international co-production fund (icf)

International co-productions are examples of partnership-based and dialogic collaboration. We promote collaborative work processes and innovative productions in international cultural exchange. In this way, we support the creation of new networks and forms of work in global contexts and try out new ways of intercultural collaboration.

The applicant or first co-producer is always the artist or ensemble from a non-German-speaking country. They are the central contact for the project, conclude the contract with the local Goethe-Institut and manage the funding amount. Both private and legal persons can submit an application.

Funding from the IKF requires that at least two participants cooperate with each other. In this respect, a partnership with artists or ensembles from Germany is essential. Third parties and additional co-producers are not absolutely necessary to obtain co-production funding, but they increase the chances of approval. The definition of "co-producer" is deliberately broad. A substantial contribution to the production is crucial.

Contacting the local Goethe-Institut in the applicant's country is a mandatory requirement for submitting a funding application. If there is no Goethe-Institut in the applicant's country, please look for the nearest institute under Locations on our website and contact our colleagues there.