About this expo
The Seoul International Invention Fair (SIIF) is an annual international intellectual property showcase, providing a global platform for inventors, companies, research institutions, and IP professionals from around the world to connect, share, and collaborate. Hosted by the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) and organized by the Korea Invention Promotion Association (KIPA), SIIF also benefits from cooperation with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the International Federation of Inventors' Associations (IFIA).
The 2026 edition of SIIF is scheduled to take place from December 2-5, 2026, at COEX Hall C, located within the COEX Convention & Exhibition Center in Seoul, South Korea. This event has been held annually since at least 2002, establishing itself as a significant gathering in the intellectual property landscape.
Participants can engage in an awards and recognition programme for submitted inventions, offering a valuable opportunity for exposure and validation. With past editions attracting substantial international participation, such as 723 inventions from 34 countries in 2014, SIIF remains a key event for showcasing innovations and fostering global IP networking.
Highlights
5 items- Annual international intellectual property showcase
- AUMA listed event
- Held at COEX Hall C, COEX Convention & Exhibition Center
- Features an awards and recognition programme
- Past participation: 723 inventions from 34 countries (2014)
FAQ
4 questionsWhen and where does it take place?+
SIIF 2026 will be held from December 2-5, 2026, at COEX Hall C, COEX Convention & Exhibition Center in Seoul, South Korea.
Who organizes it?+
SIIF is hosted by the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) and organized by the Korea Invention Promotion Association (KIPA). It receives cooperation from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the International Federation of Inventors' Associations (IFIA).
What industries and products are covered?+
The event is an international intellectual property showcase, open to individual and group inventors, companies, research institutions, and IP professionals from around the world, focusing on inventions across various sectors.
How can I attend or exhibit?+
Exhibitors and visitors can register and find details on online application, payment guides, booth information, exhibition schedules, and admission via the official SIIF website at kipa.org/siif_en.