Tier 2
SQIFF
Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Entry fee
- Free early, then GBP 5
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Documentaries, Animation
Last verified 24 August 2026
About SQIFF
SQIFF is the Scottish Queer International Film Festival, a Glasgow festival for LGBTQIA+ cinema.
Awards this festival can qualify you for
BAFTA Short · British Short Film
Acceptance into at least two BAFTA-qualifying festivals makes a British short eligible for the EE BAFTA British Short Film award.
BIFA Short · Best British Short Film
In-person official selection at this BIFA Section B festival counts toward eligibility (two Section B British festivals confer eligibility; one Section A festival is the alternative). No win required. British production. Under 40 minutes.
SQIFF submission FAQ
How much does it cost to submit to SQIFF?
Submitting to SQIFF costs Free early, then GBP 5 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does SQIFF require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. SQIFF accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Is SQIFF an award qualifying festival?
Yes. SQIFF can qualify a film for BAFTA, subject to the specific category and condition for each award. The exact route differs per award body.
Where is SQIFF held?
SQIFF takes place in Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Is SQIFF a scam, or is it legitimate?
SQIFF 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 SQIFF right for your film?
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