Fi Europe 2026 FAQs

Fi Europe 2026 takes place from 17 – 19 November at Messe Frankfurt, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, 60327 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

• Visitor opening hours are 10:00–18:00 on 17th and 18th November, and 10:00–16:00 on 19th November. Some pass types may offer entry from 9:00; check your pass details before travelling.

*Please note that Priority and Premium visitor passes may enter the venue from 9:00 AM

Fi Europe is a global food ingredients event connecting food and beverage suppliers, buyers, R&D experts and production specialists to source ingredients, technologies and solutions, build relationships and explore industry insights.

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Registered attendees receive access instructions when the platform is live. The app supports networking, meetings, digital badges and exhibitor lead capture.

Whether you need a visa depends on your nationality and circumstances. Before travelling, check the latest entry requirements for Germany on your government’s travel advice website. Once you’ve registered for Fi Europe, you can use the link in your confirmation email to request confirmation of participation. Exhibitors can also find the process in the exhibitor manual. 

Then using your registration key, you can request a "confirmation of participation" - the link for this form can be found in the exhibitor manual or your confirmation email.

After this you can go ahead and apply for your visa.

Once your registration is confirmed and the event app has launched, your digital badge will be available in the app.

Find official accommodation-partner information and Frankfurt travel guidance on the Travel & Venue page.

You’ll find the Messe Frankfurt address, directions and transport options on our Travel & Venue page to help you plan your journey.

Complete the exhibitor enquiry form with your organisation, activity and preferred stand size so the Fi Europe team can discuss the relevant options and next steps.

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Use the Exhibitor Manual for registration, operational information and other guidance for confirmed exhibitors

Open the Exhibitor Manual

Exhibitor opening hours are 8:00–18:30 on 17th and 18th November, and 8:00–22:00 on 19th November.

Food ingredient Europe visitors represent all sectors of the F&B industry, who come to source suppliers of ingredients, raw materials, dietary supplements and services, to meet existing partners and gain ideas and inspiration about the industry. Here are the job functions in attendance:

• Manufacturers 
• Distributors
• Purchasers
• Wholesalers
• Suppliers
• Importers and exporters 
• Research & development
• Food technologists
• Procurement specialists
• Branding & marketing
• Scientists 
• Retailers

In 2026, we are expecting +24,500 attendees.

• Tuesday 17 November 2026, 8:00-18:30
• Wednesday 18 November 2026, 8:00-18:30
• Thursday 19 November 2026,  8:00-22:00

No, Fi Europe as of this year continues as an in-person event, enhanced by our digitally-enabled event.

There is however the possibility to participate in the digital event only.

Each aspect of Fi Europe comes with unique benefits:

• Digital: Connect with new clients and establish a relationship before meeting them onsite. You can reach a wider global audience, especially those attendees who cannot travel, share your content, and create brand awareness on the platform.
• In-Person: Avoid multiple trips to visit your clients, close deals onsite with the trust of the face-to-face element, offer a sensory experience through your ingredients, be where your peers are.

Yes, it is always possible to upgrade later and in addition can purchase several sponsorship items increasing ROI as well. Please speak with your account manager.

Connections and meetings are a core element of a successful event experience.

• Connect, chat & video call with Attendees Browse the attendee list and use the filters to quickly find the most relevant attendees for you and your company. You can send connection requests and chat instantly. Once the connection request is accepted you will be able to video call through the platform outside of meeting times!
• Incoming Requests: Visitors can reach out to you directly to connect. They will be able to send your company or your team members meeting requests. All meetings incl their status can be viewed in your Exhibitor Center under “Meetings”. Please note we strongly advise you to not just wait for incoming requests but be proactive towards visitors.
• Suggested Matches: Our matchmaking engine uses the information you have entered on your profile when registering and makes suggestions of attendees that might be relevant to you. You can find these suggestions at the top of the attendee list.
• Other Networking Opportunities: Participate in the extensive content programme during the event where you can chat with other attendees and pose questions to the speakers.

Your main stand holder will need to register you directly via the Exhibitor Manual. Once they register you, you will receive an email with a link to your registration form, where you will need to complete some additional information. Once done you will be registered for the event.

Yes, you will be able to see the contact details of the attendee once you are a connection.

A connection is made by sending a connection request and the other person accepting it.

To register, choose the pass that best suits your visit and follow the online steps to book your place.

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Food and beverage professionals across sourcing, production, R&D, technology, procurement and distribution.

Yes. Compare pass entry times and inclusions before booking.

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Yes. Visitors must be aged 16 or over. Nursing mothers are welcome to attend with their babies. A responsibility waiver must be completed at check-in, and a private room will be available on site.

Yes, we have a paid tickets model as this ensures a more enhanced experience for attendees. By charging for tickets, we can allocate resources to improve key aspects such as venue quality, catering, entertainment, and overall event production. Moreover, paid entry often attracts a more invested audience, creating a more meaningful networking and learning experience for all participants.

You can browse the Fi Europe 2026 exhibitor list online to see which companies will be at the event and plan who you’d like to visit.

View the Fi Europe 2026 exhibitor list