ZINEBI 68: Media accreditation period now open

The Bilbao International Festival of Documentary and Short Film opens accreditation applications for media professionals until November 16.

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Generic image: a film reel and a clapperboard on a dark surface, with blurred lights in the background suggesting a cinema or festival atmosphere.

The Bilbao International Festival of Documentary and Short Film – ZINEBI, organized by the Bilbao City Council, has opened the accreditation application period for media professionals, which will remain open until November 16.

The Bilbao International Festival of Documentary and Short Film – ZINEBI, organized by the Bilbao City Council, today, November 2, opened the accreditation period for media professionals wishing to attend the festival. Applications must be sent to akreditazioakprentsa@bilbao.eus, and the deadline is November 16.
The email must include: the name and web address of the media outlet, the full name of the person covering the festival, their contact phone number, their DNI (national identification number), and links to previously published information about the festival.
The festival will kick off its 68th edition on Friday, November 20, with an opening gala at the Arriaga Theatre. Until November 27, the festival will feature 49 films from 33 countries in its International Competition.
For attendance at the opening (November 20) and closing (November 27) galas, the organization needs to know the interest of the media outlet and professional as far in advance as possible. To request attendance, this must be expressly stated in an email sent to akreditazioakprentsa@bilbao.eus.
Based on information from the official source: Ayuntamiento de Bilbao (02/11/2026)