How much does a stand cost at EQUIP AUTO Côte d'Ivoire 2026?

Fitting out a stand for EQUIP AUTO Côte d'Ivoire 2026 costs between 387,000 FCFA, for a turnkey 6 m² modular stand over 3 days, and more than 20 million FCFA for a 36 m² custom stand with a premium finish. For a 9 m² stand, budget 760,000 to 900,000 FCFA to rent the structure and furniture, and 3.2 to 5.9 million FCFA for a custom build.

The show runs from 26 to 28 November 2026 at the Abidjan Exhibition Centre, with 150 exhibitors and 10,000 visitors expected. As this is the first edition, every exhibitor wants a stand that gets noticed without blowing the budget.

Here you will find the real prices listed in Abidjan, line by line, the factors that drive the bill up or down, and a simple method to estimate your budget before you order.

How much does a custom stand cost for EQUIP AUTO Côte d'Ivoire 2026?

A custom stand in Abidjan costs between 350,000 and 650,000 FCFA per m² turnkey, depending on the finish. A basic stand starts at around €600 per m², or close to 400,000 FCFA. On that basis, a custom stand budget looks like this:

These are average prices before volume reductions. On larger stands, the price per m² goes down: quotes issued in 2026 for 36 to 40 m² stands at EQUIP AUTO range from 14 to 15 million FCFA with a premium finish.

A custom stand fit-out generally includes:

• 3D design and technical drawings;
• building the structure, the signage and the counter;
• flooring, lighting and graphics;
• transport, set-up and a project manager during the show.

Two things to check on the quote: dismantling, often charged as an option, and the difference between what you own (structure, signage, counter) and what stays rented (screens, furniture, plants). The overall budget for a custom stand has to be decided early: design and manufacturing take several weeks, and Abidjan's workshops are already busy with SIREXE from 18 to 22 November. Send your request from our custom stand page or compare both approaches in our guide modular vs custom stand: which one to choose.

How much does a stand cost at EQUIP AUTO Côte d'Ivoire 2026?

What does a stand cost if you do not go fully custom? It all depends on the format. Three options are available at the Abidjan Exhibition Centre: space only with furniture, a dressed modular stand and a custom stand. Here is the price of a trade show stand for the 3 days of EQUIP AUTO, built with the prices listed on mobilier.africa as of 16 October 2026, with no VAT to add:

A 9 m² trade show stand therefore costs around 800,000 FCFA to rent, compared with 3 to 6 million to build. A custom stand costs 4 to 7 times more, but it becomes a unique space designed around your products.

These amounts do not include the floor space itself, which the organiser invoices in the exhibitor pack. According to trade show professionals, renting the space accounts for about a third of the total budget, so plan for at least three times that amount overall. The rest covers the fit-out, furniture, staff and marketing. For furniture ideas by stand size, see our guide stand furniture rental for EQUIP AUTO Côte d'Ivoire 2026.

What are the fit-out costs for a stand at EQUIP AUTO Côte d'Ivoire 2026?

Fit-out costs break down into five items. The prices below come from the mobilier.africa catalogue, with delivery and installation by our team in Abidjan.

1. The structure. A modular stand rents for 10,000 FCFA per m² per day, from 6 m², in 6, 9, 12, 18, 24 and 36 m² formats. For 9 m² over 3 days: 270,000 FCFA. This modular stand adapts to your plot and comes down in a few hours.
2. Wall graphics. Allow 25,000 FCFA per wall for a printed and installed PVC panel, or 60,000 FCFA per m² for seamless FOREX cladding, which hides the aluminium frame and looks close to a custom build.
3. Flooring. Carpet costs 7,500 FCFA per m² and wood-effect Gerflex 14,500 FCFA per m², installation included. All the details are in our article on Gerflex prices in Abidjan.
4. Furniture and screens. A counter customised with your logo costs 35,000 FCFA per day, a bar stool 5,000 FCFA and a 65-inch screen on a stand 95,000 FCFA. Turnkey packs bring the bill down: the 13-item 9 m² pack costs 150,000 FCFA per day and the 18 m² premium pack 200,000 FCFA per day, delivery, set-up and dismantling included.
5. Logistics. A delivery, set-up and dismantling fee of 25,000 to 85,000 FCFA depending on the number of items, shown in the cart before you confirm. A pack counts as a single item.

Sample fit-out budget for an 18 m² modular stand over 3 days:

That works out at around 26,000 FCFA per m² per day, before volume discounts (12% from 1,000,000 FCFA of rental). A complete stand fit-out, structure and furniture included, therefore stays under 1.5 million FCFA for 18 m².

What budget should you plan for a stand?

Your budget goes beyond the fit-out alone. To build your quote line by line, list each expense with the supplier who sets the price:

Excluding floor space, an exhibitor's overall budget at EQUIP AUTO 2026 is therefore between 1 and 2 million FCFA for a furnished 18 m² modular stand, and between 7 and 13 million FCFA for a custom stand of the same size. A custom stand makes sense when you want a strong brand presence among 150 exhibitors.

