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AFRICA
KENYA
The following information was submitted on March 30, 2020 by the Kenya Film Commission
Contact:
Timothy Owase, Director
timothy@filmingkenya.com
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
The Kenya Government has taken measures to limit the spread of COVID19 virus. Hence no gatherings are permitted till further notice.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes there are flight restrictions into Kenya
www.health.go.ke/covid-19
https://www.cdc.gov/.../after-travel-precautions.html
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
There are travel restrictions
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
No congregations allowed
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Temporarily all activities involving gatherings are restricted.
Additional Information:
The Commission is available for any further information and inquiries thereof.
SOUTH AFRICA
Information pertaining to protocols and guidelines for South Africa may be found on the following websites:
CapeTownFilmOffice-COVIDStandardOperatingProcedures
overnment website: https://www.gov.za/Coronavirus
National Institute for Communicable Diseases: http://www.nicd.ac.za/covid-19-update-22/
ASIA
ABU DHABI
The following information was provided on July 5, 2020 by the Abu Dhabi Film Commission.
Contact:
| Is your region/country open for Production? | |
| Yes. | |
| Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? | |
| No, it is not available. | |
| Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? | |
| There are currently no waivers for arrivals that aren’t from the Green zones. Countries listed in Green zones are constantly update on the UAE government travel advisory information site: https://u.ae/en/information- You can review the ADFC Covid-19 shooting guidelines here: https://www.film.gov.ae/en/ |
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| Is there COVID testing available for productions? | |
| Yes | |
PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following information was provided on July 5, 2020 by the Abu Dhabi Film Commission.
Contact:
Jassim Al Nowais
+97124012109
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?Yes
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?YesIs there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?Attached are guidelines provided by the government of Abu Dhabi effective June, 2020.
CHINA
The information found at the link below has been provided by AFCI Affiliate member Production Service Network:
https://www.productionservicenetwork.com/covid-19-country-production-status
INDIA
The following information was updated on December 23, 2020 by the Film Facilitation Office, NFDC.
Contact:
Sunita Rawat
Chief Film Facilitation Officer
Email: sunitarawat@nfdcindia.com
Website: https://www.ffo.gov.in
Change to report since last update: Yes
Is your region/country open for Production? Yes
Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? No
Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? Yes, for passengers arriving from United Kingdom
Is there COVID testing available for productions? Yes
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05.11.-2020 Guidelines for International Arrivals
22.12.2020_SOP for Surveillance and Response for the New SARS Cov 2 Variant
The following information was updated on December 9, 2020by the Film Facilitation Office, NFDC.
Contact:
| Sunita Rawat, CFFO |
011- 24367338
The following information is available in the link - https://www.ffo.gov.in/en#
* Guiding Principles and SOP on preventive measures for Media Production to contain spread of COVID-19 as issued by the Ministry of I&B, Government of India.
* Guidelines of States for filming during COVID 19 Pandemic.
* Guidelines for International Arrivals to India
* Advisory - Travel and Visa Restrictions Related to COVID19
* Air Travel Arrangements
* Quarantine Exemption Request
* Non-production industry resource for credible, fact-based information on the pandemic and how we can all remain safe.
www.mohfw.gov.in (Ministry of Health and Family Welfare website)
Attached are guidelines provided by the government of India effective June, 2020.
Information about guidelines and protocols may be found on the website for the Government of India:
JORDON
The following information was provided on June 23, 2020 by the Jordon Film Commission.
Contact:
Justin Cooper,, North American Liaison Officer
+1 404 803 3006
ordan (RFC) issued guidelines for the audio-visual sector detailing safety and precautionary measures to limit the spread of the Corona virus (COVID-19) for filming in Jordan. These guidelines aim to secure a safe working environment for local and foreign productions filming in the country during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The guidelines are officially posted on the Ministry of Labor’s website on 15th June 2020.
The RFC has conducted an extensive study on international procedures implemented in the audio-visual sector, during the current global health situation. The results of the study were reflected in a series of protocols and guidelines to regulate the work of local and foreign productions, allowed to shoot in the Kingdom. All necessary preventive measures were approved by the Jordanian Ministries of Health and Labor.
The guidelines detail a set of mandatory requirements, including: conducting tests, maintaining social distance, minimizing the number of people on set, organizing arrivals and entry to set, providing suitable accommodation for film crews, in addition to optimizing hygiene and cleaning requirements as well as practicing precautionary measures such as wearing masks and emergency procedures. It is also required that crew members undertake a health and safety awareness training prior to their shoot. Productions are obligated to assign a health and safety supervisor - accredited by the Ministry of Labor - in order to monitor the implementation of the required procedures.
Mohannad Al-Bakri, the RFC’s Managing Director, commented: “In the past few months, we have exerted great efforts to develop a system of protocols and procedures in order to resume the audio-visual activity in the Kingdom. While we strive to restore filming in Jordan, both locally and internationally, because of its vital economic impact, we are fully committed to adhere to public safety measures.” He added: “Our work goes in line with the success achieved by the Governmental measures, which have reduced the number of infections and contaminated areas within the country. We look forward to resuming productions, including foreign ones.”
In the past last three months, six TV and cinema projects were completed; while four Jordanian productions are currently being shot, in addition to a number of commercials and documentaries. These projects had committed in writing to follow the Government’s safety instructions.
Foreign crews will follow the country’s decisions regarding air travel as well as regulations for entering the Kingdom. The guidelines include recommendation for international productions planning to film in Jordan. Beginning of July, Jordan will welcome again a big Korean production, which had suspended its activities with the global outbreak of the pandemic. The production shall resume its filming while abiding by all required safety measures.
It is worth mentioning that eligible productions filming in Jordan can benefit from a cash rebate ranging between 10% and 25%, in addition to tax and customs duties exemptions. For more information, please write to: filminjordan@film.jo
Please visit the RFC’s website to check the audio-visual sector’s guide of filming protocols during COVID-19 pandemic: http://www.film.jo/Contents/Filming-Procedure.aspx
MONGOLIA
The following information was submitted on May 20th, 2020 by the Mongolian Film Commission.
Contact:
Eroo Orgil, Director of Communications and Strategy
97694448747
Current situation in Mongolia regarding the pandemic COVID-19 is that all cases of the virus are recorded from travelers abroad and are strictly quarantined under government supervision. There are no cases of the transmission of the virus within the community at all. It is completely safe for film making as the government is also working to create a film-friendly environment in this situation.
For additional information please visit: https://news.mn/en/792491/
and
https://medium.com/@indica/covid-underdogs-mongolia-3b0c162427c2
SINGAPORE
The following information was submitted on May 26, 2020 by the Singapore Film Office
Contact:
David Chang
Beginning June 2, 2020 Singapore will be restarting production (under restrictions) as the country is entering a three stage re-opening.
SOUTH KOREA
The following information was submitted on March 24, 2020 by the Seoul Film Commission.
