Tier 2
Oxford International Film Festival
Oxford, United Kingdom
- Submission deadline
- 31 October 2026
- Entry fee
- from USD 20
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries
Last verified 1 October 2026
About Oxford International Film Festival
OXIFF (Oxford International Film Festival) is a BIFA-qualifying boutique film festival in Oxford, England, offering an intimate showcase for independent features, shorts, documentaries, animations, experimental films and screenplays, with guest appearances from leading industry talent.
Awards this festival can qualify you for
BIFA Best Film · Best British Independent Film
Screening at this BIFA-qualifying festival (Section B) contributes to BIFA eligibility for British features.
BIFA Short · Best British Short Film
Screening at this BIFA-qualifying festival (Section B) contributes to BIFA eligibility for British short films.
Oxford International Film Festival submission FAQ
When is the Oxford International Film Festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for Oxford International Film Festival is around 31 October 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to Oxford International Film Festival?
Submitting to Oxford International Film Festival costs from USD 20 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does Oxford International Film Festival require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Oxford International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Oxford International Film Festival held?
Oxford International Film Festival takes place in Oxford, United Kingdom.
Is Oxford International Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
Oxford 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 Oxford International Film Festival right for your film?
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