UK Global Screen Fund (UKGSF) International Distribution Video Game Release funding
British Film Institute
What it funds
We make non-recoupable grants to support the marketing, promotional and technical costs associated with the release of a UK game in international territories. We will support games that have clear appeal to identified international audiences and strong potential for international sales. You can apply for support for a single game per application and can only make one application per game. Your game can be in any language.
Who can apply
UK Global Screen Fund (UKGSF) International Distribution Video Game Release funding | BFI Applications must be made by the UK-based development studio deemed the lead developer for the game.
How to apply
UK Global Screen Fund (UKGSF) International Distribution Video Game Release funding | BFI
Last checked against the official source: 3 Aug 2026. Scheme parameters are set by the funder and can change — verify before applying, or let us do it for you.
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