A timing tip: the best way to protect your stand budget is to book early. SIREXE draws on the same furniture stock in Abidjan the week before. Our article on Abidjan's autumn 2026 trade shows explains when to book to avoid extra costs. Payment: 60% deposit when you order, balance on delivery, no deposit on furniture, details in the FAQ.

What factors affect the price of a stand?

Six factors drive the price and explain why two quotes for the same floor space can differ.

• The type of structure. A modular stand in aluminium profiles is rented by the day; a custom stand in joinery is built for you. This is the biggest lever, with a 1-to-5 price ratio.
• The level of customisation. Plain white walls, PVC prints, seamless FOREX, backlit 3D signage: each step adds budget and impact.
• The materials used. Wood, aluminium, PVC, LED. In Côte d'Ivoire, most building materials are imported, which pushes up the cost of custom stands.
• Floor space and openness. A corner stand or an island open on several aisles needs more cladding than an inline stand.
• Technical options. Raised flooring, touch screens, LED walls, stage lighting.
• Timing. An order placed a week before, in the middle of SIREXE week, costs more than a booking made in October.

The custom stand market is still young in West Africa: few workshops build to international standards, and there is no industrial volume to drive costs down. To understand your structure options, read the different types of stands in 2026.

How do you estimate the cost of a stand?

To estimate the cost of your stand in five minutes, follow this method:

1. Set the floor space and format. 9, 18 or 36 m²; modular or custom.
2. Apply the price per m². Modular: 10,000 FCFA × m² × 3 days. Custom: 350,000 to 650,000 FCFA × m².
3. Add flooring and wall graphics. Carpet or Gerflex per m², printed walls per unit.
4. Add furniture and screens. One turnkey pack per day, plus screens as needed.
5. Add logistics and a margin. A fee of 25,000 to 85,000 FCFA, then 10% for contingencies.

For a modular stand, you do not need a quote: the mobilier.africa cart calculates the total budget in real time, volume discounts included (5% from 200,000 FCFA, 8% from 500,000, 12% from 1,000,000). That is the idea behind why we display our prices publicly. For a custom stand, the quote is free and comes with 3D visuals: all we need is your floor space, your location and your goals.

How much does an exhibition stand cost?

The cost of an exhibition stand in Abidjan in 2026 falls into three tiers:

• Entry level: a furnished modular stand, 129,000 to 300,000 FCFA per day depending on floor space.
• Mid-range: a modular stand with FOREX cladding, a 65-inch screen and a branded counter, 1.5 to 3 million FCFA for 3 days.
• High end: a custom stand with backlit signage, raised flooring, an LED wall or a mezzanine, from 650,000 FCFA per m², so more than 20 million FCFA for 36 m².

For comparison, in Europe in 2026 a modular stand costs between €280 and €380 per m² and a custom stand between €450 and €650 per m², or 300,000 to 425,000 FCFA. A custom exhibition stand in Abidjan therefore sits in the same range, or even above it, for a much smaller market. Your exhibition budget needs to reflect this: for the same floor space, the choice of format matters more than negotiation.

If your stand will host distributors, plan a lounge area: our guide on VIP lounge and lounge furniture rental covers layouts and average prices.

Conclusion

Key figures for a stand at EQUIP AUTO Côte d'Ivoire 2026:

• 387,000 FCFA for a turnkey 6 m² modular stand over 3 days;
• 760,000 to 900,000 FCFA to furnish or build a 9 m² stand;
• around 1.4 million FCFA for a dressed and furnished 18 m² modular stand;
• 350,000 to 650,000 FCFA per m² for a custom stand.

You now know every cost item and can build your stand with listed prices rather than estimates. For the full preparation, read our guide how to prepare your stand for EQUIP AUTO Côte d'Ivoire 2026, then build your stand in the catalogue or message us on WhatsApp at +225 07 10 01 29 21 for a free custom quote with 3D visuals.

FAQ: stand prices at EQUIP AUTO 2026

What is the average price of a 9 m² stand at EQUIP AUTO 2026?

Around 760,000 FCFA for space only with furniture (13-item pack, 65-inch screen and delivery), 900,000 FCFA for a dressed modular stand, and 3.2 to 5.9 million FCFA for a custom build.

Does the stand price include the floor space at the Abidjan Exhibition Centre?

No. The floor space is invoiced by the organiser in the exhibitor pack. The amounts in this article cover the structure, fit-out, furniture and logistics.

Do you need a quote to rent a modular stand?

No. The price per m² per day is listed, the cart calculates the total and you pay a 60% deposit online. The free quote only applies to custom stands.

What is the latest you can order for 26 November?

Furniture is delivered until 11 pm, with a 2-hour express service in Abidjan. For a custom stand, allow several weeks for design and manufacturing: order as early as possible, ideally before the end of October.