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CASH REBATE

Film Estonia Cash Rebate

Estonian Film Institute (EFI)
Last verified 5 Apr 2026 · 197 days ago
30–40%
Payment timing
8 months
Reliability
Fair
Bankability
Selective

Key questions

How much does Film Estonia Cash Rebate pay?

Film Estonia Cash Rebate pays 30–40% of eligible local spend in Estonia. Lenders cash-flow it selectively.

Who is eligible for Film Estonia Cash Rebate?

Film Estonia Cash Rebate is open to feature films, TV series and animation. Eligible structures include official co-productions and service productions shooting in the territory. Must co-produce with an Estonian production company or use their production service.

When is the next Film Estonia Cash Rebate deadline?

Film Estonia Cash Rebate accepts applications on a rolling basis, so there is no fixed deadline.

How do you apply for Film Estonia Cash Rebate?

Applications for Film Estonia Cash Rebate go to Estonian Film Institute (EFI) through its online application portal. Payment usually follows about 8 months after completion. PULPSCREEN last verified these details on 5 Apr 2026.

Rate conditions

↑ 40%upcoming enhancement

Territorial spend requirement

Costs must be spent on parties subject to Estonian taxation

Overview

Film Estonia refund programme (i.k. Film Estonia cash rebate) supports the production of feature films, documentaries, animated films, animated

Eligible formats

feature filmtv seriesanimation

Eligibility

Must co-produce with an Estonian production company or use their production service

● Co-production eligible● Service work eligible● VFX eligible
Source: Estonian Film Institute (EFI) · verified 5 Apr 2026