FAQs.

Deadlines for submissions are announced annually on our official website.
We encourage filmmakers to submit as early as possible to benefit from lower fees and to allow sufficient time for processing.
Submissions will not be accepted after the final late-entry deadline.

Yes. The Emirates Academy Awards applies a tiered fee structure to support the evaluation and processing of submissions.

For Short Films:

• Early Submission: USD 15

• Regular Submission: USD 25

• Late Submission: USD 40

For Feature Films:

• Early Submission: USD 30

• Regular Submission: USD 50

• Late Submission: USD 70

Tip: Submit during the Early Submission period to secure the lowest fee.

All fees are non-refundable and payable via the official online submission platform.
Late submissions are accepted only if announced and within the specified late-entry window.

Yes. Filmmakers may submit multiple films, provided that each film meets the eligibility criteria and is submitted as a separate entry with its own fee.

The Emirates Academy Awards accepts the following:

• Feature-length films: Fiction, documentary, or animation (over 40 minutes)

• Short films: Fiction, documentary, or animation (40 minutes or less)

Films must comply with the eligibility criteria outlined in the official Rules & Regulations, including premiere status, release dates, and technical specifications.

All applicants will be notified via email 6–8 weeks before the official announcement of the nominees.
Only officially selected films will receive further instructions regarding participation and accreditation.

Common upload issues include:

• File size exceeding platform limits

• Unsupported file formats

• Weak internet connection or technical interruptions

• Browser compatibility issues

Please review the technical requirements provided on the submission portal.
For persistent issues, contact our Technical Support Team at: support@emiratesacademyawards.ae

Contact the Submissions Office immediately at submissions@emiratesacademyawards.ae
Include your submission reference number and details of the correction.
Note: Changes cannot be guaranteed after the submission deadline.

Yes. The Emirates Academy Awards celebrates global storytelling and accepts submissions from all over the world, provided they meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the official Rules & Regulations.

If you submit a work-in-progress, you must deliver the final cut no later than the deadline specified in your selection confirmation email.
Films that fail to provide the final cut on time may be disqualified.

• Short films: Up to 40 minutes (including credits)

• Feature-length films: Over 40 minutes (including credits)

Any exceptions will be specified in the category-specific guidelines.

No. The Emirates Academy Awards accepts completed films only.
Unproduced scripts are not eligible for submission.

Yes. A producer is not required to submit a short film.
The submission must be made by the filmmaker or legal rights holder, who certifies full ownership of all rights to the work.