business lounge
On-site
Quiet seating near the conference halls for follow-up meetings.
Republic Square hotel bars
After hours
Central hotels host visiting exhibitors and distributors in the evening.
KIHE runs for three days and most senior buyers leave after their meetings; a 48-hour follow-up keeps your company ahead of competitors who wait until after the show.
Budget
Shell scheme
USD 130–190 / m²
Raw space
USD 80–120 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Estimated from comparable Central Asian healthcare fairs; no 2027 tariff was published.
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 1170–1710 / booth
hotel
both · mid
USD 110–180 / night
per_diem
both · standard
USD 50–80 / day
visa
visitor · business
USD 60–100 / person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth | exhibitor | shell 9 sqm | USD 1170–1710 / booth | estimate | 2026-11-01 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 110–180 / night | estimate | 2026-11-01 |
| per_diem | both | standard | USD 50–80 / day | estimate | 2026-11-01 |
| visa | visitor | business | USD 60–100 / person | estimate | 2026-11-01 |
Decision
Six quick questions to choose visit, exhibit or skip.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What budget can you commit?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a shortlist of suppliers and three or more days of meetings.
Best for
Buyers and specifiers who need to compare products and meet distributors
Min. budget
$1,500.00
Timeline
2-4 weeks
Risks
Crowded halls
Limited meeting slots
exhibit
You can commit a booth, local follow-up and a partner plan.
Best for
Manufacturers seeking distribution and hospital contracts in Central Asia
Min. budget
$9,000.00
Timeline
3-6 months
Risks
Freight and customs delays
Need for Russian-language staff
skip
The market is out of scope or the budget is not approved.
Best for
Companies with no Central Asian mandate or no budget this cycle
Timeline
Next annual cycle
Risks
Missing distributor introductions
Losing visibility to competitors
Book with
Atakent Exhibition Center
Host venue for KIHE in Almaty.
Venue named on the official event site.
Air Astana
Kazakhstan flag carrier with direct regional and international routes to Almaty.
Suggested travel partner, not an announced KIHE sponsor.
Ministry of Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Official supporter of the KIHE project.
Named as an official supporter on the event site.
Eurasian Medical Association
Professional association listed as an official supporter of KIHE.
Named as an official supporter on the event site.
Recommended providers
Check nationality-specific visa-free rules before applying.
Premium option within 20 minutes of Atakent; ask for the corporate rate.
Direct flights to Almaty from regional hubs; book 6-8 weeks ahead.
Air and rail freight to Almaty; ATA Carnet handling available.
Business travel and exhibition liability cover; confirm medical evacuation cover.
Book Charyn Canyon or Big Almaty Lake day trips after the show.
Badge scanning and CRM export; confirm data residency terms.
FAQs & glossary
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