Apply for a film classification

How to classify your film

Films that are to be shown to a public audience must be given a classification rating.

If you're a film maker or promoter, you can apply to either the:

• British Board of Film Classification
• local authority for the area where the film is being shown

Making an application

To apply for the classification or reclassification of a film to be shown in Oxford, you must make your request in writing at least 20 working days before the film is to be shown.

We can only guarantee a film will be classified in time for it to be screened if it receives the request within the 20 working day period.  Please note that any classification of a film made by us is only applicable when the film is shown in Oxford.

You must:

• provide a written synopsis of the film via email or letter to the address detailed below
• provide a DVD copy of the film or a secure online link to the film so it can be viewed on a website

Where to send your film

A link or electronic file of your film should be emailed to licensing@oxford.gov.uk.

Fees

The fee for this service is £11.00 per 15 minutes and £11.00 for the film classification certificate that we issue once the film has been certified.

Payments will be made by credit/debit card once an email request hase been received. Please supply telephone contact information in your correspondence so we can call you to take the necessary payment.