Tier 3
Merlinka Festival
Belgrade, Serbia
- Submission deadline
- 1 September 2025
- Entry fee
- from EUR 3
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries, Animation
Last verified 12 June 2026
About Merlinka Festival
Merlinka is an international queer film festival in Belgrade that screens short, documentary, feature and animated films.
Merlinka Festival submission FAQ
When is the Merlinka Festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for Merlinka Festival is around 1 September 2025. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to Merlinka Festival?
Submitting to Merlinka Festival costs from EUR 3 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does Merlinka Festival require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Merlinka Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Merlinka Festival held?
Merlinka Festival takes place in Belgrade, Serbia.
Is Merlinka Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
Merlinka 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. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
Is Merlinka Festival right for your film?
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