Join us at MIF Expo 2026 from November 12-15 in Paris, showcasing the best of French manufacturing.
Dates
12–15 Nov 2026
City / country
Paris, France
Venue
Paris – Porte de Versailles, Hall 7.2
Time
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Companies exhibiting at MIF Expo - Made In France include 1+3, 1083, 19CENT16, 900.care and A DEMAIN.
Event overview
MIF Expo - Made In France is a premier event dedicated to showcasing French manufacturing. Scheduled from November 12 to 15, 2026, at Paris – Porte de Versailles, Hall 7.
2, this expo will feature over 1,000 exhibitors and is expected to attract more than 110,000 visitors. Attendees will have the opportunity to discover a wide range of products across various sectors, including fashion, gastronomy, and innovation.
TL;DR
Visitors will benefit from direct access to a wide array of French-made products, networking opportunities with industry professionals, and insights into the latest trends in manufacturing.
Exhibitors gain visibility among a large audience of potential buyers, media coverage, and the opportunity to forge partnerships within the French manufacturing ecosystem. The event is designed to maximize sales opportunities and enhance brand recognition. Over 1,000 exhibitors expected. MIF Expo is crucial for promoting French craftsmanship and innovation. It connects consumers with local manufacturers, fostering a greater appreciation for products made in France.
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
13 allée des Cîteaux, 75015 Paris, France
Entrances & gates
Porte A2
Parking: Parking for visitors will be available at parking P6. For rates, please contact the visitor service at Porte de Versailles.
Gate: Visitor entry will be through Porte A2 of the exhibition center.
Attend
Event days & opening times
On-site
Free with pre-registration
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
This edition
2026
Visitors: 110,000
Exhibitors: 1,000
Next edition
Not announced yet
Testimonials
Pour notre troisième participation consécutive, nous avons mis à profit l’ensemble des enseignements tirés des années précédentes… et les résultats ont dépassé nos attentes : +40% de croissance par rapport à 2024 !
C'est devenu le carrefour de tous ceux qui se battent au quotidien pour continuer à développer des savoir-faire sur notre territoire, conscients des enjeux sociaux, sociétaux économiques et environnementaux.
Cet événement nous a fait du bien : il a renforcé notre fierté du made in France, créé du lien et rappeler l’importance de soutenir ceux qui produisent ici, avec passion et exigence.
Pour la marque Les vertueux, +11 000 brosses à dents Parti Prix ont été vendues, soit +88% de ventes par rapport à 2024 !
Une fois de plus le MIF Expo aura eu son beau succès cette année ! Un salon toujours riche en rencontres avec nos clients, les visiteurs, mais aussi avec les entrepreneurs du made in France !
Impact
MIF Expo - Made In France is a premier event dedicated to showcasing French manufacturing. Scheduled from November 12 to 15, 2026, at Paris – Porte de Versailles, Hall 7.2, this expo will feature over 1,000 exhibitors and is expected to attract more than 110,000 visitors. Attendees will have the opportunity to discover a wide range of products across various sectors, including fashion, gastronomy, and innovation. MIF Expo is crucial for promoting.
Audience quality
Visitors typically include Retail buyers seeking French-made products, Distributors looking for unique offerings, Consumers interested in sustainable goods, Industry professionals from various sectors. Dates: November 12-15, 2026. Location: Paris – Porte de Versailles, Hall 7.2. Over 1,000 exhibitors expected. More than 110,000 visitors anticipated. MIF Expo - Made In France attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibitors gain visibility among a large audience of potential buyers, media coverage, and the opportunity to forge partnerships within the French manufacturing ecosystem. The event is designed to maximize sales opportunities and enhance brand recognition. Over 1,000 exhibitors expected. MIF Expo is crucial for promoting French craftsmanship and innovation. It connects consumers with local manufacturers, fostering a greater appreciation for products made in France. Exhibitor categories include Manufacturers of.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
MIF Expo is one of Europe's largest showcases dedicated exclusively to French-made products, bringing consumer and trade audiences together in Hall 7.2 of Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. For buyers it is a concentrated sourcing window into French SME and mid-cap manufacturing across food and terroir, fashion and textiles, home and décor, beauty and industrial know-how, with certification labels (Origine France Garantie, Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant) acting as quality filters. Because the venue sits in central Paris, the show also doubles as a market-entry platform for French producers seeking export distributors, and for international retailers and corporate-gifting buyers wanting French-origin ranges under one roof.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Digital buyer journeys
Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.
