Poland Film Cash Rebate

What Is Poland's Film Cash Rebate?

Poland offers a 30% cash rebate on qualifying production expenditure through the Polish Film Institute (PISF). The program has grown significantly since its launch, attracting major international productions to Poland's diverse locations and well-equipped studio facilities.

How Much Can You Receive?

The PISF Cash Rebate provides 30% of eligible Polish expenditure as a cash rebate. This covers below-the-line costs, goods, and services sourced in Poland.

• Rebate rate: 30% of eligible Polish expenditure
• Minimum spend: PLN 2M (~$500K)
• Project cap: PLN 15M (~$3.75M)
• Payment: Cash rebate after completion and financial audit

What Productions Are Eligible?

• Feature films (theatrical and streaming)
• Television series and miniseries
• Documentaries
• Animation
• International co-productions with Polish service companies

How Do You Apply for Poland's Rebate?

Productions apply to PISF before principal photography begins in Poland. The application requires a detailed budget showing eligible Polish expenditure, a production schedule, and documentation of the Polish service company. PISF issues a preliminary certificate of eligibility, with the final rebate paid after completion of production and an independent financial audit.

Why Productions Choose Poland

Historic cities. Krakow, Warsaw, Gdansk, and Wroclaw offer centuries of architectural variety, from medieval to modernist.

Competitive costs. Polish crew rates and local costs are significantly lower than Western European markets, stretching budgets further.

Strong studio infrastructure. Alvernia Studios, Orka Studios, and Leavesden-style facilities near Warsaw provide modern soundstages.

Experienced crews. Growing talent pool from productions like The Witcher, 1983, and numerous European co-productions.

Poland Film Cash Rebate: Key Facts

• Rebate rate: 30% cash rebate
• Minimum spend: PLN 2M (~$500K)
• Project cap: PLN 15M (~$3.75M)
• Credit type: Cash rebate
• Film office: Polish Film Institute (PISF)
• Official resource: PISF Cash Rebate