Practical Information
Dates
21 to 24 October 2026
Venue
Palais du Peuple, Conakry, Republic of Guinea
Participants & visitors
5,000+ participants and visitors, 25+ represented countries, 100+ professional exhibitors, 1,000 qualified business meetings B2B, B2F, B2G
Under the High Patronage
H.E. Mamadi DOUMBOUYA, President of the Republic, Head of State
Under the High Patronage
H.E. Amadou Oury BAH, Prime Minister, Head of Government
Under the Patronage
Mr Djiba DIAKITÉ, Minister Director of the Cabinet of the Presidency of the Republic and President of the Simandou 2040 Strategic Committee
Co-organisers
CCIAG & Permanent Secretariat of the SBPME In collaboration with: APB, APAG, APIM-G and GDB
Palais du Peuple
Conakry
Event Venue
Palais du Peuple, Conakry, Republic of Guinea
The Palais du Peuple is the iconic venue hosting the Bank and SME Expo. Located in the heart of the Guinean capital, this prestigious venue offers modern facilities suited for international business meetings.
We welcome you to a space fully dedicated to exchanges, conferences, and networking between bankers, SMEs, financial institutions, and public decision-makers.
Entry Requirements
ECOWAS/AES nationals: Valid passport only.
Other countries: Entry visa to Guinea required. Please inquire at the nearest Guinean embassy.
Invitation letters: An official invitation letter can be issued to participants upon request during registration.
Badges and accreditation: Badge pick-up 72h before opening (from October 18, 2026) at the Palais du Peuple. Prior registration is required at www.salonbanquespme.org.
How to Register
Fill in the online form
Receive your confirmation and badge
Attend the Expo
Languages
The working language is French.
Simultaneous interpretation service is available upon request for English and Spanish.
Climate
October in Conakry: 24°C–33°C, favorable season.
Currency
The local currency is the Guinean Franc (GNF).
Exchange: Euro, Dollars, FCFA convertible at banks and authorised bureaux. ATMs, electronic payment and Mobile Money are available.
Health and Vaccinations
Required vaccines: Yellow Fever (mandatory), Typhoid, Meningitis.
It is recommended to consult your doctor before traveling.
Travel and Accommodation
By air
Ahmed Sékou TOURÉ International Airport
By road
Shuttles are organized between the airport, partner hotels, and the Palais du Peuple.
Hotels
Preferential rates have been negotiated at partner hotels. The list will be communicated to registered participants.
Local transport
Shuttles are organized between the airport, partner hotels, and the Palais du Peuple.
Participant Assistance
Contact: CCIAG (+224) 62233 2253 — SP SBPME (+226) 7667 6690 — contact@salonbanquespme.org
Useful contacts
Our team is at your disposal for any question before, during and after the Expo.
contact@salonbanquespme.org
Web
www.salonbanquespme.org · www.cciag.org.gn
CCIAG
+224 622 17 74 48 · 622 55 99 44 · 624 21 23 24
SP SBPME
+226 76 67 66 90 · +226 76 56 90 07
Social
@SBPMEGuinee