April 2-4, 2026
Seoul COEX Hall C&D

IFS ┃International Franchise Show

IFS ┃International
Franchise Show

IFS is a purpose-built exhibition where aspiring entrepreneurs, franchisees, and
franchisors can objectively compare and evaluate the standards for
franchise selection, operation, and expansion.

Bringing together proven brands, real operational data, revenue models,
and hands-on expertise, IFS presents the core realities of franchise business in one place.

It offers a practical platform to shape the next strategy
or franchise growth—from the Korean market to the global stage.

*Only brands with disclosure documents officially registered with the Korea Fair Trade Commission are eligible to participate in the IFS Franchise Zone

Show Outline

Show Outline

Previous IFS On-site Highlight

Previous IFS On-site Highlight

IFS International Franchise Show

IFS
International Franchise Show

     Title     |  IFS - International Franchise Show

     Dates   |  April 2 (Thur) - 4 (Sat), 2026 

     Venue  |  COEX Hall C, D

     Host     |  KFA - Korea Franchise Association

    Organizer  |  RX Korea, COEX

     Sponsor  |  Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources,
                          Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs,
                          Ministry of SMEs and Startups
                          FairTrade Commission
                          Ministry of Food and Drug Safety
                          Ministry of Intellectual Property

     Program   |  Franchise zone, Retail zone, Seminar
                          Consulting, Biz-matching, Rising Star Zone 

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IFS Schedule

IFS Schedule

IFS is held twice a year, in Spring and Autumn, and returns this year
with an even more comprehensive franchise-focused exhibition.

IFS is held twice a year,
in Spring and Autumn, and returns
this year with an even more
comprehensive franchise-focused exhibition.

April 2 (Thur) - 4  (Sat)

COEX Hall C, D

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October 22 (Thur) - 24 (Sat)

COEX Hall C

IFS Exhibition Zones

IFS Exhibition Zones

IFS is consisted of "Franchise" zone which connects aspiring entrepreneurs with franchisors,
and the "Retail" zone, showcasing distribution, equipment, and services essential for store operations.

At IFS, discover optimal solutions that present the latest industry trends
and contribute to the continued growth of the franchise ecosystem

IFS is consisted of "Franchise" zone which connects aspiring entrepreneurs with franchisors,
and the "Retail" zone, showcasing distribution, equipment, and services essential for store operations.

At IFS, discover optimal solutions that present the latest industry trends
and contribute to the continued growth of the franchise ecosystem

Thinking of Starting
a Business?

Starting a Business?

Planning to open/operate
a store?

Operate a store?

Explore ready-to-launch franchise ideas!
— featuring only Korea Fair Trade Commission–registered brands.

Discover proven know-how to improve operational efficiency!
where essential store equipment and solutions come together.

🔎Main Items

🔎Main
Items

💡Main Product/Servies

💡Main Product
& Servies

Food/Restaurant
Cafe/Dessert
 Delivery/Takeout
Unmanned Store · Sports 
Beauty/Goods
Whole Sale/Retail · Other Service
Education/Kids · Pet

Kitchen Equipment
Serving/Cooking Robot
POS · Kiosk·Smart Order
Interior · Package · Logistics
Sanitation · Security System

✨Trend

✨Trend

🔦Trend

🔦Trend

Low-risk startup · Low initial investment
Unmanned & Automated System
Renewal franchise model
Cost-effective business model

Store automation · Operational efficiency
Reduced labor costs
AI-powered store management
Sustainable packaging

☺️Who Should Attend

☺️Who Should Attend

🏢Who Should Attend

🏢Who Should Attend

Business owners exploring new opportunities
Young & first-time entrepreneurs
Professionals planning a second career

Aspiring store owners
Franchisees focused on improving operations
Franchisors seeking new business opportunities

Host・Organizer

Host・Organizer

Host

Korea Franchise Association

Korea’s leading franchise association
and the world’s second largest,
representing over 1,300 member companies
and supporting the global growth of K‑Franchises.

Organizer

RX Korea (Reed Exhibitions Korea Ltd.)

A global exhibition company
with 3,700 experts across 30 countries,
organizing more than 500 exhibitions
worldwide and providing comprehensive
know-how across exhibition development,
marketing, sales, and operations.

Organizer

COEX

Korea’s largest exhibition
and convention organizer,
hosting over 200 exhibitions
and more than 2,500 international
conferences and events annually.

Visit us

Equip yourself with the latest technologies and trends by visiting International Franchise Show, the largest start-up fair in Korea. 

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Exhibit with us

Widen your connections with a variety of prospective entrepreneurs who are present every year. Please contact IFS Show Management for more exhibiting information.

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