Tier 2
Norwich, United Kingdom
Last verified 12 June 2026
The Norwich Film Festival is a BAFTA Qualifying Short Film Festival (Section B)* as well as a BIFA (British Independent Film Awards) Qualifying Short Film Festival* and was chosen by The Metro as one of "the top UK film festivals you need to know about".
BAFTA Short · British Short Film
Screening in official competition at Norwich Film Festival qualifies a British short film for BAFTA Short Film or Short Animation consideration. No win required.
BIFA Short · Best British Short Film
In-person official selection is sufficient; no win required. BIFA Short Section B (British): TWO Section B festivals confer eligibility (or one Section A). British production, under 40 minutes.
The main submission deadline for Norwich Film Festival is around 28 June 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Norwich Film Festival costs from GBP 10 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Norwich Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Yes. Norwich Film Festival can qualify a film for BAFTA, subject to the specific category and condition for each award. The exact route differs per award body.
Norwich Film Festival takes place in Norwich, United Kingdom.
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