Tier 2
Dublin International Film Festival
Dublin, Ireland
- Submission deadline
- 2 November 2026
- Entry fee
- from EUR 35
- Premiere
- National premiere required
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries, Animation, Experimental, Music videos
- Next edition
- 2027
Last verified 29 September 2026
About Dublin International Film Festival
Full rules for short films, music videos, documentary and feature films are below, please read carefully before submitting. Taking place every spring, the Dublin International Film Festival is one of the most iconic events in Ireland’s cultural calendar. Each Festival offers an
Dublin International Film Festival submission FAQ
When is the Dublin International Film Festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for Dublin International Film Festival is around 2 November 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to Dublin International Film Festival?
Submitting to Dublin International Film Festival costs from EUR 35 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does Dublin International Film Festival require a premiere?
National premiere required. Protect your premiere status before you submit, as it is a one-time resource.
Where is Dublin International Film Festival held?
Dublin International Film Festival takes place in Dublin, Ireland.
Is Dublin International Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
Dublin International Film Festival is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in FilmRun's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills; it ranks among the upper tiers of the festival circuit. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
Is Dublin International Film Festival right for your film?
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