Tier 3
London, Leicester, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Last verified 12 June 2026
The theme of the 29th edition of the UK Asian Film Festival (UKAFF) is ‘time to cut the crap’. The festival will take place from 23 April to 2 May 2027. UKAFF accepts submissions from UK-based and international filmmakers. Eligible films should have a cultural connection to
The main submission deadline for UK Asian Film Festival is around 30 November 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to UK Asian Film Festival costs from GBP 10 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.
UK Asian Film Festival takes place in London, Leicester, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, United Kingdom.
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