The passes available are:
- Industry pass
- Industry+ pass
- Online pass (only available for UK delegates)
See full eligibility criteria available below.
Types of passes
Industry pass
Includes access to:
- press and industry screenings during the festival (7 to 18 October)
- industry events programme including talks, panels and networking events
- standby access to public weekday matinee screenings
- LFF digital viewing library
- delegate directory
More offers and discounts will be announced soon.
How much the Industry pass costs
We have different prices depending on when you buy your pass:
- Until 12pm BST on 17 August (Early Bird) – £135
- Until 12pm BST on 2 October (Standard) – £158
- From 12:01pm BST on 2 October onwards (Late) – £250
Industry+ pass
The Industry+ pass includes access to all of the benefits of the Industry pass, plus:
- pre-festival press and industry screenings running 28 September to 6 October
- standby queue access to public weekday matinee, evening and weekend screenings
- discounted tickets for immersive exhibits
- discounted tickets for LFF Screen Talks
How much the Industry+ pass costs
We have different prices depending on when you buy your pass:
- Until 12pm BST on 17 August (Early Bird) – £190
- Until 12pm BST on 2 October (Standard) – £224
- From 12:01pm BST on 2 October onwards (Late) – £300
Press and Industry screening schedule
| Dates | Pass group | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
Monday 28 September to Friday 2 October | Industry+ only | BFI Southbank | 9am to 5pm |
Monday 5 October to Tuesday 6 October | Industry+ only | Picturehouse Central | 8.30am to 5pm |
Wednesday 7 October to Wednesday 14 October | - | Picturehouse Central | 8.30am to 5pm |
Thursday 15 October to Sunday 18 October | - | Picturehouse Central | 8.30am to 12pm |
Industry talks and panels
| Dates | Venue |
|---|---|
Friday 9 October to Tuesday 13 October | Picturehouse Central |
Networking
| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
Wednesday 7 October | Industry happy hour |
Thursday 8 October to Wednesday 14 October | Speed networking, Industry happy hours |
Monday 12 October | Industry party |
Online pass (UK only)
Includes access to:
- LFF digital viewing library, which includes select feature and short films
- delegate directory
How much the online pass costs
The online pass costs £85.
Eligibility criteria
You will need to provide:
- evidence that demonstrates active, professional work within the film and wider screen sectors over the last two years, such as:
- an IMDb profile showing credited work and dates
- a LinkedIn profile showing relevant roles and employment dates
- a professional portfolio or website showing completed or work-in-progress projects, including your role and project dates
- a CV covering the last two years of employment / activity and explaining any significant gaps
- a clear, recognisable headshot showing your full face (600x600 pixels, maximum file size 5mb)
- any relevant fees paid by at the latest 5pm BST on the day after submitting your registration.
If your provided evidence does not meet the criteria, the Delegate Services team may get in touch to request further details. Any submitted registrations that do not meet the eligibility criteria or do not complete payment within the deadlines will be rejected.
Terms and conditions
Please make time to read our terms and conditions as they contain important policy information for professional delegates.
Accreditation includes full acceptance of our BFI London Film Festival code of conduct and terms and conditions. Any violation of these will result in the immediate withdrawal of the accreditation.
Accessibility
We want your experiences of the Industry Forum to be as welcoming, inclusive and accessible as possible.
Contact the Delegate Services team by emailing [email protected] for assistance when needed.
If you have any specific access requirements not mentioned in your application form, please email [email protected].
Contact us
If you have any queries or need support, please email [email protected].
All passes have a limited capacity. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
If you’re applying from outside the UK
We encourage early applications for international applicants, due to the possibility of visa application delays.
If you need a letter of support, email [email protected].
