Please find below all the information to request your accreditation and attend the Festival which will take place from Friday 17 to Sunday 26 April 2026.
The VdR–Industry programme will take place across four days, from Sunday 19 to Wednesday 22 April 2026. Welcoming over 1300 accredited guests, it is an exciting opportunity for industry professionals to come together, network, share knowledge and do business, all on the beautiful shores of Lake Geneva.
Accreditations will open on Thursday 5 February 2026 to industry professionals interested in attending the Festival and/or the VdR–Industry programme, offering five different types of accreditation to suit your needs. All accreditation requests must be approved and paid (if applicable) in order to be activated.
To secure your access to the Festival, accreditation must be requested by Sunday 12 April 2026.
The INDUSTRY accreditation (by invitation only) is VdR–Industry’s all-access pass. It is available only to invited Industry guests including buyers, partners, project holders and delegations. This pass provides full access to all VdR–Industry activities throughout the four days, including pitching sessions, talks, masterclasses, and events.
If you are a buyer interested in an INDUSTRY accreditation, you can request it here, for review by our VdR–Industry team.
Interested in sending a delegation? Please contact industry@visionsdureel.ch to learn more about what opportunities can be offered.
To request your INDUSTRY accreditation, please create an account or log in using your credentials via My VdR.
The NETWORKING accreditation (CHF 200 VAT included*) is perfect for filmmakers and producers with a project to sell, along with organisations looking to provide offers to their members base. This pass gives you access to arrange One-on-One meetings with over 1000 accredited Industry guests, including buyers and co-producers attending the VdR–Industry programme. In addition, the NETWORKING pass provides access to all Industry talks and masterclasses, the full Vision du Réel Official Selection screenings held throughout the Festival, and networking events including Magic Hours, soirées and awards ceremonies.
To apply for the NETWORKING accreditation, please create an account or log in using your credentials via My VdR.
*A 20% discount will be made available for non-profit organisations and countries on this list. To find out if you are eligible for this discount, contact accreditation@visionsdureel.ch.
The PRO pass (CHF 130 VAT included*) is the perfect accreditation for industry professionals looking to gain knowledge and stay up-to-date with industry trends. The PRO pass gives access to arrange One-on-One meetings with over 1000 accredited industry guests, including buyers and co-producers attending the VdR–Industry programme. In addition, the PRO pass provides access to all Industry talks and masterclasses, as well as the full Vision du Réel Official Selection screenings held throughout the Festival.
To apply for the PRO accreditation, please create an account or log in using your credentials via My VdR.
*A 20% discount will be made available for non-profit organisations and countries on this list. To find out if you are eligible for this discount, contact accreditation@visionsdureel.ch.
The NEW GENERATION pass (CHF 50 incl. VAT) is an accreditation for film school students, providing access to screenings and to the Official Selection online (Switzerland only).
To apply for the NEW GENERATION accreditation, please create an account or log in with your credentials via My VdR.
The PRESS accreditation is free, but it is only available to journalists who can guarantee media coverage of the Festival and the VdR–Industry programme. Proof of media affiliation is required when applying.
To apply for the PRESS accreditation, please create an account or log in using your credentials via My VdR.
In case you have any questions, feel free to contact us at accreditation@visionsdureel.ch