Who can apply?
A producer, co-producer, or service company registered in Bulgaria, in the EU, Switzerland, EEA, or in a third country can apply. If you apply as a foreign company, your company must have an original registration as a film company for at least two years before applying.
What type of productions can benefit?
Feature films over 70 minutes; Documentary films over 60 minutes or documentary series with each episode over 40 minutes; Animation films or animation series with a total length of 24 minutes; Films for television or OTT platforms over 70 minutes, or series with each episode over 40 minutes.
When will I get my money?
Within a month after applying for a rebate on costs after completing the activities planned in the project.
Is it a stable system?
Yes, it is. The tax rebate system in Bulgaria already has a solid tracked record of successfully rebated projects. All productions fulfilling the strict but reasonable criteria get the rebate.
How much is the incentive?
Bulgaria provides a 25% cash rebate on qualifying expenses made in the country during the production of films, high-end TV series, documentaries, and animation. The incentive has been in effect in Bulgaria since March 2021. The cap of the rebate is set at 1 Million Euros per project. Applications are reviewed on a first-come-first-serve basis.