Serbian Film Incentive (Cash Rebate)
Key questions
How much does Serbian Film Incentive (Cash Rebate) pay?
Serbian Film Incentive (Cash Rebate) pays 30% of eligible local spend in Serbia. Lenders cash-flow it selectively.
Who is eligible for Serbian Film Incentive (Cash Rebate)?
Serbian Film Incentive (Cash Rebate) is open to feature films, TV series, documentaries, animation and TV movies. Eligible structures include official co-productions and service productions shooting in the territory. Available for foreign investors producing audiovisual works in Serbia.
When is the next Serbian Film Incentive (Cash Rebate) deadline?
Serbian Film Incentive (Cash Rebate) accepts applications on a rolling basis, so there is no fixed deadline.
How do you apply for Serbian Film Incentive (Cash Rebate)?
Applications for Serbian Film Incentive (Cash Rebate) go to Film Center Serbia (FCS / Filmski centar Srbije) through its online application portal. Payment usually follows about 8 months after completion. PULPSCREEN last verified these details on 5 Apr 2026.
Rate conditions
Territorial spend requirement
Expenses must be incurred in Serbia to qualify for the rebate
Overview
Regulation regarding financial incentives for investors to produce audiovisual works in the Republic of Serbia came into effect on 03/21/2026. In accordance
Eligible formats
Eligibility
Available for foreign investors producing audiovisual works in Serbia. Higher rate of 30% applies for productions spending more than EUR 5,000,000 in Serbia (20% for special-purpose films).