Tier 3
Beirut, Lebanon
Last verified 12 June 2026
Beirut Shorts International Film Festival, an Academy Awards (OSCARS) qualifying film festival, is the most prominent short film festival in the Arab world. Founded in 2007, and organized annually by the Beirut Film Society, the festival has grown to be a significant platform
The main submission deadline for Beirut International Film Festival is around 12 September 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Beirut International Film Festival costs from USD 20 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Beirut International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Beirut International Film Festival takes place in Beirut, Lebanon.
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