Contact:
Nina Jung/General Manager/nina@seoulfc.or.kr
Erica Ko/Deputy General Manger/erica@seoulfc.or.kr
MJ Minji Ki/Staff/mj@seoulfc.or.kr
Office : +82-2-777-7184
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
There are no travel restrictions coming in South Korea yet. However, the Special Entry Procedure is applied to all travelers entering Korea from abroad, regardless of nationality, in an effort to prevent the further inflow of COVID-19.
The Special Entry Procedure requires inbound travelers to undergo fever checks and submit the Health Declaration and the Travel Record Declaration when they arrive at the entry hall of an international airport. Travelers need to provide their contact information and address in Korea in the Travel Record Declaration. Korean Immigration officials check, on-site, whether the travelers can be reached via the phone number provided. Entry will be denied if they do not provide a reachable phone number.
In addition, in-bound travelers are required to install the Self Diagnosis App on their smartphones and report their health status every day through the app for 14 days.
To minimize congestion at the arriving airport in Korea, the Consulate recommends all passengers who are going to travel to Korea install the App before they arrive.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
No
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
No. However, South Korea began implementing stricter rules on social distancing on 22 March to slow the coronavirus pandemic.
Citizens are strongly urged to stay at home, except for essential needs or jobs, with the government also restricting religious gatherings, indoor sports activities and attendance at entertainment facilities.
The rules for the 2-week social distancing campaign are as follows.
- Refrain from going outdoors and avoid physical contact with others.
- Keep in touch with people by using social media measures instead of meeting them personally.
- Keep your personal hygiene by washing your hands and wearing a mask
- Keep a distance of 2m from others
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming (if production is shut down, you need not answer this question).
From January, all subway stations, public offices such as police stations, all hospitals and Hang Gang River Park in Seoul were closed to filming.
Additional Information
Please check everyday status of South Korea here: http://ncov.mohw.go.kr/en
TAIWAN
The following update was submitted on December 21, 2020 2020 by the Taipei Film Commission.
Contact:
Taipei Film Commission
Phone: +886-2-2709-3880 / Email: service@taipeifilmcommission.org
All travelers coming to Taiwan and transit passengers are required to provide a certificate of a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test result issued within three days prior to boarding the flight to Taiwan. Taiwanese nationals and certain foreign nationals (foreign nationals with an Alien Resident Certificate or a resident visa, migrant workers, foreign students, and foreign diplomats) must, whether they have symptoms or not, have their specimens collected at the airport upon entry into the country. Those who have symptoms shall be transported to a group quarantine facility to await test results; asymptomatic individuals shall undergo a 14-day period of home quarantine at home or at a quarantine hotel. Foreign nationals without an Alien Resident Certificate must provide a certificate of a negative COVID-19 test result issued within three days of boarding before they are allowed to board their flight or their transit flight, or to enter Taiwan. Those who wish to enter Taiwan must also undergo home quarantine for 14 days after entry into the country. For more information: https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-220-5081-c06dc-2.html
The information found at the link below has been provided by AFCI Affiliate member Production Service Network:
https://www.productionservicenetwork.com/covid-19-country-production-status
THAILAND
Information pertaining to Thailand's protocols and guidelines may be found on the website of the Department of Disease Control:
https://ddc.moph.go.th/viralpneumonia/eng/index.php
EUROPE
BULGARIA
Attached are guidelines provided by the government of Bulgaria effective June, 2020.
CYPRUS
The following information was submitted on June 9, 2020 by Invest Cyprus.
Contact:
Lefteris Eleftheriou, Senior Investment Promotion Officer/Head of Filming Unit
leleftheriou@investcyprus.org.cy
+357 22 441133
Please see the attached document for filming protocol in Cyprus.Invest Cyprus protocol
CZECH REPUBLIC
The following update was submitted on December 10, 2020 by the Czech Film Commission.
Contact:
Pavlina Zipkova, Film Commissioner
420603554044
The new special government restrictions that have been updated almost on a weekly basis since mid September do not constrain audiovisual production based on these facts:
✔️ filming is an economic activity (the restriction does not apply to the performance of a business or other similar activity),
✔️ filming is not an assembly according to Act No. 84/1990 on the right to assemble,
✔️ filming is not a cultural event or a leisure-time activity,
✔️ face masks for performers are not required (as per the exception for individuals carrying out a performance, lecturers, and individuals participating in the creation and production of audiovisual works or shows).
Thus, even these latest crisis measures do not change the current procedures for shooting. The Czech productions strictly follow the health and safety self-regulatory guidelines: https://bit.ly/3meVFHY.
The following update was submitted on May 7, 2020 by the Czech Film Commission.
Contact:
Pavlina Zipkova, Film Commissioner
420603554044
FILM PRODUCTION IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC IS CONSIDERED RESUMED. MORE INFORMATION HERE: https://filmcommission.cz/en/
The following update was received on April 30, 2020 by the Czech Film Commission.
Contact:
Pavlina Zipkova, Film Commissioner
420-603-554-044
| The state of emergency is now extended through May 17. However the film and TV production restarts in the Czech Republic.
The Czech government has issued an exemption from wearing facemasks for all performers and artists, valid from May 1, 2020, under following conditions: - RT-PCR test for SARS:CoV-2 with negative result not older than 4 days before commencing the filming, - follow-up tests must be carried out at least every 14 days throughout the filming, - the 2-metres distancing rule may be waived between performing artists, - the location where the work is being performed or the audiovisual work is being filmed or program is being held must be regularly disinfected, and if it is a closed space, it must be regularly ventilated, -hand sanitizer must be provided for all artists and their co-workers, - in the event that any of the artists or their co-workers have a temperature of 37 °C or higher or other symptoms of COVID-19, they will be prohibited from entering the location where the work is being performed or audiovisual work is being created or program is being held. Further information with details will be available May 5 - 6. |
The information immediately below was provided on April 4, 2020 by Czech Film Commission
Contact:
Pavlina Zipkova, Film Commissioner, pavlina@filmcommission.cz, +420 603 554 044
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes, the country's borders are closed from March 16 till April 11 with possible extension, subject to limited exemptions. Detailed information: Ministry of Interior https://www.mvcr.cz/mvcren/
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
- People may be outside only by themselves or in groups of 2 (with the exception of families and those on work duties).
- A two-meter-distance should be maintained between people.
- Commuting only if necessary (work, grocery shopping, medical reasons).
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Yes in exteriors, please see the answer above.
Everyone outside must wear a protective surgical mask, self-made mask, or at least a scarf over their nose and mouth.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
No.
Additional Information
All necessary information is summed up here: https://filmcommission.cz/en/a-message-from-the-czech-film-commissioner/
ESTONIA
The following information was submitted on May 12, 2020 by Film Estonia.
Contact:
Nele Paves, Film Commissioner
The state of emergency in Estonia will end May 17th/2020.
Updates on Covid-19 and travel can be found here:
https://koroonakaart.ee/en
https://www.kriis.ee/en
We are ready to start production and filming as soon as international travel is opened.
