Tier 2
Tel Aviv, Israel
Last verified 23 March 2026
Docaviv is an international documentary film festival in Tel Aviv and the largest documentary film festival in Israel.
Oscar Documentary Short · Documentary Short Subject
Must win the Short Film Competition jury award at Docaviv Tel Aviv International Documentary Film Festival.
The main submission deadline for Docaviv Tel Aviv International Documentary Film Festival is around 19 January 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Docaviv Tel Aviv International Documentary Film Festival costs from EUR 15 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
National premiere required. Protect your premiere status before you submit, as it is a one-time resource.
Docaviv Tel Aviv International Documentary Film Festival takes place in Tel Aviv, Israel.
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