Cinema Tax Credit
Key questions
How much does Cinema Tax Credit pay?
Cinema Tax Credit pays 30% of eligible local spend in France. Public funding is limited to 50% of the budget. It is bankable, so lenders will typically cash-flow it.
Who is eligible for Cinema Tax Credit?
Cinema Tax Credit is open to feature films, TV series, documentaries, animation and short films. Eligible structures include official co-productions and service productions shooting in the territory. Projects must pass a cultural test. Films must be made primarily in French or regional languages (with exceptions), shot mainly in France, and contribute to French and European cinema development.
When is the next Cinema Tax Credit deadline?
The next Cinema Tax Credit deadline is 23 Mar 2027 (application deadline). The fund runs 3 sessions a year.
How do you apply for Cinema Tax Credit?
Applications for Cinema Tax Credit go to CNC (Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée) through its online application portal. Payment usually follows about 12 months after completion. PULPSCREEN last verified these details on 3 Apr 2026.
Rate conditions
Overview
Tax credit for French-initiated productions filmed primarily in France. The workhorse instrument of the French film industry.
Eligible formats
Eligibility
Films must be made primarily in French or regional languages (with exceptions), shot mainly in France, and contribute to French and European cinema development. Must obtain CNC approval before shooting begins.