Sustainability in procurement
Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.
Automation and labour efficiency
Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.
Regional supply-chain resilience
Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.
Hybrid engagement models
Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.
MIF Expo sits in a Paris-centric circuit of design, food, fashion and industrial trade shows. Buyers sourcing French-made ranges typically pair MIF Expo with a Maison & Objet, SIAL or Première Vision visit, while industrial and equipment sourcing sits with Global Industrie and food-service with Sirha.
September–October
Maison & Objet and Première Vision autumn editions — useful for design and fashion sourcing before MIF Expo.
October–November
SIAL Paris food editions and MIF Expo sit close together in the Paris autumn show season; book hotel and flights early.
March
Global Industrie and Sirha spring editions for industrial equipment and food-service sourcing.
Event names and host cities are drawn from the established French trade-show calendar; confirm current dates and venues on each organiser's site before planning.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
RER B + Metro often faster to Porte de Versailles or Villepinte.
to venue
40–60 min off-peak
by car
Orly is closer to southern Paris halls.
to venue
25–40 min
by car
Gateway airport for Paris.
to venue
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Hotels flanking Paris Expo Porte de Versailles and Issy RER corridor.
sourceWalking distance to Porte de Versailles halls; Metro line 12.
sourceUpscale Left Bank hotels ~15–20 min Metro to major fairgrounds.
sourceGet around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi
RER B + Metro often faster to Porte de Versailles or Villepinte.
taxi
Orly is closer to southern Paris halls.
taxi
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) | Nationals of countries without a Schengen visa-waiver agreement (including India, China, Turkey, and much of Africa and the Middle East) travelling to France for trade-fair attendance, business meetings or tourism for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. | — | Typically 15 calendar days from the appointment at the French consulate or its outsourced visa centre; allow 3–6 weeks in peak periods. | |
| Visa-free entry under the Schengen waiver | Citizens of the EU/EEA, the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Brazil and other visa-waiver nationals attending as trade visitors or exhibitors. | — | No visa required. The ETIAS pre-travel authorisation for visa-waiver travellers is being phased in — check its live status before booking. |
Visa-free for EU/EEA and Swiss nationals, and for visa-waiver nationals including the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Brazil — 90 days in any 180-day period across Schengen. ETIAS is expected to apply to these travellers once operational.
France accepts ATA carnets for the temporary admission of exhibition goods, professional equipment and commercial samples, and they are widely used by exhibitors at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Arrange the carnet through your national issuing chamber and have it validated by French customs on arrival; keep the re-export deadline and stamped counterfoils from the show.
Official visa pageWeather
November in Paris typically sees 3–9°C. Cold; early frost. Winter coat and gloves. Check the forecast a week before travel and pack for walking between halls and outdoor transfers.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
EU roaming may apply for EU SIMs; local prepaid SIM and eSIM options are widely available — confirm venue Wi‑Fi with the organiser.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Registration
Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to Paris.
Arrival
Arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: CDG
Book flights to CDG when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue; compare ORY only if fares are materially lower.
France is a Schengen state. EU/EEA and many visa-waiver nationals (UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Brazil and others) can attend MIF Expo in Paris for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. Nationals of countries without a Schengen waiver agreement (including India, China, Turkey and much of Africa and the Middle East) need a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C): EUR 90 for adults, typically decided within 15 calendar days of the consulate appointment, and applied for at the French consulate covering your main destination. A visa-waiver (ETIAS) pre-travel authorisation is being phased in for waiver nationals — verify its status on the official EU portal before booking. Business visitors should carry an invitation letter or employer letter, confirmed hotel booking, return ticket and travel-insurance proof.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Apply to the French consulate responsible for your main destination, with appointment, biometrics, invitation letter from the organiser or employer, hotel booking, travel medical insurance and return ticket. Reduced fees apply for children 6–11 (EUR 45) and exemptions for under-6s and certain categories. Stay is limited to 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen area. Passports sho
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: CDG/ORY to fairgrounds: RER B + Metro, or taxi; allow 45–75 min depending on hall location.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Paris – Porte de Versailles, Hall 7.2: Porte de Versailles / Issy-les-Moulineaux; 15th arrondissement (Convention–Vaugirard); 7th arrondissement / Eiffel Tower quarter.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Paris; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Metro line 12 to Porte de Versailles; RER for north/south Paris halls.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Paris – Porte de Versailles, Hall 7.2; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: 3–9°C
Seasonality: Cold; early frost.
