Irish Film Relief Visual Effects Uplift, No Objections
Summary
The European Commission issued a decision not to raise objections to Ireland's modification of its Film Relief Tax Support Scheme, introducing a visual effects uplift. The scheme aims to support culture through tax advantages and will operate until 31 December 2028. This clearance allows Ireland to proceed with the enhanced film tax relief without violating EU state aid rules.
What changed
The European Commission approved a modification to Ireland's Film Relief Tax Support Scheme that introduces a visual effects uplift. The amendment enhances tax support available to productions with qualifying visual effects work. The scheme operates under EU state aid rules and received clearance without objections.
Film production companies and visual effects studios operating in Ireland should review the modified scheme's eligibility requirements. Productions involving significant visual effects work may qualify for increased tax advantages under the uplift. The scheme's duration extends until 31 December 2028, providing a multi-year window for planned productions.
What to do next
- Monitor for implementation details from Irish Revenue Commissioners
- Review eligibility criteria for visual effects uplift under the modified scheme
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Modification to the Irish Film Relief Tax Support Scheme - Visual Effects Uplift
Last decision date: 07.04.2026 Primary objective(s): Culture Aid instrument: Other forms of tax advantage Case type: Scheme Legislative sector: Competition DG Notification / registration date: 02.02.2026 Duration: Until 31.12.2028 Decisions Decision not to raise objections of 07.04.2026
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