The purpose of the present invention is to provide a method for producing 2-halogenated benzoic acids, the method imparting high regioselectivity (high selectivity) and having a shorter reaction time than does the conventional reaction. This method for producing 2-halogenated benzoic acids, in order to achieve the above purpose, is characterized in that benzoic acids and a halogenating agent are reacted in the presence of an alkaline compound, making it possible to highly selectively obtain 2-halogenated benzoic acids.