Selective Support for Digital Visual Effects
The “Selective aid for digital visual effects” is listed by the CNC to support delegated production companies that, by using digital visual effects, contribute to renewing visual creation and promoting works on the international market. The access criteria, cost basis and timetable must be checked in the official documentation before including it in the financing plan.
The Centre national du cinéma et de l’image animée (CNC) lists the “Selective aid for digital visual effects” for the use of digital visual effects (VFX) in a cinema or audiovisual work. It supports delegated production companies that, by using digital visual effects, contribute to renewing visual creation and promoting works on the international market. The 2026 application deadline was 8 September and has passed. No reliable figure for a cap is given in the catalogue. The CNC sheet provides for a capped cost basis and limits the level of aid; consult the detailed rules in force to calculate the potential support. To decide whether this aid can really contribute to your project, compare the planned costs with the rules in force and confirm the company’s eligibility before any commitment.
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Who can apply
The selective aid for digital visual effects is for delegated production companies using VFX to help renew visual creation and promote works internationally. The costs accepted must correspond to services carried out in France by companies established in France. The formats and types of projects accepted are listed on the CNC sheet.
Eligibility conditions
The application must separate direct VFX costs from any associated additional production costs. The CNC caps the accepted basis relative to the production budget or the French contribution in an international co-production; the aid is also subject to limits on coverage. The selective aid can be combined, under conditions, with the corresponding automatic aid.
What the scheme covers
For this project, document precisely the following operations: VFX services carried out in France and, within the limits of the sheet, the additional production costs caused by digital visual effects. For each item, attach a separate quote or a cost breakdown, the necessary technical details and an explanation of the link with the aid’s objective. Costs already incurred, recurring subscriptions or items not explicitly provided for must be validated before being included.
Amount and funding terms
No reliable figure for a cap is given in the catalogue. The CNC sheet provides for a capped cost basis and limits the level of aid; consult the detailed rules in force to calculate the potential support. A reference cap is neither a flat rate nor a commitment to award. The amount depends on the costs accepted, the funding rate and the funder’s decision.
How to apply
Download the application file and practical guide for the selective VFX aid from the CNC website. Have the French services, quotes, scenes concerned and additional costs itemised. Apply before shooting starts and use the version of the file for the session. Check the submission arrangements and the official deadlines.
Timeline
The timetable depends on CNC sessions and committees; the 2026 deadline (8 September) has passed. Consult the official page for “Selective aid for digital visual effects” to check the next deadline, the version of the application file and the application conditions.
Key facts
- Funder
- Centre National du Cinéma (CNC)
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Closed
- Funding rate
- 50%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Closes
- 8 September 2026
- Geographic scope
- All of France
Frequently asked questions
How much is the aid?
No reliable figure for a cap is given in the catalogue. The CNC sheet provides for a capped cost basis and limits the level of aid; consult the detailed rules in force to calculate the potential support. The amount actually awarded depends on the applicable rules and the review of the application.
Who can benefit?
The scheme is listed by the CNC for delegated production companies. The precise criteria on activity, location and status must be checked with the funder.
Which costs should I present?
Prepare detailed quotes for VFX services carried out in France and, within the limits of the sheet, the additional production costs caused by digital visual effects. Have each item’s eligibility confirmed before committing.
Must I apply before starting?
Check the applicable rule before any order or signature. Some aid requires the application to be made before the work or operation begins.
When must the application be submitted?
The official sheet states that applications for the selective aid for digital visual effects must be submitted before shooting starts. Check the next deadline published by the CNC.
Official source
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