FINLAND
The following update was submitted on November 4, 2020 by the Finnish Lapland Film Commission
Contact:
Kirsikka Paakkinen Film commissioner
+358 40 354 5322
kirsikka.paakkinen@houseoflapland.fi
| Film Lapland has published its own COVID-19 guidelines with traveling information and more information about the current testing and quarantine policy. Up-to-date guidelines can be found here: https://www.lapland.fi/film/ We strongly advise all international productions to apply for a special group status before entering Finland. With the special group status, you will get custom testing and quarantine guidelines. In order to get a special group status, you need a Finnish partner (for example fixer or production service company). Your Finnish partner prepares a proposal for the Finnish Border Guard. The proposal is assessed by the responsible ministry and the health authorities. Health security measures are agreed upon on a case-by-case basis. If the security and health measures are deemed sufficient, there is a chance that the production may be granted permission to bypass the quarantine. For additional information, please contact kirsikka.paakkinen@ |
The following update was submitted on September 10, 2020 by the Finnish Lapland Film Commission
Updated health and safety guidelines to be followed during the Covid-19 pandemic: https://apfi.fi/en/yleinen-en/
The instructions of the Finnish Border Guard to passengers regarding entry to Finland: https://www.raja.fi/current_
Finnish authorities have announced it is easing restrictions on international arrivals of film and TV professionals that are entering the country to work on a production. This decision pertains to entrants from countries currently classified under Restriction Categories 1 (including the United Kingdom) and 2 (including the United States). Individuals entering the country must be contracted by productions, which in turn are strictly tied to adhering to APFI’s regulations for production under COVID-19, as updated on 28th August 2020.
Every production crew’s entry into the country will be processed individually, in advance by the Ministry of Economic Affairs & Employment of Finland and with the local hospital district where production will take place. Then the given crew’s arrival plan is presented to the Finnish Border Guard for approval. All the while your contacts and partners in Finland, such as APFI, are here to support you and help handle communications.
The following update was submitted on May 14, 2020 by the Finnish Lapland Film Commission
| Finland is opening up one step at a time after declaring a nationwide state of emergency due to the Covid-19/Coronavirus outbreak. Finnish borders open for work-based and essential travel from the EU Schengen Area starting 14 May.
Guidelines for the border traffic by The Finnish Border Guard: |
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The information immediately below was provided on April 7, 2020 by Finnish Lapland Film Commission
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes. Finland has declared a nationwide state of emergency due to the Covid-19/Coronavirus outbreak. Finland has closed its borders and suspended travel to Finland until 13 May 2020. This applies to everyone except Finnish citizens and foreigners with permanent residence in Finland.
- https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/information-on-coronavirus/questions-and-answers
- https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/information-on-coronavirus/decisions-by-the-government
- https://www.visitfinland.com/article/covid-19-coronavirus-guidance-for-travelers-to-finland/
- https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/artikkeli/-/asset_publisher/10616/hallitus-totesi-suomen-olevan-poikkeusoloissa-koronavirustilanteen-vuoksi
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
No, but the ski resorts in Lapland have closed and many hotels all over the country have closed as well. Restaurants will remain closed until 31 May, however, some sell takeaway.
Public gatherings are limited to no more than ten persons, and it is recommend to avoid spending unnecessary time in public places.
https://www.visitfinland.com/article/covid-19-coronavirus-guidance-for-travelers-to-finland/
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
PRACTICAL GUIDELINES TO BE FOLLOWED BY AUDIOVISUAL PRODUCTIONS DURING THE CORONAVIRUS EPIDEMIC, AS RECOMMENDED BY AUDIOVISUAL PRODUCERS FINLAND – APFI, THE UNION OF JOURNALISTS IN FINLAND, THE FINNISH ACTORS’ UNION, AND THE TRADE UNION FOR THEATRE AND MEDIA FINLAND
Updated 26th March, 2020
These recommendations shall continue to be updated. The aforementioned associations are continuously following government regulations and shall refine the recommended procedures listed below as required.
- The production company shall clearly designate someone responsible for safety at work, whom the cast and crew members may contact and who is responsible for providing information and guidelines on occupational safety and the health and well-being of all members of the production.
- At a minimum, the occupational health and safety measures in accordance with these recommendations that relate to general occupational safety must be communicated to all those involved in the production.
- Specific occupational safety measures for each given day of filming must be communicated in advance to all cast and crew members involved. Cast and crew must also have the opportunity to contact the appointed occupational health and safety representative ahead of filming.
- The production company shall identify all cast and crew members who are at risk or whose household includes a person at risk. The employee and employer agree on working methods, e.g. changes in job description.
- The entire cast and crew shall be informed of the rules on sick leave. Anyone displaying flu like symptoms must remain at home until all symptoms have subsided. In principle, calling in sick without a doctor’s note is sufficient. COVID-19 infections are subject to doctors’ orders.
- Transfers to and from set shall be handled wherever possible by everyone’s own means of transport.
- The scale of the crew on set shall be production planned so that the number of people is kept minimal, and in such a way that a safe distance of 2 m to other cast and crew members can be maintained.
- When working on set, different departments and groups are to work separately from each other. Necessary protective wear and materials are to be available on set at all times.
- The hygiene of work spaces and break rooms as well as equipment is to be constantly maintained throughout the day. Equipment that must be cleaned includes: microphones, headphones, filming equipment.
- Actors must dress themselves and set up their own microphones according to the wardrobe and sound departments’ instructions, respectively. Wardrobe hygiene must also be considered when costumes are in storage.
- The makeup and hair departments are responsible for ensuring the actor and makeup designer/hairdresser have the necessary protective wear, and that the tools and material used are not at risk of contamination.
- Shooting intimate scenes should be avoided. The actor has the right to refuse close contact with other cast members, e.g. kissing.
- Working and breaks are to be scheduled so that unnecessary proximity between people can be avoided. On set catering should be provided in individual containers whenever possible. There shall be no queue or congestion when distributing food.
- Changing rooms, breakrooms and dining areas are to be spacious enough to allow the recommended safety distance of 2 m between all cast and crew members.
https://apfi.fi/en/yleinen-en/recommended-guidelines-for-production-during-covid-19-updated-26-march-2020/
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
No.
GREECE
The following update was submitted on April 7, 2021 by the Hellenic Film Commission (Greek Film Centre).
Contact:
Venia Vergou, Director
0030 210 367 8514
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PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following update was submitted on December 23, 2020 by the Hellenic Film Commission (Greek Film Centre).
Contact:
Venia Vergou, Director
v.vergou@gfc.gr
0030 210 367 8514
Website: https://www.filmcommission.gr/
Is your region/country open for Production? Yes
Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region?
See https://www.aia.gr/traveler/travellers-info/faq-for-covid19 https://travel.gov.gr/#/Is there COVID testing available for productions? See https://www.filmcommission.gr/hfcnews/covid-19-updated-guidelines-for-safe-film-shoots-sound-recordings/
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GUIDELINES FOR SAFE FILM SHOOTS & SOUND RECORDINGS 2020 English Language TranslationThe following update was submitted on November 11, 2020 by the Hellenic Film Commission (Greek Film Centre).
