Film Submissions

The next edition of FEST (June 19–27, 2027) is waiting for your talent in all its sections! Would you like to take part in our 23rd edition and enjoy everything we have to offer during a week of networking, training, and fun?

FILM SUBMISSIONS FOR THE 23rd EDITION OF FEST ARE NOW OPEN! The applications will be admitted between the 10th of September 2026 and the 24th of February of 2027, at 23:59 GMT:

 

  • Early Bird:
    • 10th of September 2026 and ends on the 12th of October 2026 at 23h59 GMT;
    • Submission fee: 10 EUR for short Films and 15 EUR for Feature Films;
  • Regular Period:
    • 13th of October 2026 and closes on the 26th of January 2027 at 23h59 GMT;
    • Submission fee: 14 EUR for short Films and 20 EUR for Feature Films;
  • Extended Deadline:
    • 27th of January and the 24th of February 2027 at 23h50 GMT.
    • Submission fee: 20 EUR for short Films and 30 EUR for Feature Films;

 

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.

More information about the cinema sections of FEST can be found here.