Packing: November in Paris typically sees 3–9°C. Cold; early frost. Winter coat and gloves.
Plan your trip
Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Friday 13 November 2026 (Day 2)
Trade-focused attendance is strongest on the Thursday and Friday, and by Day 2 exhibitors are fully set up with stock, samples and senior staff on the stand — unlike Day 1, when set-up and opening ceremonies still absorb attention. The weekend days (Sat 14 and Sun 15 Nov) draw substantially larger public crowds, which lengthens queues at the Porte de Versailles entrances and makes focused supplier conversations harder. Friday therefore gives the best ratio of exhibitor availability to floor congestion; if you can only attend one day and need supplier meetings, pair Friday with a short Thursday afternoon orientation sweep.
Château de Versailles
Provins — medieval walled town (UNESCO)
Show-floor B2B and hosted-buyer meeting zones
On-site trade networking
The organiser concentrates trade-visitor meetings, buyer programmes and follow-up appointments in dedicated areas separated from consumer aisles — the most efficient place to hold scheduled supplier conversations.
Conference and demonstration stages
Sessions and talks
Panel and workshop sessions on French manufacturing, relocalisation and retail bring together exhibitors, buyers and press; arrive early and use the Q&A and coffee breaks to introduce yourself. Check mifexpo.fr/schedule for the day-by-day line-up.
Cafés and brasseries around Place de la Porte de Versailles and Avenue Ernest Renan
Off-site, walkable
Practical for informal follow-up meetings and evening debriefs with exhibitors and visiting buyers once the halls close at 18:00–19:00.
Budget
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · On-site
EUR 10 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | On-site | EUR 10 / per person | official |
Decision
Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You need to source French suppliers, benchmark 'Origine France Garantie'/EPV-labelled ranges or test the market before committing to a stand.
Best for
Retail buyers, distributors, sourcing and procurement managers, importers, journalists and first-time market scouts who want to assess French-made suppliers without committing floor space.
Min. budget
$700.00
Timeline
4–8 weeks ahead: register for a badge (entry EUR 10 on site, free with pre-registration), book flights and a Porte de Versailles-area hotel, and apply for a Schengen visa if your nationality requires one.
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Show-week demand pushes 15th-arrondissement hotel rates up; book 6–10 weeks out.
Weekend days (14–15 Nov) draw much heavier public crowds and slow trade conversations.
exhibit
You hold a genuine French-origin product line and want direct B2B leads plus consumer feedback in one of France's largest 'Made in France' showcases.
Best for
French manufacturers, artisan producers and distributors who want four days of trade-buyer meetings plus consumer validation and press exposure in Hall 7.2.
Min. budget
$3,500.00
Timeline
4–6 months: contract stand space through the organiser (Agence Flag), confirm shell scheme or custom build, register stand staff, arrange sample shipping (ATA carnet for temporary imports) and run a 90-day pre-show marketing push.
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Booth pricing is not published in this listing; request the exhibitor rate card before forecasting.
Four-day show with heavy weekend public traffic requires a staffing rota and French-language collateral.
skip
Budget or travel constraints are binding, your relevant supplier categories are already covered, or your interest is France-generic rather than 'Made in France' specific.
Best for
Businesses with no French-manufacturing sourcing need, or teams that can cover the category through distributors, trade press or online B2B platforms.
Timeline
None.
Risks
Skipping means losing the 2026 slot — the next edition falls roughly 12 months later.
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