Contact:
Venia Vergou, Director
v.vergou@gfc.gr
0030 210 367 8514
Greece has entered a state of a second lockdown as of 6th November, until 30th of November. However, filming continues under new government COVID-19 related protocolos and procedures and according to the country's epidemiological data. Producers and crews are advised to follow the Updated Guidelines for Safe Film Shoots & Sound Recordings issued by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports which are based on the guidelines and recommendations of the Hellenic Ministry of Health’s Covid-19 Expert Committee and the “Public health security and protection from Covid-19 infection map” published at https://covid19.gov.gr/covid-
map/.
More information here:
https://www.filmcommission.gr/hfcnews/covid-19-updated- guidelines-for-safe-film- shoots-sound-recordings/ Lockdown Movement Permit - Instructions to Individuals:
https://forma.gov.gr/en/In summer 2020 Greece has raised the cash rebate to 40%. More information here:
https://www.filmcommission.gr/incentives/40-cash-rebate/ Useful links:
https://forma.gov.gr/en/
https://eody.gov.gr/en/covid-19/
https://www.aia.gr/traveler/travellers-info/faq-for- covid19 The following update was submitted on May 22, 2020 by the Hellenic Film Commission (Greek Film Centre).
Contact:
Venia Vergou, Director
v.vergou@gfc.gr
0030 210 367 8514
Greece is no longer in a state of lock down since May, 4. The country has coped with the pandemic efficiently, rated as one of the countries with the lowest infections and casualties in Europe and has gained praise worldwide for the collaboration between government, health experts and population.
As of May 18th filming resumes in Greece following government COVID-19 related protocolos and according to the country's epidemiological data.
Ensuring safety on set crews are requested to follow the SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR FILMING IN GREECE recommended by the Ministry of Culture and Sports based on the instructions of the Commission COVID-19 experts of the Ministry of Health. More Information here:
https://www.filmcommission.gr/hfcnews/safety-guidelines-for- filming-in-greece/ Ministry of Tourism has announced June 15 as the official starting date of the tourist season with incoming international flights from countries with good epidiomiological data. Direct international flights to all airports in Greek territory are set to resume as of July 1st.
Useful links
https://eody.gov.gr/en/covid-19/
https://www.civilprotection.gr/en/koronoios-covid-19- hrisimes-odigies
https://www.aia.gr/traveler/travellers-info/faq-for- covid19
https://www.ekome.media/news/announcement-by-ekome/ The update immediately below was provided on May 8th, 2020 by the Hellenic Film Commission (Greek Film Centre).
Contact:
Venia Vergou, Director
v.vergou@gfc.gr
0030 210 367 8514
Greece is no longer in a state of lock down since May, 4. No Lock Down Movement Permit is required and different categories of shops are re-opening gradually (i.e. rental equipment companies re-open on May, 11). However, social distancing of 1,5-2 meters, mask wearing and use of hand sanitizer are obligatory and up to two persons are allowed to take a taxi (wearing mask is obligatory).
Opening dates:
Filming of audiovisual productions and theatre reheasrals on May, 18 (locations of filming and theatre rehearsals, if they are closed spaces, must be disinfected everytime before and after filming/rehearsing and regularly ventilated).
Archaeological sites on May, 18 (access to limited amount of people/hour)
Open-air cinema theatres on June, 1 (visitors covering 40% of the capacity of each cinema).
Museums on June, 15 (access to limited amount of people/hour).
Events on open public spaces on July, 15 (visitors covering 40% of the capacity of each space).
Season hotels on June 1.Detailed safety protocol during filming is expected soon.
https://eody.gov.gr/en/covid-19/
https://eody.gov.gr/en/novel-coronavirus-covid-19-advice- for-travellers/
https://www.aia.gr/traveler/travellers-info/faq-for- covid19 The update immediately below was provided on April 22, 2020 by Hellenic Film Commission (Greek Film Centre)
Contact:
Venia Vergou, Directorv.vergou@gfc.gr.
Stavroula Geronimaki, Operations Manager
stavroula.geronimaki@gfc.gr
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
The state of lockdown is extended through April 27 until further notice by the government officials.Instructions for a Lockdown Movement Permit by the General Secretariat for Civil Protection:
https://forma.gov.gr/en/Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes, there are.
Social distancing: 1,5 meter
Travel restrictions and general measures communicated by Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos: https://www.aia.gr/en/traveler/travellers-info/faq-for-covid19
Guidelines with advice for travellers by the National Public Health Organization (EODY): https://eody.gov.gr/en/novel-coronavirus-covid-19-advice-for-travellers/
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Travel restrictions and general measures communicated by Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos:
https://www.aia.gr/en/traveler/travellers-info/faq-for-covid19Guidelines with advice for travelers by the National Public Health Organization (EODY):
https://eody.gov.gr/en/novel-coronavirus-covid-19-advice-for-travellers/Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
There is a limit of gathering of maximum 9 individuals.
Social distancing: 1,5 meter
Shops, schools, cafes, restaurants are closed.
Hellenic Police is responsible to oversee the implementation of the restriction measures.
Fine of 150 euros for each violation.
A movement permit document or SMS is required before individuals exit their homes
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
n.a.Additional Information
The Hellenic Film Commission works from home!
https://www.filmcommission.gr/
EKOME's platform handling applications for the 35% cash rebate scheme in Greece (2 months before the beginning of production) continue to operate normally.
https://www.ekome.media/news/announcement-by-ekome/National Public Health Organization in Greece (EODY):
ICELAND
Guidelines and information pertaining to shooting may be found on the Film in Icleand website:
The information found at the link below has been provided by AFCI Affiliate member Production Service Network:
https://www.productionservicenetwork.com/covid-19-country-production-status
IRELAND
Attached are guidelines provided by the government of Ireland effective June, 2020.
ITALY
Attached are guidelines provided by the government of Italy effective June, 2020.
(informal translation)
Protocol for the protection of workers in the cinema-audiovisual sector
Premise
The parties have come to the formulation of this protocol, to be subjected to the examination and
verification of congruity with the current emergency standards, in order to agree on the operating
methods of the companies in the Cine-audiovisual sector.
This protocol was drawn up keeping in mind the general operating conditions that can reasonably be
found in all work environments.
On the basis of the actual condition of each of the activities detailed below, as well as in the event of
changes to the emergency condition, additions, modifications or anything else that may be more
appropriate may be assessed and / or adopted following new developments of the general and specific
situations.
This document is divided into two parts, with reference to the two macro types of work environment
typical of production and to the specific activities characteristic of each of them:
1. Production offices / production activity preparation
2. Set / troupe / actors and extras
The protocol sets out the prevention and protection activities necessary in each of the aforementioned
work environments / phases, as required by the "Shared protocol for regulating measures to combat and
contain the spread of the Covid-19 virus in the workplace" signed by Government and workers'
organizations on April 24, 2020.
