A record number of countries have applied for participation in Specialized Expo 2027 which will be held in Belgrade, Serbia from May 15 to August 15, 2027. So far, 120 countries have confirmed participation at the event themed “Play for Humanity: Sport and Music for All” and the number is consistently growing.
Belgrade is expected to welcome over 4 million visitors during the 93 days of the World Fair, which will feature more than 8,000 events. By the number of participating countries, Belgrade surpasses Astana, Kazakhstan, the host of Specialized Expo in 2017. As the first international exhibition ever held in the Western Balkans, Expo 2027 will be one of the largest global events of the year, marking a turning point in the worldwide recognition of Serbia and the region.
List of Belgrade Expo 2027 Participating Countries
Here is the official list of countries that have publicly confirmed their participation in Expo 2027, in alphabetical order. The diverse lineup highlights the truly global scale of the event, bringing together nations from every continent to showcase innovation, culture, and collaboration in Belgrade.
- Algeria
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Armenia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bangladesh
- Belarus
- Belize
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- China
- Comoros
- Cuba
- Cyprus
- Djibouti
- Ecuador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eswatini
- Ethiopia
- Fiji
- France
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
- Ghana
- Greece
- Grenada
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Hungary
- Iran
- Iraq
- Israel
- Italy
- Kazakhstan
- Kiribati
- Kyrgyzstan
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Maldives
- Mali
- Micronesia
- Montenegro
- Mozambique
- Nepal
- Niger
- North Macedonia
- Palau
- Qatar
- Russia
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- São Tomé and Príncipe
- Serbia (host)
- Seychelles
- Solomon Islands
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Switzerland
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Turkmenistan
- Türkiye
- Uganda
- United Arab Emirates
- United States of America
- Uzbekistan
- Vanuatu
- Venezuela
- Yemen
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
The goal of Expo 2027 is to become a meeting place for the entire world, while also offering Serbia a unique opportunity to showcase itself as a country of tourism and economic potential, a nation that embraces cutting-edge technological achievements while preserving its traditions and cultural identity. So far, sprinter and eight-time Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt and actor Jackie Chan are brand ambassadors who will help showcase Belgrade to the world and foster new bridges of collaboration, creating a better future for generations to come.
Serbia won the right to host Expo 2027 in a competition that included the United States (Minnesota), Thailand (Phuket), Spain (Malaga), and Argentina (Bariloche). Under the theme “Play for Humanity: Sport and Music for All”, the Expo 2027 will explore how these universal activities contribute to global connection, mental and physical well-being, and social development. This theme resonates with everyone, regardless of age, background, or profession, and Serbia is widely recognized for its sporting excellence, musical heritage, and intellectual talent.
Belgrade Expo 2027 will be held on a 25-hectare site in a newly developed urban area. The total estimated cost of the project, including supporting infrastructure, is €1.29 billion.
Serbia has been involved in the Expo movement for more than 140 years, having made its debut as the Kingdom of Serbia at the Antwerp International Exposition in 1885. During the 20th century, Yugoslavia maintained a strong presence at international expositions, earning recognition for the creativity and impact of its pavilions and presentations. Since 2006, Serbia has continued this tradition by joining every World and Specialized Expo, from Shanghai 2010 and Milan 2015 to Astana 2017, Dubai 2020, and now Osaka 2025.
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