Call for applications: Visitors Programme at the Berlinale Co-Production Market 2027

Time, venue and application deadline Venue: Berlin, Germany, during the Berlinale Co-Production Market Time: 12-15 February 2027 Digital session: 5 February 2027

Application deadline: Monday 23 November 2026, by 12:00 noon (Norwegian time).

The Visitors Programme is organised as part of the Berlinale Co-Production Market, an international meeting place for producers, investors, distributors, sales agents, broadcasters and financiers from all over the world.

Who can apply?

The target group is primarily feature film producers with little or no experience of international co-production who wish to develop international relations and strengthen their expertise in co-production. Documentary film producers may also apply, but feature film producers will be prioritised when selecting candidates, as the programme is primarily developed with international fiction film co-production in mind. When evaluating applications, the Norwegian Film Institute will place particular emphasis on:

The applicant's motivation for co-production and professional development

Potential to benefit from the programme in further career development

Distribution of places among different production companies

About the Visitors Programme

The Berlinale Co-Production Market annually brings together around 600 international producers, sales agents, distributors, broadcasters and representatives of financial institutions. Through the Visitors Programme, producers early in their careers are given the opportunity to gain insight into how an international co-production market works, while building an international network with around 110 participants.

What you get access to

Online in advance:

Visitors Welcome session

Visitors Meet & Match – meet the other participants and present your company and any projects (online in groups)

During the Berlinale:

Introduction to the Berlinale Co-Production Market

Panel talks and case studies on international co-production

Country Sessions with information on funding schemes and co-production opportunities in various countries

Speed Matchings with other participants and international industry professionals

Consultation Corner, where participants can receive individual advice from experts

Opportunity to take part in Books at Berlinale

Networking events and social meeting places during the market

Visibility in the programme's participant catalogue with company profile and contact information

Accreditation to the European Film Market (EFM) is included (if you want festival accreditation, you must obtain this yourself).

About the application

Applications must be submitted individually for each person wishing to participate. You must submit:

Name and contact information

Relevant CV

Professional justification for why you wish to participate (max 1 page)

Brief description of current projects in development relevant for co-production. (What stage is the project in, have you received public funding, who are you collaborating with on the project – max 1-2 pages)

How to apply

Since our ordinary application portal for this measure is temporarily closed, applications to participate must be sent to post[@]nfi.no by Monday 23 November 2026, by 12:00 noon (Norwegian time). Mark the email "Application for participation – Visitors Programme at the Berlinale Co-Production Market 2027", and attach the documentation described above.

If you are selected to participate, you will also be able to apply for a travel grant from the Norwegian Film Institute as soon as the new system is in place. The grant can cover travel by the most economical means and accommodation of up to 1,500 kroner per night. The participation fee and accreditation to the EFM – European Film Market are included.