The protocol assumes and considers the presence of:
• RSPP corporate security manager, a figure required by Legislative Decree 81/08, appointed by
the company, who collaborates in drafting the DRV with the figures indicated below;
• Competent company physician, a person envisaged by Legislative Decree 81/08, who
collaborates with RSPP;
• Committee for the application and verification of the rules of the regulatory protocol, which will
include RSPP, COMPETENT DOCTOR, RLS at central or territorial level (Protocol April
24, 2020);
• Safety manager appointed by the RLS workers, another figure provided for by Legislative
Decree 81/08, whose activity can be supported by the RLST (territorial safety representative
appointed by trade unions), also providing advisory support to the figures referred to in the
DL 81/08:
• Health professional and / or operational and emergency support rescuer on set for health
issues;
• Covid representative, the responsible figure within the Committee. He must be chosen from
among the other members of the Committee (RSPP, Medical Officer), alternatively the
Healthcare Professional and / or Rescuer may be appointed for this purpose.
This protocol is subject to updates:
• in compliance with the ordinances of the competent national authorities and any more restrictive
regional ordinances;
• in compliance with the ordinances of the competent health Authorities and any
recommendations from the scientific community, in particular with regard to the choice and
supply of the best health materials and PPE available.
This protocol, in all its parts, refers to the definition of "close contact" of the European Center for Disease
Prevention and Control (ECDC):
• a person living in the same house as a COVID-19 case;
• a person who has had direct physical contact with a COVID-19 case (eg handshake);
• a person who has had unprotected direct contact with the secretions of a COVID-19 case (for
example, touching used paper tissues with bare hands);
• a person who has had direct contact (face to face) with a case of COVID-19, at a distance of less
than 2 meters and lasting longer than 15 minutes;
• a person who has been in a closed environment (for example classroom, meeting room, hospital
waiting room) with a case of COVID-19 for at least 15 minutes, at a distance of less than 2
meters;
• a healthcare professional or other person who provides direct assistance to a case of COVID19
or laboratory staff involved in handling samples of a case of COVID-19 without the use of
recommended PPE or through the use of unsuitable PPE;
• a person who has traveled by sitting in an airplane in the two adjacent seats, in any direction, of
a COVID-19 case, travel companions or assistance persons and crew members assigned to the
section of the aircraft where the index case was seated (if the index case has a severe
symptomatology or has moved within the plane, causing greater passenger exposure, consider
all passengers seated in the same section of the plane or in the whole area as close
contacts).
The epidemiological link may have occurred within a period of 14 days before or after the onset of the
disease in the case under consideration.
This protocol assumes staff training as preliminary and mandatory activity in each of the phases /
environments as distinguished and described below:
Staff training
All the staff of the production offices, of the preparation activities, of the set must receive specific
training on the use of PPE and rules of social distancing. This activity should preferably be developed
remotely (for example webinars or resources already available online) where possible and not through
face to face courses, at least within the limits set out in Legislative Decree 81/08.
A commitment is required to responsibly comply with all provisions to address and contain
the spread of the Covid-19 virus in and outside workplaces.
PART ONE: SPECIFIC RULES FOR PRODUCTION OFFICES / PREPARATION OF
PRODUCTION ACTIVITIES
The activities are organized as follows:
1. General hygiene rules
The following hygiene standards must be maintained in the production offices / preparation rooms
• Make available hydroalcoholic solutions for hand washing.
• Avoid hugs and handshakes.
• Maintaining an interpersonal distance of at least one meter or, where necessary, use of masks
and / or PPE as indicated by the Health Authority.
• Respiratory hygiene (sneezing and / or coughing in a handkerchief (disposable) avoiding contact
of the hands with respiratory secretions).
• Avoid sharing of bottles and glasses.
• Do not touch your eyes, nose and mouth with your hands.
• Cover your mouth and nose if you sneeze or cough.
• Clean the surfaces daily with chlorine or alcohol based disinfectants.
• Avoid gatherings in common areas (for example in the canteen or other break areas).
• Eat meals keeping a distance of at least one meter.
• Avoid meetings unless strictly necessary. In case it is necessary to hold a meeting, keep a
distance of at least one meter between the participants and / or PPE as indicated by the Health
Authority
2. Use of DPs
• Adequate PPE must be provided to staff. These include:
o surgical masks;
o disposable gloves.
• The use of specific PPE, as indicated by the Health Authority, is mandatory if situations of close
contact occur and it is not possible to maintain an interpersonal distance of at least one
meter.
• The use of disposable gloves is mandatory in specific contexts, such as personnel in charge of
cleaning rooms or catering or in the use of shared objects, such as work tools.
• Disposable gloves must be changed whenever they get dirty and properly disposed of in
unsorted municipal waste.
• Disposable gloves should be changed whenever they come in contact with the mouth, nose and
eyes.
• It is absolutely advisable to use contact tracing apps ("immune" apps or apps recommended by
regional authorities).
3. Indoor environment management and sanitization of spaces
For the management of indoor environments, refer to the document produced by the ISS and available
at https://www.iss.it/documents/20126/0/Rapporto+ISS+COVID-19+n.+20_2020.pdf/2877483a -49cf9e41-a173-03e9ab18f00e? T = 1589185558757 .
We guarantee:
• a good exchange of air in all environments where workstations and staff are present, opening the
various openings more frequently: windows and balconies.
• Daily cleaning of the most frequently touched surfaces (eg doors, handles, windows, glass,
tables, light switches, toilets, taps, sinks, desks, chairs, passenger handles, keys, keyboards,
remote controls, printers, vending machines ) by using soap and water and / or with 75%
ethyl alcohol and subsequently with a 0.5% diluted sodium hypochlorite solution.
• In buildings equipped with specific ventilation systems (Controlled Mechanical Ventilation,
CMV) that move air through a motor / fan and allow the exchange of the air of a building
with the outside, it is advisable to keep active the input and extraction of the air 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week (possibly with a decrease in ventilation rates during the night when the
building is not used).
• In buildings equipped with specific ventilation systems (Controlled Mechanical Ventilation), the
air recirculation function must be totally eliminated to avoid the possible transport of
pathogens.
• The sanitization of the rooms must be carried out every time a SARS-COV2 test shows positive
has for a person who has had access to the rooms (internal or external workers), in the last 9
days, upon the first use of the environment, and carried out periodically based on the type of
location.
4. Outdoor environment management
• No specific indications are required for the management of outdoor environments, nor is
sanitization procedure necessary, unless specific different needs are required. Mobile vehicles
are considered indoor environments.
• It is however advisable to carry out daily cleaning of the most frequently touched surfaces (for
example tables, furniture, toilets) by using water and soap and / or with 75% ethyl alcohol
and subsequently with a diluted 0.5% sodium hypochlorite solution.
5. Symptomatology - Personal
• The presence of a body CT> 37.5, as well as the presence of symptoms compatible with
COVID-19 (cough, fever, flu symptoms) must preclude access to the offices and other
interested environments.
• The detection of fever or symptoms compatible with COVID-19 in a staff member must lead,
where possible and according to the procedures laid down by the health authority, to the
execution of a SARS-COV2 test and isolation of the person with symptoms awaiting the
result of the swab, as per the instructions of the Health Authority.
