Västra Götaland Production Rebate (VGPR)
Key questions
How much does Västra Götaland Production Rebate (VGPR) pay?
Västra Götaland Production Rebate (VGPR) pays 30% of eligible local spend in Sweden. Minimum qualifying spend is SEK 5M. It is not bankable.
Who is eligible for Västra Götaland Production Rebate (VGPR)?
Västra Götaland Production Rebate (VGPR) is open to feature films, TV series and documentaries with a territorial link to Västra Götaland. Eligible structures include official co-productions and service productions shooting in the territory. Only established European production companies with at least one successfully distributed film or TV drama in the past three years are eligible.
When is the next Västra Götaland Production Rebate (VGPR) deadline?
The next Västra Götaland Production Rebate (VGPR) deadline is 26 Mar 2027 (application deadline). The fund runs 1 sessions a year.
How do you apply for Västra Götaland Production Rebate (VGPR)?
Applications for Västra Götaland Production Rebate (VGPR) go to Film i Väst / Region Västra Götaland through its online application portal. Payment usually follows about 8 months after completion. PULPSCREEN last verified these details on 5 Apr 2026.
Funding tracks
Territorial spend requirement
SEK 5 million for shooting, SEK 3 million for post-production
Overview
13/03/2019 - With the support of the Västra Götaland County, the regional film fund has announced a pilot incentive programme to attract international co-productions and give a boost to the local industry
Eligible formats
Eligibility
Only established European production companies with at least one successfully distributed film or TV drama in the past three years are eligible. A Swedish producer or co-producer must be on board. Cannot be combined with Film i Väst's regular co-production funding.