Tier 2

International Izmir Short Film Festival

Izmir, Turkey

Oscar qualifying

Submission deadline: 12 July 2026
Entry fee: Free early, then USD 10
Premiere: Regional
Formats accepted: Shorts, Documentaries, Animation, Experimental

Last verified 5 July 2026

About International Izmir Short Film Festival

27th International Izmir Short Film Festival Izmir International Short Film Festival has been holding its place as being one of the greatest events in the field of movie in Turkey and it will meet its audience for the 27th time this year. The festival is the first film festival

Awards this festival can qualify you for

Oscar Animated Short · Animated Short Film
Win Best National Short Animation to qualify for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.
Oscar Live Action Short · Live Action Short Film
Win Best National Short Fiction Film to qualify for the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film.

International Izmir Short Film Festival submission FAQ

When is the International Izmir Short Film Festival submission deadline?

The main submission deadline for International Izmir Short Film Festival is around 12 July 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.

How much does it cost to submit to International Izmir Short Film Festival?

Submitting to International Izmir Short Film Festival costs Free early, then USD 10 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.

Does International Izmir Short Film Festival require a premiere?

Regional. Protect your premiere status before you submit, as it is a one-time resource.

Is International Izmir Short Film Festival an award qualifying festival?

Yes. International Izmir Short Film Festival can qualify a film for an Academy Award (Oscar), subject to the specific category and condition for each award. The exact route differs per award body.

Where is International Izmir Short Film Festival held?

International Izmir Short Film Festival takes place in Izmir, Turkey.

Is International Izmir Short Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?

International Izmir Short 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. You can also run International Izmir Short Film Festival through FilmRun's free Scam Radar for an independent safety check.

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