• Reintegration into service is to be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the competent company
doctor.
6. Swabs
The assessment of whether to perform swabs for SARS-COV2 should only be reserved to the competent
medical staff and must follow the ministerial indications issued by the ISS . In general, the execution of
the swabs must be reserved for personnel who:
• Have had close contact (see definition above) with a person with COVID-19 in the past 14
days.
• Have had close contact in the past 14 days with a person with COVID-19 compatible symptoms
who has not performed SARS-COV2 swab.
• Have contracted COVID-19 infection documented by swab and have no confirmation by the
health laboratory of recovery (negativite swab for SARS-COV2 repeated after 24 hours).
• Presents or has had COVID-19 compatible symptoms in the past 14 days and has no
documentation of SARS-COV2 negative swab.
7. External access
• Access by external persons must be limited to cases of absolute necessity.
• Prerequisites for access by external persons must be their certification to the effect that they
have not presented symptoms compatible with COVID-19 in the last 14 days and that they
have not had close contacts in the last 14 days with a person with COVID-19 as well as
measuring body temperature.
8. Canteen and common spaces
• Access to common spaces, including company canteens, must be organized with the provision
of continuous ventilation of the premises, a reduced stationary time within these spaces and
with the maintenance of the safety distance of one meter among the people therein.
• Periodic sanitisation and daily cleaning must be guaranteed with special detergents in the
canteen rooms, on the keyboards of the drink and snack dispensers.
• Buffet consumption of food or drinks is never allowed.
9. Transportation of materials
• The personnel responsible for the transport of the material is to be considered in all respects as
the other operators of the office / preparation / construction site activity and for this reason
must follow the recommendations contained in this part of the document.
10. Procedure to be followed in the event of symptoms or positivity to a staff member's swab
• The presence of COVID-19 compatible symptoms (fever, cough or flu-like symptoms) in a staff
member should lead to:
o preclude access to the workplace for that person;
o and according to the procedures laid down by the health authority, performing a
SARS-COV2 swab and isolating the person with symptoms pending the outcome of the
swab.
• Positivity to the SARS-COV2 swab in a staff member should lead to:
o preclude access to the workplace for that person;
o fiduciary isolation;
o execution of swabs for all those in close contact (see definition above);
o preclude access to work environments from close contacts pending the result of
the swab;
o sanitizing of offices and all indoor work environments;
• reintegration will be possible upon recovery (negative swab for SARS-COV2 repeated after 24
hours).
• If a member of staff is in close contact (contact with a person positive to COVID-19 in the last
14 days) it is advisable to:
o preclude access to the workplace for that person;
o execution of swab for SARS-COV2 and isolation.
11. Competent company doctor
The competent company doctor, in consultation with the 'Committee for the application and verification
of the rules of the regulatory protocol', has the following functions:
• Ensure the execution of the training activity referred to in the premise, which will be
handled by the Covid manager;
• Ensure compliance with the spacing procedures, use of PPE, isolation and testing of
suspects as provided for in this document, activities that will be carried out by the Covid
Manager;
• Manage symptomatic or positive cases for COVID-19;
• Authorize the reintegration into the workplace of personnel with symptoms compatible
with COVID-19 or with previous COVID-19 infection (prolonged absence);
• inform / train workers on the risk of contagion from SARS-CoV-2 and on the
precautions put in place by the company.
SECOND PART: SPECIFIC RULES FOR SET / TROUPE / ACTORS AND EXTRAS
The activities are organized as follows:
1. Staff training
In addition to the general training for all staff, direct and individual training to staff and artists who
present difficulties in the use of PPE may be performed on the set by the staff designated by the
Committee for the application and verification of the rules of the protocol of regulation 'present at the
time of filming, at least within the limits of Legislative Decree 81/08.
The use of contact tracing apps , such as the "Immuni" app, when available, is strongly recommended .
2. General hygiene rules
On the set it is necessary to maintain the following hygiene rules:
• Make available hydroalcoholic solutions for hand washing.
• Avoid hugs and handshakes.
• Maintenance of the interpersonal distance of at least one meter and use of masks as per the
disposition of the Health Authority.
• Respiratory hygiene (sneezing and/or coughing in a handkerchief avoiding hand contact with
respiratory secretions).
• Avoid the sharing of bottles and glasses.
• Do not touch your eyes, nose and mouth with your hands.
• Cover your mouth and nose if you sneeze or cough.
• Clean the surfaces daily with chlorine or alcohol based disinfectants.
• Avoid gatherings in common areas (for example the canteen and common areas).
• Eat meals keeping a distance of at least one meter.
3. Use of PPE
The staff must be provided with adequate PPE, based on the specificity of their work, in addition to the
provisions of Legislative Decree 81/08 and according to the indications specified below.
If the work requires an interpersonal distance of less than one meter, it is necessary to use masks and / or
other PPE compliant with the provisions of the scientific and health authorities
• The use of surgical masks on the set is mandatory.
• The use of disposable gloves is reserved for specific contexts, such as cleaning or catering staff or in
the use of shared objects, such as work tools.
• Disposable gloves must be changed every time they get dirty and properly disposed of in unsorted
municipal waste.
• Disposable gloves should be changed whenever they come in contact with the mouth, nose and
eyes.
• The safety gloves, intended for particular activities, will be sanitized daily, and whenever they come
into contact with the eyes, nose and mouth.
• The use of disposable gloves and FFP2 / FFP3 masks and face shields is mandatory in the case of
professionals for whom close contact, in particular with the cast, is connected to the performance
itself (make-up artists, hairdressers, microphones), costume assistants, seamstresses, set makers
etc.). Any further provisions that may be issued by the Health Authorities will be
implemented.
• Work activities and/or preparations on the cast that cannot be carried out with the use of gloves will
be reduced to a minimum and will be carried out with the due hygienic safety measures according
to the current indications of the Health Authority.
• All disposable PPE must be properly disposed of in unsorted waste after use.
4. Indoor environment management and set sanitization
For the management of indoor environments, refer to the document produced by the ISS and available at
https://www.iss.it/documents/20126/0/Rapporto+ISS+COVID-19+n.+5_2020+indoor.pdf
To be ensured:
• good air exchange in all environments where workstations and personnel are present by opening the
various openings more frequently: windows and balconies. The change of air must take into
account the number of workers present, the type of activity carried out and the length of stay in
the workplace. During the natural exchange of air, it is advisable to avoid creating uncomfortable
/ discomfort conditions (drafts or excessive cold / heat) for staff in the workplace.
• Daily cleaning of the most frequently touched surfaces (eg doors, handles, windows, glass, tables,
light switches, toilets, taps, sinks, desks, chairs, passenger handles, keys, keyboards, remote
controls, printers, vending machines ) by using soap and water and / or with 75% ethyl alcohol
and subsequently with a 0.5% diluted sodium hypochlorite solution.
