AVEC — Animation
Key questions
How much does AVEC — Animation pay?
AVEC — Animation pays 10–53% of eligible local spend in United Kingdom. Public funding is limited to 80% of the budget. It is bankable, so lenders will typically cash-flow it.
Who is eligible for AVEC — Animation?
AVEC — Animation is open to documentaries and animation. Eligible structures include official co-productions. Projects must pass a cultural test.
When is the next AVEC — Animation deadline?
The next AVEC — Animation deadline is 1 Jan 2027 (application deadline). The fund runs 2 sessions a year.
How do you apply for AVEC — Animation?
Applications for AVEC — Animation go to HMRC / BFI through its online application portal. Payment usually follows about 12 months after completion. PULPSCREEN last verified these details on 5 Apr 2026.
Territorial spend requirement
Minimum 10% of core expenditure must take place in the UK
Overview
How to access expenditure credits or tax relief for film, television programmes and video games.
Eligible formats
Eligibility
Must qualify as British through cultural test or official co-production, be intended for broadcast, have at least 51% of total core expenditure on animation production activity, minimum 10% UK expenditure, and be made by UK Corporation Tax registered company.