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These policies outline the procedures for NZFC Staff, Board and External Contractors disclosing and managing conflicts of interest

The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) engages a range of local and international individuals who have various specialisations across the areas of development, finance, production and/or film licencing of screen content (External Assessors). While some...

Download the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate Criteria for International Productions dated 1 November 2023 here. (Productions seeking the 5% Uplift should also refer to the Guidance Document, which can be downloaded here.)

This information sheet outlines the Film Commission's requirements in relation to Chain of Title. It will help you provide the Chain of Title information required for any Film Commission funding. It is not intended to be legal advice. You are welcome to...

This directory provides details of companies interested in the distribution of independent film in New Zealand. It also includes titles they have recently distributed here. 

New Zealand in the 1830s is a Māori world, dominated by tribal wars. Seeking redemption from a dark past, lay preacher Thomas Munro (GUY PEARCE) is on board a trading vessel heading to the newly established town of Epworth, a British settlement at the...

The aim of Te Tumu Whakaata Taonga - the New Zealand Film Commission is to work in partnership to achieve mutually agreed aspirations with Iwi Māori in Aotearoa. Te Rautaki Māori strategic objectives (as included in our Statement of Intent) and its...

Over the past year, the New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) has undertaken a targeted programme of international engagement, ensuring New Zealand’s filmmakers and screen industry remain globally competitive. By maintaining a strong presence in key...

12 February 2025 NZ On Air and the NZ Film Commission (NZFC) acknowledge the importance of ensuring public funding delivers the best possible outcomes for audiences and the wider sector. The Ministry for Culture and Heritage has today released a...

Use the relevant form below to apply for a Final Certificate in respect of the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate for International Productions: Final Application Form - Criteria dated 1 November 2023 Final Application Form...

India doesn’t just produce the most films of any country annually—it’s also one of the fastest-growing film industries, with a massive appetite for international partnerships, cutting-edge post-production, and fresh storytelling. Our Head of Co-...

Use this form if you are applying for final approval as an Official Co-production. Please note that our application forms are writable pdf’s. You must download and save them to your computer before you can type into them (right click, then...

Use this form if you are applying for provisional approval as an official co-production. Please note that our application forms are writable pdf’s. You must download and save them to your computer before you can type into them (right click, then save as...

Official co-productions are film and television projects made in accordance with treaties or other formal agreements between New Zealand and other countries.  They are an increasingly attractive option for many producers. There are many...

Use the relevant form below to apply for a Final Certificate in respect of the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate for New Zealand Productions:​ Final Application Form - Criteria dated 31 August 2023 Final Application Form - Criteria...

Official co-productions are screen projects made in accordance with treaties between New Zealand and other countries or foreign territories. These guidelines provide advice and information on co-production structures and the application process.

Download co-production FAQs here.

Co-productions involving more than two territories are referred to as multipartite co-productions. This fact sheet provides advice and examples.

This document details the assessment process and criteria for Official Co-production Certification.

Below are New Zealand's current co-production treaties or agreements with Australia, Canada, China, Chinese Taipei, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Poland, The Republic of Korea, Singapore, Spain, South Africa and...

A list of official co-productions from 1988 to 2024