Everything German importers need to know — from visa & costs to suppliers, shipping, and ROI.
The Canton Fair (China Import and Export Fair) is the world’s largest sourcing exhibition, featuring 25,000+ exhibitors and 200,000+ international buyers.
Meet verified Chinese factories without intermediaries
Negotiate production pricing directly at source
Develop OEM products aligned with German quality standards
Diversify suppliers beyond EU-only sourcing
China remains one of Germany’s most important sourcing partners, especially for industrial, electrical, and consumer goods manufacturing.
| Phase | Dates (2026) | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 15–19 April | Electronics, Machinery, Hardware |
| Phase 2 | 23–27 April | Home, Lifestyle, Gifts |
| Phase 3 | 1–5 May | Apparel, Medical, FMCG |
Phase 1
Phase 2
Phase 2 + Phase 3
Location: Pazhou Complex, Guangzhou
FRA → CAN
MUC → CAN
BER → CAN
China M (Business) Visa
Required (Canton Fair or Chinese supplier)
4–7 working days
Chinese Visa Application Service Centres (Germany)
| Hotel Type | Area | Nightly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Pazhou | €80 – €120 |
| Mid-Range | Tianhe | €130 – €200 |
| Luxury | Zhujiang New Town | €220 – €380 |
| Method | Transit Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Sea Freight | 30–40 days | Bulk & industrial cargo |
| Air Freight | 6–10 days | Urgent shipments |
| Express | 3–5 days | Samples |
Source directly instead of EU resellers
Negotiate launch-friendly quantities
Meet CE, WEEE & labelling rules
Confirm carton, pallet & barcode standards
High ROI when paired with verification, compliance, and quality control.
Pre-fair strategy & on-ground support
Factory audits & background checks
Quality inspections
Pricing, MOQ & contract negotiation
Door-to-door shipping to Germany
Get expert guidance and maximise your sourcing success
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