Unscripted Television Production Incentive
Key questions
How much does Unscripted Television Production Incentive pay?
Unscripted Television Production Incentive pays 20% of eligible local spend in Ireland, capped at €15M per project. Minimum qualifying spend is €250K. Public funding is limited to 80% of the budget. It is bankable, so lenders will typically cash-flow it.
Who is eligible for Unscripted Television Production Incentive?
Unscripted Television Production Incentive is open to documentaries. Projects must pass a cultural test. Must satisfy cultural test administered by Department of Culture, Communications and Sport.
When is the next Unscripted Television Production Incentive deadline?
Unscripted Television Production Incentive accepts applications on a rolling basis, so there is no fixed deadline.
How do you apply for Unscripted Television Production Incentive?
Applications for Unscripted Television Production Incentive go to Screen Ireland / Revenue Commissioners. Payment usually follows about 12 months after completion. PULPSCREEN last verified these details on 5 Apr 2026.
Overview
This page describes the Unscripted Production Corporation Tax Credit.
Eligible formats
Eligibility
Must satisfy cultural test administered by Department of Culture, Communications and Sport. Eligible expenditure minimum €125,000, qualifying expenditure minimum €250,000. Only expenditure after commencement date qualifies.