• In buildings equipped with specific ventilation systems (Controlled Mechanical Ventilation) that
move air through a motor / fan and allow the exchange of the air of a building with the outside, it
is advisable to keep active the input and extraction of the air 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
(possibly with a decrease in ventilation rates during the night when the building is not used).
• In buildings equipped with specific ventilation systems (Controlled Mechanical Ventilation), the air
recirculation function must be totally eliminated to avoid the possible transport of pathogens.
• The sanitization of the set must be performed obligatorily:
- When first entering a room, and before shooting starts in any new room.
- At the end of the daily shooting.
- Each time COVID-19 compatible symptoms are found (cough, fever, flu symptoms) or
positivity to the SARS-COV2 swab is detected in an operator on set.
Outdoor set management
For the management of the outdoor sets, there are no specific indications, nor is it necessary to sanitize,
except for specific needs. Mobile vehicles are considered indoor environments.
• It is however advisable to carry out daily cleaning of the most frequently touched surfaces (for
example tables, furniture, toilets) by using water and soap and / or with 75% ethyl alcohol and
subsequently with a diluted 0.5% sodium hypochlorite solution.
• The semi-closed positions, "gazebo video village, etc." must be sanitized daily.
Personnel and cast transportation
• Staff are advised to use their own vehicles.
• The number of individuals transported on common means must allow the maintenance of adequate
distance between people,
• The transport of the main cast will be carried out with means that are the exclusive use of the
production.
• It is recommended that all the artistic cast use transportation means that guarantee maximum
safety. If this is not possible, the production will evaluate specific intervention methods.
• The drivers, being an integral part of the crew, will have to follow the same protocol.
• The vehicles must be sanitized after each transport.
7. Catering
• Workers will have to keep the spacing of at least one meter during breaks.
• Multiple craft and catering workstations must be set up, both for the distribution of food and for
their consumption, distinct between cast, crew and extras. If necessary, alternate breaks will be
applied.
• The catering areas must be sanitized daily and the cleaning of the premises and the keyboards of the
drink and snack vending machines must be guaranteed.
• Disposable compostable plates and cutlery and pre-portioned meals must be used.
• The buffet consumption of food or drinks is never allowed.
8. Relations with suppliers
• In order to reduce the possibility of contact with the staff, access to external suppliers must be
regulated by identifying ad hoc procedures for each location.
• the drivers of the means of transport must remain within the means of transport or in their
immediate vicinity.
• Delivery must take place in a filter area.
• The transported material must be sanitized before use.
• Employees who must go to the suppliers' premises must use the standard PPE. Disposable gloves
will need to be replaced before entering the set.
9. Stage costumes
In order to limit the risk of transmission of the infection, the stage costumes will be individual and not
shared by the individual actors / extras, until they have been sanitized.
10. Makeup and hairstyle tools, microphones, scene materials and props.
In order to limit the risk of transmission of the infection it is necessary that the tools used to make up,
heir-do and mike the actors are disposable or for the exclusive use of the individual components of the
cast or sanitized after each use and at the end of the day.
11. Specific provisions for the cast
The actors on stage who cannot operate in compliance with the safety distances established by the
Government and the Health Authorities, as reported in the DVR assessed and approved in advance by the
competent doctor, before the start of filming, based on the specificity of the project and / or
the characteristics of the scenes:
• will undergo the most reliable scientific tests to ascertain the health conditions, to exclude the
positivity to COVID-19, immediately before the beginning of the filming that concern them.
• will repeat these tests at least weekly, even in the absence of symptoms.
• undertake to respect responsibly all measures to address and contain the spread of the Covid-19
virus in and outside workplaces.
12. Interactions between actors and staff
• The actors must have a fitting room or a suitable space, for exclusive use, to be used during the
work breaks and as a dressing room. This space will be sanitized every time it is destined for a
different actor.
• The actors must use appropriate masks when not on stage, or not engaged in make-up or hairstyle
activities.
• The actors on stage and the crew members will have to keep a safe distance during the acting. These
distances should also be maintained between the actors themselves, where possible.
13. Extras on set
Scenes involving the use of extras, if they too are unable to use personal protective equipment, must be
reduced to the minimum necessary.
In scenes where the use of extras is essential, all precautions will be taken:
• where possible, they must go to the set ready for filming, without interaction with the costume,
make-up and hairstyle departments.
• When on stage, the safety distance between extras, between extras and actors, between extras and
the crew must always be respected, where possible.
• If scenes are foreseen in which it is not possible to guarantee the safety distance between the extras,
or between the extras and the cast, preventive tests will be provided for the extras involved, in
order to verify any positivity to Covid-19.
• When not on stage, they must respect the same security protocol as the crew members.
14. Personal control on the set
• It is advisable to check the CT daily at entry and exit of the personnel on the set by using a thermoscanner.
• The presence of a body CT> 37.5, as well as the presence of symptoms compatible with COVID-19
(cough, fever, flu symptoms) must preclude access to the set.
• The finding of fever or symptoms compatible with COVID-19 in a staff member on the set should
lead to:
- preclude access to the set of the person in question
- execution of a SARS-COV2 swab and isolation of the person with symptoms pending the
outcome of the swab;
- sanitization of the set.
• The recommendations of the point above are to be considered applicable also in the situation in
which the symptoms are developed at home.
15. Personal evaluation set before shooting
• The competent doctor will apply the indications of the Health Authorities.
• The competent doctor, in consideration of his role in risk assessment and health monitoring,
may suggest the adoption of any diagnostic means if deemed useful in order to contain
the spread of the virus and the health of workers.
• The competent doctor will make communications to the company regarding the suitability
for the specific task.
• The competent doctor will make other communications that are mandatory to the competent
bodies.
• The execution of swabs must follow the recommendations of the Health Authority and must be
reserved primarily for personnel who:
oHave had close contact (see definition above) with a person with COVID-19 in the past
14 days;
oHave had close contact in the past 14 days with a person with COVID-19 compatible
symptoms who has not performed the SARS-COV2 swab;
oHave contracted COVID-19 infection documented by swab and have no laboratory
confirmation of successful recovery (negative swab for SARS-COV2 repeated after 24
hours);
oHave or have had COVID-19 compatible symptoms in the past 14 days and do not have
documentation of SARS-COV2 negative swab.
• In case of availability and authorization by the Health Authority, the execution of swabs will be
extended as preventive assessment of the personnel on the set even in the absence of the conditions
mentioned above. This evaluation will be repeated weekly.
• Furthermore, in the presence of serological tests certified as reliable, their execution is
recommended for the staff on the set and its repetition at least every fortnight.
16. Procedure in case of symptoms or positivity to the swab of a member of the set staff
The presence of COVID-19 compatible symptoms (fever, cough or flu-like symptoms) in a person
operating on set should lead to:
• preclude access to the set of that person;
• execution of SARS-COV2 swab and isolation of the person with symptoms pending the outcome
of the swab;
• sanitization of the set;
• the positivity to the swab for SARS-COV2 in a person operating on the set must lead to
preclude access to the set of that person;
• execution of swabs for all those in close contact (see definition above);
• preclude access to the set by close contacts pending the result of the swab;
• sanitization of the set;
• reintegration into the staff will be possible after recovery (negative swab for SARS-COV2
repeated after 24 hours);
If one of the people working on the set is in close contact (contact occurred outside the set), it is advisable
to:
• preclude access to the set of that person;
• execution of swab for SARS-COV2 and isolation.
