If you want to experience multiple phases of the Canton Fair, the above options can be combined to create a longer stay, with or without addons to Shenzhen, Foshan or Yiwu. Please contact us for a tailored itinerary and costing.
Walking – Ensure you have comfortable shoes as you will be walking a lot each day.
Bespoke itineraries can be accommodated, please enquire and we will work to meet your requests. Note that this may incur additional costs.
Return private vehicle transfers between Guangzhou Airport and the hotel
Five nights accommodation at our recommended five-star hotel
Buffet breakfast daily
Dinners daily
Canton Fair Buyers Badge
(Collected from the Hotel)
Return coach transfers from the hotel to the site each day of the Fair
Detailed pre-departure information pack
Services of your tour host
A business trip to Shenzhen provides unparalleled access to China’s dynamic electronics industry. As a global hub for electronics manufacturing, Shenzhen offers prime opportunities for sourcing high-quality electronic products directly from manufacturers. These trips offer participants exclusive supplier connections, market insights, and essential trade knowledge, streamlining the sourcing process and fostering valuable business relationships crucial for success in international trade.
Private Tour Guides are available. Please inquire about pricing for this option.
Bespoke itineraries can be accommodated, please enquire and we will work to meet your requests. Note that this may incur additional costs.
Walking – Ensure you have comfortable shoes as you will be walking a lot each day.
Return private vehicle transfers between Guangzhou Airport and the hotel
Two nights accommodation at our recommended four-star hotel
Buffet breakfast daily
Dinners daily
Detailed pre-departure information pack
Breakfast
Transfer to Huaqiangbei Electronics Market
Free roam through the fair
Transfer back to hotel
Dinner
Embarking on a business trip to Foshan offers direct access to China’s renowned furniture manufacturing sector and diverse industries. With expert guidance, participants gain exclusive supplier connections, market insights, and essential trade knowledge. This streamlined experience facilitates efficient sourcing while fostering valuable business connections crucial for success in international trade.
Tour Hosts are available for guiding and translating. Please inquire about pricing for this option.
Bespoke itineraries can be accommodated, please enquire and we will work to meet your requests. Note that this may incur additional costs.
Walking – Ensure you have comfortable shoes as you will be walking a lot each day.
Return private vehicle transfers between Guangzhou to Foshan & Foshan to Airport and hotel transfers
Three nights accommodation at our recommended five-star hotel
Buffet breakfast daily
Dinners daily
Detailed pre-departure information pack
Breakfast
Transfer to Louvre International Furniture Exhibition Center
Free roam through the center
Transfer back to hotel
Dinner
Yiwu International Trade Mart District is one of the world’s largest wholesale markets, with 75,000 booths offering a vast array of products across numerous categories, from electronics to textiles. This district provides unparalleled access to a diverse range of suppliers, facilitating cost-effective sourcing opportunities and enabling businesses to find unique and competitively priced goods. The market’s extensive infrastructure supports efficient logistics and transportation, ensuring smooth procurement processes. Additionally, Yiwu’s strategic location and its reputation as a global trade hub make it an ideal destination for forging international business relationships and expanding market reach.
The flight to Hangzhou included in the Yiwu package is based on an economy fare. 1 Bag (20kg limit).
Pricing may vary at the time of ticketing as flight availability and local taxes vary.
Bespoke itineraries can be accommodated, please enquire and we will work to meet your requests. Note that this may incur additional costs.
Walking – Ensure you have comfortable shoes as you will be walking a lot each day.
Note: The following may change as the official advice for the October 2024 Canton Fair has not yet been released.
The first step is to Pre-Register for the Canton Fair. This puts you in their system so that you can then apply for your Badge and also the Invitation letter.
To Register, go here https://www.cantonfair.org.cn/en-US/customPages/buyerGuide
Guide on registering view here
Overseas Buyers attending the Canton Fair require a badge to get into the fair.
After completing pre-registration, overseas new buyers can collect the first Buyer Badge for free at alternative registration offices such as Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and designated hotels in Guangzhou. You will be staying in a designated hotel so this will make the process much easier.
In the portal, there is an option to apply for an invitation letter. Follow the instructions and apply. this is very important as you will require this letter when you apply for the visa to China.
To get the latest information and to Register, please visit the official website for the Canton Fair.
There are 4 steps to go through to get a Visa to enter China for the Canton Fair. Before you apply, you will require the Invitation letter for the Canton Fair.
All steps and guidance from the China Embassy is here
Complete the Onlive visa Application form. this normally takes about 30-40mins.
All the instructions and the link to the form are on the China Embassy Website
http://nz.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsfw/visa/qze002/qze006/qze007/202008/t20200801_965998.htm
After completing China Visa Online Application Form, you need to book an appointment for visa application submission to the consular office through the Appointment for Visa Application Submission website.
https://avas.mfa.gov.cn/qzyyCoCommonController.do?yyindex&locale=en_USavas.cs.mfa.gov.cn
There are 2 ways to ways to submit your Visa Application.
Make sure that if you are doing it in person, you have made an appointment. You will get your fingerprints taken while you are there.
This generally requires you to be at the China Consulate prior to the 9am opening. It usually means that you will be in a queue from 8am to get in.
You will be given a pickup slip when submitting your application in person at the consular office. You must bring the pickup slip for passport collection and make the payment for your visa application.
For more information, please refer to the consulate website.
http://nz.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/lsfw/visa/qze002/qze006/qze012/
Normal processing can take up to 2 weeks.
