Tier 2
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Last verified 23 March 2026
One of Asia’s largest and longest-running film festivals, held each spring in Hong Kong.
Oscar Documentary Feature · Documentary Feature Film
Win Documentary Competition – Firebird Award to qualify for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature Film.
Oscar Live Action Short · Live Action Short Film
Win Short Film Competition – Firebird Award to qualify for the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film.
The main submission deadline for Hong Kong International Film Festival is around 1 October 2026. Estimated from the festival's usual schedule; confirm on the official site.
Submitting to Hong Kong International Film Festival costs from HKD 650 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Hong Kong International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Hong Kong International Film Festival takes place in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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