Asia-Pacific is home to some of the world’s largest and fastest-moving fintech markets, from India’s real-time payments to Singapore’s digital banks and Indonesia’s QR payments boom. Its fintech events calendar is just as busy. Here are 10 fintech events in Asia-Pacific we’d plan around in 2027, spread across Japan, Thailand, Australia, India, Singapore, Indonesia, Hong Kong and South Korea.
Dates checked on 30 September 2026. Where an organiser hasn’t announced its 2027 dates yet, we give the expected month based on its most recent edition, so always confirm on the official website before you book travel.
Asia-Pacific fintech events 2027 at a glance
| Event | City | 2027 dates | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| GFTN Forum, Japan and Japan Fintech Week | Tokyo | 24 Feb – 5 Mar | Entering Japan |
| Money20/20 Asia | Bangkok | 27–29 Apr | Payments dealmaking |
| Intersekt | Melbourne | Expected Sep | Australia and New Zealand |
| Global Fintech Fest | Mumbai | Expected Sep–Oct | India and UPI |
| Sibos 2027 | Singapore | 20–23 Sep | Transaction banking |
| FEKDI x IFSE | Jakarta | Expected Sep | Indonesia’s digital economy |
| Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK | Hong Kong | Expected early Nov | Greater China and Web3 |
| Singapore FinTech Festival | Singapore | Expected Nov | Global regulators and fintech |
| FinNext Singapore 2027 | Singapore | 24 Nov | Founders, VCs and bankers |
| Korea Fintech Week | Seoul | Expected late Nov | Entering Korea |
The 10 fintech events to attend in Asia-Pacific in 2027
1. GFTN Forum, Japan and Japan Fintech Week
- When: Japan Fintech Week runs 24 February – 5 March 2027, opening with the GFTN Forum, Japan on 24–26 February
- Where: Tokyo, Japan
- Best for: Firms entering Japan, and anyone following digital assets and stablecoins
Japan’s Financial Services Agency hosts Japan Fintech Week, a cluster of events that includes the GFTN Forum, Japan and FIN/SUM, which the FSA runs with Nikkei. Because the regulator is the lead host, it is one of the best places to understand where Japanese financial policy is heading.
2. Money20/20 Asia
- When: 27–29 April 2027
- Where: Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Bangkok, Thailand
- Best for: Payments, banking and fintech dealmakers across Asia
Now based in Bangkok, Money20/20 Asia reported record attendance of more than 4,500 in 2026 from about 90 countries, with a senior, business-focused crowd and a dedicated policy programme for regulators.
3. Intersekt
- When: Expected early September 2027 (the 2026 edition ran 3–4 September)
- Where: Crown Promenade, Melbourne, Australia
- Best for: The Australian and New Zealand fintech community
FinTech Australia’s flagship festival anchors Fintech Week Australia and reported more than 1,000 attendees in 2025. Look out for the Fintech 50 session, with 50 startup pitches in one hour, and the international delegates programme.
4. Global Fintech Fest
- When: Expected September–October 2027 (the 2026 edition ran 8–11 September)
- Where: Jio World Centre, Mumbai, India
- Best for: Payments, UPI and digital public infrastructure
Organised by the Payments Council of India, NPCI and the Fintech Convergence Council, with support from India’s financial regulators, Global Fintech Fest is one of the largest fintech events anywhere by footfall: organisers expected more than 100,000 attendees in 2026.
5. Sibos 2027
- When: 20–23 September 2027
- Where: Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
- Best for: Transaction banking, payments, securities and market infrastructure
Swift’s annual conference moves city every year, and in 2027 it comes to Singapore. Expect senior bankers, market infrastructures and policymakers, and a rare chance to combine Sibos with meetings across Singapore’s financial sector.
6. FEKDI x IFSE
- When: Expected September 2027 (the 2026 edition ran 24–26 September)
- Where: Jakarta International Convention Center, Indonesia
- Best for: Payments and fintech firms targeting South-East Asia’s largest economy
Indonesia’s digital economy and finance festival (FEKDI) runs alongside the Indonesia Fintech Summit & Expo, with support from Bank Indonesia and the financial services authority OJK. Bank Indonesia reported around 30,000 visitors, online and in person, in 2026.
7. Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK
- When: Expected early November 2027 (the 2026 edition runs 2–6 November)
- Where: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and venues across the city
- Best for: Investors and fintechs focused on Greater China and Asia
Backed by the Hong Kong government and its financial regulators, the festival reported more than 45,000 participants from over 120 economies in 2025. Strong on virtual assets, Web3 policy and the flow of capital between mainland China and international markets.
8. Singapore FinTech Festival
- When: Expected November 2027 (the 2026 edition runs 18–20 November)
- Where: Singapore EXPO
- Best for: Regulators, central banks, financial institutions, investors and startups
Organised by the Monetary Authority of Singapore and the Global Finance & Technology Network with the Association of Banks in Singapore, the festival reported more than 70,000 participants from 142 countries and regions in 2025, making it one of the largest fintech gatherings in the world.
9. FinNext Singapore 2027
- When: 24 November 2027
- Where: Singapore
- Best for: Fintech founders, venture capital investors, bankers and BFSI leaders
A focused one-day fintech summit on cross-border payments, digital assets and embedded finance across South-East Asia and the wider Asia-Pacific region, with investor meetings, a startup showcase and the FinNext Awards. It’s a good fit for anyone already in Asia for the Singapore FinTech Festival.
Full disclosure: FinNext is our own event. See passes and prices.
10. Korea Fintech Week
- When: Expected late November 2027 (the 2026 edition runs 25–27 November)
- Where: aT Center, Seoul, South Korea
- Best for: Firms entering the Korean market
Run by Korea’s Financial Services Commission, the event pairs an exhibition with conference sessions on AI in finance and a global hall for overseas organisations. It’s a practical first step into one of Asia’s most digitally advanced banking markets.
Tips for planning your Asia-Pacific fintech events in 2027
- Build a November Asia trip. Hong Kong FinTech Week, the Singapore FinTech Festival and Korea Fintech Week are all expected in November, and FinNext Singapore is on 24 November, so one trip can cover several markets.
- Plan September carefully. Intersekt, Sibos and FEKDI x IFSE are all expected in September, and Global Fintech Fest often is too, so check dates before committing.
- Meet the regulators. Many of the region’s biggest events are run or backed by financial regulators, which makes them ideal for licensing and market-entry conversations.
- Respect local languages. Some sessions in Japan, Korea and Indonesia are in the local language, so check the programme and arrange interpretation if needed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest fintech event in Asia-Pacific?
By attendance, the Singapore FinTech Festival, Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai and Hong Kong FinTech Week are the largest, each reporting tens of thousands of participants.
Which Asia-Pacific fintech events have confirmed 2027 dates?
As of 30 September 2026, Japan Fintech Week and the GFTN Forum, Japan, Money20/20 Asia, Sibos 2027 and FinNext Singapore have published 2027 dates. The others are expected to follow their usual months.
Where can I find fintech events in the Middle East and Europe?
See our top fintech events to attend in 2027 and our list of the top fintech events in the UAE.
Meet us at FinNext Singapore
FinNext Singapore 2027 takes place on 24 November 2027. See the Singapore programme, get your pass or nominate for the FinNext Awards.