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Use this form to apply for a Provisional Certificate in respect of the Additional Rebate. (Click here if you are not applying for the Additional Rebate.)

Use this form to apply for a Provisional Certificate in respect of the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate for New Zealand Productions. (Click here if you are applying for the Additional Rebate.)

Use this form apply for a Provisional Certificate in respect of the 5% Uplift. (If you are not applying for the 5% Uplift, use this form instead.)

Use this form to apply for a Provisional Certificate in respect of the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate for International Productions. (If you are applying for a 5% Uplift Provisional Certificate, use this form instead.)

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...

New Zealand’s latest cinematic success, Tinā (Tih-NAH), has taken the country by storm, surpassing $1 million in its opening weekend. The film is currently No. 1 on the box office charts, earning $1,324,529 to date with nearly 84,000 ticket sales. Tinā...

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. 

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...

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...

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

The latest guide designed to help answer your most frequently asked festival-related questions and to support targeted release strategies for short films.

Feature Film Post Production Investment helps exciting projects to get over the finishing line. What we fund Post production financing to help finish films for the big screen. This is in the form of equity investment up to $500,000. Who can apply...

Feature Film Production Investment supports our filmmaking community to make films that are loved by their intended audiences.  You can apply for a Production Investment of up to $2.5million for your film.   Full information can be...

The NZFC's Statement of Intent for the years 2024 - 2028

Feature Film Development Funding enables filmmakers to take the time and care necessary to craft remarkable scripts and documentary stories. Then, as a project progresses towards shooting, the funding extends to support casting, packaging and the...

These FAQs can assist with interpreting the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate Criteria for International Productions. (Click here for specific Guidance on the 5% Uplift.)