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[Philippines Medical Expo] 2025 Philippines International Medical Equipment Exhibition: Exhibition Participation and Travel Guide

This exhibition is the largest and most specialized medical device trade show in the Philippines and throughout Southeast Asia.

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Philippine International Healthcare Equipment Exhibition

Philippines Medical Expo

Philippines - Manila

August 13–15, 2025

Preface

The Philippines International Medical Device Exhibition is about to be held in… 2025 August 13–15 Grandly held in Manila, Philippines! This exhibition is the largest and most professional medical device trade show in the country, bringing together experts from around the world in the medical, dental, and pharmaceutical sectors— including manufacturers, suppliers, and pharmacists. To ensure a smooth experience for your participation and travel, we have compiled below some key information for your reference and preparation.

Exhibition Details

Exhibition Name

Philippines Medical Expo 2025

Exhibition Hall Name

SMX Convention Center Manila, Philippines

Exhibition Address

FUNCTION ROOM 1–5, SMX Convention Center, Manila

Exhibition Schedule

Exhibition setup time

▪ Exhibitors are required to prepare their own promotional posters. 。

▪ Prior to setting up your booth, please carefully review the exhibition hall’s posted exhibit‑setup regulations. Exhibitors planning to bring heavy equipment must contact the official freight forwarder in advance. Before 8:00 PM on August 11–12 Moving into the exhibition hall.

▪ Posters and other materials should be affixed using easily removable adhesive tape; we recommend using… Hang using an “S”-shaped hook or a circular clamp with a diameter of 76 mm or greater. After the exhibition, all materials must be thoroughly cleaned up, leaving no adhesive residue. Do not nail, punch holes in, or melt the display panels, as such actions may result in fines.

Exhibition Duration

Exhibition closing time

▪ Wooden crates, cardboard boxes, and other packaging materials used for transporting exhibits must be removed from the exhibition hall or disposed of at the designated waste‑disposal area after installation or dismantling; otherwise, the venue will impose a fee for waste removal. 。

▪ The distribution of any flyers or promotional materials is prohibited outside the exhibition booth.

Exhibition Guidelines and Important Notes

01 Exhibition Pass Collection

Exhibitors are requested to present their business cards at the registration desk on August 11–12, 2025 (the setup days) to obtain their exhibitor badges after providing their booth numbers. Typically, air conditioning is not turned on during the setup period. Additional exhibition equipment will arrive in the afternoon and be gradually installed. It is recommended to visit the exhibition hall in the afternoon for setup.

02 Preparation of Exhibition Materials

To ensure a successful exhibition experience, all participating companies are required to prepare sufficient promotional materials, including product catalogs, company profiles, and advertising images. Companies may also distribute small souvenirs and tote bags bearing their corporate logo during the event. For key clients, please make advance arrangements and, as appropriate, prepare suitable gifts.

03 Exhibition Participation Guidelines

1. During the event, visitors are required to wear formal attire; slippers and shorts are not permitted. As the indoor temperature is low, please bring a jacket.

2. Children are not permitted to enter.

3. During the event, no exhibits shall be brought into or removed from the exhibition hall.

4. Exhibitors are obligated to safeguard their exhibits; please carry valuable items with you at all times to prevent theft. Any liability arising from the loss, theft, or damage of exhibits shall be borne solely by the exhibitor.

5. During the exhibition, please wear your exhibitor badge at all times; entry will be denied without it.

6. Smoking is prohibited. The venue is a smoke-free area, encompassing both traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes. 。

7. There is no free Wi‑Fi available at the exhibition venue. Please bring your own data SIM card or a portable Wi‑Fi device.

Entry Requirements

Philippine Electronic Arrival Card :

Within 72 hours prior to departure, complete the electronic Customs Baggage Declaration Form (e-CBDF) and the electronic Currency Declaration Form (e-CDF) via the website at https://etravel.gov.ph/ or by downloading the eGovPH app. After completing the registration, a QR code will be generated. Please save it to your phone’s photo album. Travelers must present it at check-in and upon arrival in the Philippines. The eTravel QR code will record the applicant’s passport and personal information, address in the Philippines, entry and exit dates, flight details, and currency declaration forms, among other data.

(Registration for the Electronic Travel Authority is [free] and does not require any online payment. Please be wary of fraudulent, counterfeit, or scam websites and organizations that demand payment from travelers.)

Travel Advisory

1. Please bring your original passport (with at least six months of validity), a valid visa, an invitation letter, and your round-trip flight itinerary.

2. Bring an ample supply of brochures, posters, and other materials.

3. Mobile phone (with international roaming enabled), charger, power bank with a 3C certification mark, and a travel adapter.

4. Bring your toiletries and necessary clothing, and pack some of your regular medications—such as gastrointestinal remedies, allergy pills, fever reducers, and pain relievers—for emergencies.

5. Please do not place computers, batteries, or power banks in your checked baggage.

6. The Philippines—Manila—is in the same time zone as China, with no time difference.

7. Currency: The local currency is the peso (PESO). 1 U.S. dollar ≈ 55.76 pesos, and 1 Chinese yuan ≈ 7.74 pesos (please refer to the actual exchange rate).

8. In Manila, August temperatures typically range from 26°C to 31°C, with an average daytime high of around 30°C and an average nighttime low of about 26°C. It’s recommended to wear light, breathable clothing such as short-sleeved shirts, shorts, and skirts. For business meetings or more formal visits, be sure to bring smart attire.

9. The standard voltage in the Philippines is 220–240V, so most household appliances can be used safely. Most outlets are two‑flat‑pin type; both round and three‑prong plugs require adapters.

10. Filipinos avoid the numbers “13” and the day “Friday,” viewing them as symbols of bad luck and disaster. They also refrain from handing objects or picking up food with their left hand, believing it to be unclean and lowly; using the left hand is considered a grave insult to others.