Film Office & Commission
National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF)
The NFVF is South Africa's national agency for the development and promotion of the film and video industry, an entity of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. It funds film development, production and training, and promotes South African cinema locally and internationally.
Filming incentives
- Rate
- 25-35% (currently frozen)
- Credit type
- Cash Rebate (currently frozen)
- Min. spend
- Varies by program
Figures describe the South Africa program, not this office. Incentive terms change with legislation: confirm current rates, caps, and eligibility with the office before budgeting.
Checked against official sources 23 July 2026
Full South Africa incentive breakdown, estimator & comparisonThe NFVF provides funding across the value chain: development funding, production funding, marketing & distribution funding, education & training bursaries, and festival hosting/attendance support for South African filmmakers.
Official incentive details