The Canton Fair in Guangzhou runs twice a year across three phases and is China’s most comprehensive, long‑running trade show. If you’re attending as a buyer from Turkey, focus on visas, scheduling, and on‑the‑ground logistics. Consider this a roadmap for first‑timers and a practical checklist for repeat visitors. To plan your overall Canton Fair tour program (kanton tur programı), lock your target phase first, then build travel and meetings around it.

Why the Canton Fair?

• A large supplier pool under one roof: from consumer goods to industrial equipment.
• Face‑to‑face negotiations, product sampling, and quick quality checks.
• Post‑fair supplier and factory visits to deepen due diligence.

What to know about visas:

• Turkish passport holders need a visa. For buyer/business attendance, the M (business) visa is typically preferred. For up‑to‑date requirements, appointments, and documents, see: China visa (çin vizesi).
• Which visa to pick? We recommend the M (business) visa. In practice, it often allows stays of up to 30 days—enough to cover the fair plus factory and supplier visits in the same trip.
• Documents and timing: Company details, fair registration/approval, and—if available—an invitation letter are important. Start early and factor in appointment backlogs.

Timelines—plan accordingly:

• First‑time application with a company invitation: allow roughly 40–45 days.
• If you’ve held a China visa before: applications within the next two years are usually much faster.
• Other standard cases: around 10 business days. (Public holidays, appointment availability, and incomplete paperwork can extend this.)

Suggested application flow:

1. Complete buyer registration and badge/approval steps.
2. Secure your visa appointment early in peak periods.
3. Prepare documents: passport, application form, biometric photo, company letters, fair documents, provisional flight/hotel bookings.
4. Submit and track your application.
5. After passport pickup, finalize flights, accommodation, and local transport.

Fair schedule and planning tips:

• The Canton Fair runs in spring and autumn, split into three product‑group phases. Lock in your target phase first, then work backward on visa and logistics.
• First‑timers: begin 6–8 weeks ahead; experienced applicants often manage with 3–4 weeks.
• Mark both Turkish and Chinese public holidays; they can affect appointments and processing times.

Logistics in Guangzhou:

• Venue: China Import and Export Fair Complex (Pazhou). Expect queues at peak entry/exit; keep your badge and ID handy.
• Where to stay: Pazhou and Zhujiang New Town make commuting easier; book early as rates rise during the fair.
• Work prep: Bring business cards, prioritized product lists, and a meeting schedule. Cluster factory/supplier visits by route and time after the fair.

Quick answers:

• Which visa type? M (business) visa for buyer/business attendance (China visa / çin vizesi context).
• How long does it take? First‑timers should plan for 40–45 days; repeat applicants often see faster turnaround; standard cases average about 10 business days.
• Combine the fair with factory visits? Yes—the M visa makes this practical.

For phase calendars, buyer registration steps, badge procedures, and on‑site workflow notes, see the latest details in the Canton Fair tour program (kanton tur programı)