Beldocs is now a qualifying festival for the European Film Awards

Festival - 20.02.2026.

Documentaries screened at Beldocs are now eligible for consideration in the European Film Awards’ Documentary category.

Beldocs International Documentary Film Festival has been officially included on the list of qualifying festivals for the European Film Awards in the Documentary category! This recognition marks an important milestone for the festival and further strengthens its position within the European documentary film landscape.

As a qualifying festival, Beldocs now provides documentary films screened within its official program the opportunity to be considered for nomination for the European Film Awards. The awards, presented annually by the European Film Academy, celebrate excellence in European cinema and are among the most prestigious recognitions in the industry.

By joining the network of festivals whose selections can enter the European Film Awards consideration process, Beldocs continues to expand its role as a key platform for outstanding documentary filmmaking from Europe and beyond.

The full list of qualifying festivals is available here.

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