The next edition of FEST (June 20–28, 2026) is waiting for your talent in all its sections! Would you like to take part in our 22nd edition and enjoy everything we have to offer during a week of networking, training, and fun?
Submissions are open from Monday, September 15, until February 2, 2026. All submissions made after this date may be disqualified.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
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Feature Films (55 minutes or longer) in Fiction and Documentary by directors on their first or second feature film, regardless of age.
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Short Films (up to 54 minutes) in Fiction, Documentary, Animation, and Experimental Cinema by directors who have released no more than two feature films, regardless of age.
KEY DATES & DEADLINES
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Early Bird: September 15, 2025 – October 15, 2025 (until 11:59 PM GMT)
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Regular Period: October 16, 2025 – January 4, 2026 (until 11:59 PM GMT)
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Extended Deadline: January 5, 2026 – February 2, 2026 (until 11:59 PM GMT)
SUBMISSION PROCESS
You can submit a film through one of our partner platforms (just press the desired platform below):
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- We highly recommend reading the Rules and Regulations before submitting a film.
- If you have any doubts, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us at films@fest.pt and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
SUBMISSION FEES
All submissions are subjected to a submission fee based on the following deadlines:
Early Bird deadline (up to 15th October 2025)
Short Films: 10€ | Feature Films: 15€
Regular deadline (up to the 4th January 2026)
Short Films: 14€ | Feature Films: 20€
Late deadline (up to the 2nd of February 2026)
Short Films: 20€ | Feature Films: 30€
Exceptions:
Portuguese productions: Free of charge
Students from Partners Schools: Free of charge| For more information about partner schools or other partnerships with our organization, please contact students@fest.pt.
