How it works
Become an Academy member in just three steps
It’s easy to apply for the European Film Academy membership. Fill out your application form, get a response and register to join our vibrant community.
Step 1
Submit the application
Select from one of the two membership categories below. The application form lists the criteria required to be eligible to apply for membership.
Step 2
Get a response
The European Film Academy will review your application and will notify you within a month about the status.
Step 3
Complete your registration
If approved, you will be able to create your profile and select a membership plan.
exclusive perks
Your Membership Benefits:
Membership is an honour and brings benefits from which all members profit equally. Discover them here!
impact
Support our mission
Members support the Academy’s work in a constructive and positive way and act as an informal ambassador of European cinema. You will help to build European cinema culture and make your voice heard!
Events
Get invited to events
You will receive invitations to the annual ceremony of the European Film Awards, the online General Assembly and more events the Academy organizes throughout the year (receptions, conference panels, etc.).
Votings
Be eligible to vote
You will be able to access selected films on the Academy VOD Platform, vote for nominees and winners, elected functions and also put yourself forward as a candidate for a seat in the Board.
memberships
Choose the membership that’s right for you!
The European Film Academy offers two types of membership: Applicants under the age of 36 are eligible to apply for young membership.
Membership
Our classic membership applies to eligible candidates from 36 years of age.
More about regular membership
Young
Membership
Our young membership applies to eligible candidates who are under 36 years of age.
More about young membershiptake the first step
Start your application today!
Please check the membership criteria. If you are eligible, select your membership type and start your application.
Classic Membership Subscription
€250/year
For applicants accepted to the Classic Membership (36 years of age and older).
You are 36 years or older.
Applicants working in the creative fields of the industry, as well as producers, must have worked on at least 3 full-length (70+ minutes) cinema productions (fiction feature, documentary, animation) that have been released in cinemas or at festivals and must have received noteworthy credits for their work on these films
Nominees and European Film Awards winners are eligible to join the European Film Academy.
Winners and nominees of European national film awards are eligible to become members.
The European Film Academy decides on applicants from other areas of the film industry individually.
You are from an eligible country or have worked continuously in Europe for at least five years or have another strong connection to European cinema.
Young Membership Subscription
€100/year
For applicants accepted to the Young Membership (35 years of age and younger).
You are 35 years or younger.
Applicants working in the creative fields of the industry, as well as producers, must have worked on at least 3 full-length (70+ minutes) cinema productions (fiction feature, documentary, animation) that have been released in cinemas or at festivals and must have received noteworthy credits for their work on these films
Nominees and European Film Awards winners are eligible to join the European Film Academy.
Winners and nominees of European national film awards are eligible to become members.
The European Film Academy decides on applicants from other areas of the film industry individually.
You are from an eligible country or have worked continuously in Europe for at least five years or have another strong connection to European cinema.
Any questions regarding membership? Find answers in our frequently asked questions or contact us at
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