Slovak Audiovisual Fund

The Slovak Audiovisual Fund, operating since 2010, is the main public funding institution for the Slovak audiovisual culture and industry. The aim of the Fund is to support the entire film value chain - development, production, distribution and promotion of audiovisual works, cinemas, festivals, research, training activities, innovations and technologies. Recipients of financing from the Fund shall be individuals or legal entities registered in the Slovak Republic.

The Fund has the following essential goals: 

• to increase cashflow in the audiovisual culture and industry;
• to encourage the flexibility and effectiveness of the financial support;
• accountability of the support recipients;
• extended forms of available support (grants, loans and stipends);
• support to all parts of the film value chain: development, production, distribution, promotion and sales, festivals and other events, cinemas, research, education, publishing, workshops, etc., development of the Slovak audiovisual industry and its infrastructure;
• transparent and professional decision making.

Slovak Audiovisual Fund has launched its organisational unit, the Slovak Film Commission (SFC), in order to promote Slovakia and its regions as a “film-friendly country” with the aim to become a more attractive and accessible partner for foreign film productions or domestic investors. Connecting professionals and providing expert guidance, the Slovak Film Commission is here for anyone seeking to create audiovisual content in Slovakia, whether it be a feature, a documentary, animation, TV series or a commercial. SFC intends to achieve these goals through active presentation in Slovakia and on international film markets, personal meetings and specialized events. SFC created and continuously updates a public database on film infrastructure in the Slovak Republic, launched a website as well as printed materials with information on the Slovak audiovisual environment, administers the provision of expert advice and maintains active cooperation with foreign film commissions and professional audiovisual organizations. SFC became a member of the European Film Commissions Network (EUFCN) and Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI).