China Electronics Fair 2026
About the Exhibition
The China Electronics Fair (CEF) in Shanghai, held annually since 1964, is considered one of China's leading exhibitions for electronics and information and communication technologies. Held at the prestigious Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), it draws a wide range of specialists and industry executives interested in the latest innovations and technological advances. CEF aims to be a central marketplace for China's electronics industry; the organizer, China Electronic Appliance Co., Ltd., ensures the show always features relevant, in-demand topics — from integrated circuits and semiconductors to innovative IoT and automotive-electronics solutions. The fair presents an impressive range of products and services, including the latest components such as miniature chips, high-current inductors, high-frequency filters and advanced sensor systems for various applications, with special attention to semiconductor equipment, optical communication devices and specialized electronics shows.
Practical Information
- Start
- 10 November 2026
- End
- 12 November 2026
- City
- Shanghai
- Venue
- Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)
Industries
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Frequently Asked Questions
Business visa, interpreters, hotels and support for exhibition visitors in China.
The China Electronics Fair (CEF) in Shanghai, held annually since 1964, is considered one of China's leading exhibitions for electronics and information and communication technologies.
Dates: 10–12 November 2026. City: Shanghai. Venue: Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). Dates are set by the organizer and can be revised, so check them against the official source before booking travel.
Sectors: Electronics. The organizer publishes the full list of halls and the exhibitor line-up closer to the dates.
Most stands work in Chinese and only some teams speak English. We arrange a Chinese interpreter in Shanghai: at the stands, in supplier negotiations and on factory visits.
Hotels near the venue sell out months ahead, so start planning well before 10–12 November 2026. Entry requires an M business visa: we handle it end to end in 10-14 days, including the invitation for the fair, without you visiting a consulate.
Related events by sector or city: C-Touch & Display 2026 (27–29 October 2026); AquaTech China 2026 (28–30 October 2026); Shanghai International Oral Care Expo 2026 (28–30 October 2026). Several fairs can often be combined into one itinerary when the dates do not overlap.
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