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Annecy International Animation Film Festival

Annecy, France

Submission deadline: 1 January 2027
Premiere: National premiere required
Formats accepted: Shorts, Features, Documentaries, Animation, Experimental, Music videos
Next edition: 2026

Official site Rules and regulations

Last verified 3 July 2026

About Annecy International Animation Film Festival

This is a competitive film festival dedicated to celebrating the art of animation across all styles and techniques. We welcome submissions of short and feature films in 2D, 3D, stop-motion, and experimental formats. Our mission is to connect global animation talent, provide a platform for boundary-pushing storytelling, and foster dialogue between creators and audiences. We offer professional screenings, industry networking, and workshops.

Awards this festival can qualify you for

BAFTA Short · British Short Film
Screening in official competition at Annecy qualifies a British animated short film for BAFTA nomination. No win required.
BAFTA Short Animation · British Short Animation
Acceptance into the official programme is sufficient; no win required. British Short Animation needs acceptance at a MINIMUM OF ONE BAFTA-qualifying festival (fewer than the two required for British Short Film). British productions only; animation must be the primary technique.
BIFA Best Film · Best British Independent Film
In-person official selection at this BIFA Section A festival is sufficient (one Section A festival confers eligibility; the alternative is two Section B British festivals). No win required. Online-only screenings do not qualify. British independent film (BFI cultural test). 2026 window: 1 Nov 2025 to 30 Nov 2026.
BIFA Short · Best British Short Film
In-person official selection is sufficient; no win or competition placement required. BIFA Short Section A: one Section A festival confers eligibility. British production, under 40 minutes.
CSA Animated · Canadian Screen Award — Best Animated Short
Winning a Best-of / jury distinction at this CSA-eligible international festival qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.
CSA Doc Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Documentary Short Film
Winning a Best-of / jury distinction at this CSA-eligible international festival qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.

Annecy International Animation Film Festival submission FAQ

When is the Annecy International Animation Film Festival submission deadline?

The main submission deadline for Annecy International Animation Film Festival is around 1 January 2027. Estimated from the festival's usual schedule; confirm on the official site.

Does Annecy International Animation Film Festival require a premiere?

National premiere required. Protect your premiere status before you submit, as it is a one-time resource.

Where is Annecy International Animation Film Festival held?

Annecy International Animation Film Festival takes place in Annecy, France.

Is Annecy International Animation Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?

Annecy International Animation Film Festival is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in Circkit's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills; it holds FIAPF accreditation, an internationally recognised mark of a legitimate competitive festival; it ranks among the upper tiers of the festival circuit. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay. You can also run Annecy International Animation Film Festival through Circkit's free Scam Radar for an independent safety check.

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CSA Feature Doc · Canadian Screen Award — Best Feature Length Documentary

Winning a Best-of / jury distinction at this CSA-eligible international festival qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.

CSA Short · Canadian Screen Award — Best Live Action Short Drama

Winning a Best-of / jury distinction at this CSA-eligible international festival qualifies a feature documentary or theatrical short for the Canadian Screen Awards.

EFA Short · Best European Short Film

Film must win the EFA-candidate prize at this festival to be nominated for the EFA Short Film Award. Must be a European production (majority EU/EEA financing).

Oscar Animated Short · Animated Short Film

Must win the Cristal for Best Short Film OR Best Jury Award – Short Films Competition. The world's premier animation festival — most targeted Oscar qualifying route for animated shorts.