17. Competent company doctor
The company doctor in consultation with the 'Committee for the application and verification of the rules
of the regulatory protocol' has the following functions:
• Ensure the execution of the training activity referred to in point 1, which will be supervised by the
Covid Manager;
• Ensure compliance with the spacing procedures, use of PPE (activities that will be carried out by
the Covid Manager) isolation and testing of suspects as provided for in this document;
• Manage symptomatic or positive cases for COVID-19;
• Authorize the reintegration into the workplace of personnel with symptoms compatible with
COVID-19 or with previous COVID-19 infection (prolonged absence).
18. DVR, Training
For the purposes of the realization of the DVR for any specific department that could occur in the
different processing stages, the summary tables for the various processing stages are attached to this
document.
For any more complex processes, the preparation of specific department protocols is recommended.
Rome, May 27, 2020
Signatories adherent
The following information was submitted on March 19, 2020 by the Roma Lazio Film Commission.
Contact:
Tina Bianchi
bianchi@romalaziofilmcommission.it
3464968920
http://www.romalaziofilmcommission.it/
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
Yes
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
www.esteri.it
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Entire Italy
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Yes, 3 meters between each other. Max 4 people in one room
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
All the areas
MALTA
The following information was submitted on March 23, 2020 by the Malta Film Commission
Contact:
Julian Guillaumier
julian.guillaumier@mfc.com.mt
+356 9967 4157
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
The Government of Malta, through the responsible authority Transport Malta, has announced the decision to suspend all inbound flights until further notice.
The suspension comes into effect as from Saturday 21st March 2020 at 1am.
Persons entering Malta from any country in the world have to go into mandatory quarantine for 14 days, and will now be liable to a fine of 3000 euro for each breach of this obligation.
The Government will keep following COVID-19 updates hour by hour and take the necessary measures to restrict the spread of Coronavirus in Malta.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Yes, as above.
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
The limits imposed for mass congregations currently stands at 2,000 people for outdoors and 750 people for indoors.
The Government however, has imposed the closure of places open to the public as per the legal notice attached below.
http://www.justiceservices.gov.mt/DownloadDocument.aspx?app=lp&itemid=30003&l=1
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
The Government has imposed the closure of places open to the public, therefore various locations will be temporarily closed and shut down to filming.
The Malta Film Commission can assist in contacting any locations so as to check the current status of operation and/or restriction.
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
For the latest updates relating to COVID-19 in Malta, you may access the following link: https://covid19malta.info/
THE NETHERLANDS
The following update was submitted on April 8, 2021 by the Netherlands Film Commission.
Contact:
Bas van der Ree
bas@filmcommission.nl
Is your Region/country open for production?
Yes
Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region?
If Dutch funding is involved, yes.
Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region?
Yes: The inbound travel requirements are very strict. Please click here for more information.
Is there Covid testing available for productions?
Yes
Please click here for the latest Covid Protocol Guide.
PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following update was submitted on January 15, 2021 by the Netherlands Film Commission.
Contact:
Bas van der Ree
bas@filmcommission.nl
Is your region/country open for Production?
yes
Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region?
no
Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region?
yes
Is there COVID testing available for productions?
yes
For more information regarding protocols, please see the attached document:
Netherlands Covid Protocal 1-15-21
PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following update was submitted on December 16, 2020 by the Netherlands Film Commission.
Contact:
Bas van der Ree
bas@filmcommission.nlPlease see the attached documents for the latest guidelines and standards for any production taking place in the Netherlands effective December, 2020.
Netherlands Covid Protocol Audio Visual
Netherlands- Annex - Protocol
Netherlands Tookit- Covid
he following update was submitted on June 22, 2020 by the Netherlands Film Commission.
Contact:
Bas van der Ree
bas@filmcommission.nlFor the tales protocols for filming in the Netherlands, please see the following links:
Netherlands Covid-19 Protocol for the Audiovisual Sector: https://producentenalliantie.nl/siteAssets/images/0/2._20200529_COVID_19_Protocol_AV_sector_v2.0_PROTOCOL_ENG_def.pdf
Indicative Risk Assessment Table: https://producentenalliantie.nl/siteAssets/images/0/3._20200529_COVID_19_Protocol_AV_sector_v2.0_ANNEX_ENG_Risk_assessment_table_def.pdf
Toolkit Version 2.1 https://producentenalliantie.nl/siteAssets/images/0/TOOLKIT_COVID_19_audiovisuele_sector_versie_2.1_ENGELS.pdf
The following update was submitted on April 22, 2020 by the Netherlands Film Commission.
Contact:
Bas van der Ree
bas@filmcommission.nlIs there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
As of March 16, 2020, gatherings and events in public are strictly prohibited in the Netherlands until May 19.Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
The Netherlands and Schengen Area closed its borders to persons from outside Europe traveling for non-essential purposes until May 14. KLM reduced worldwide flying activities by more than 75% https://www.government.nl/Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Travel restrictions are in place:
life-saving and crucial professions may travel
people who cannot work at home and absolutely need to work outside such as hospitals, public services, cleaners and factories, etc. are allowed to travel. Social distancing: 1,5 meter (5 feet)
One may travel, but non-essential traveling is asked to not be done.
Urgent governmental request: STAY AT HOME!
https://www.government.nl/
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
A maximum of three visitors are allowed in homes;
A maximum of two people are allowed in the public space;
Supermarkets and shops (that currently remain open) have guidelines of how many people may enter at once;
Physical distancing is is: 1,5 meter (5 feet)
Restaurants, cafés, museums, theaters and concert halls are closed. are closed.
Get updates at: https://www.government.nl/
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
n.a.Additional Information
When close to other people, you can either be infected or infect others.
STAY SAFE and KEEP DISTANCE!
NORWAY
The following update was submitted on December 22, 2020 2020 by the Oslo Film Commission.
Contact:
Adrian Mitchell
Head of Film Commission
adrian@oslofilm.no
+47 92080882
https://www.oslofilm.no/
Norway
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
NO
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country? If yes, please provide details including links to official sites and information on quarantine measures.
Yes. A 10 day quarantine apply for all foreign citizens. Please see national advise and regulations: https://www.regjeringen.no/en/aktuelt/stay-at-home-have-as-little-social-contact-as-possible/id2783763/
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction? If yes, please provide details including links to official sites.
NO
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?If yes, please provide details including links to official sites.
Outdoor events (inc. film production) in public places are limited to 200 people with social distances (1 meter). The film crew have exemption from the total crowd number.
LINK: https://www.oslo.kommune.no/english/coronavirus/advice-and-rules-in-the-city-of-oslo/#toc-1
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming (if production is shut down, you need not answer this question).
NO
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
NOTE: Film production is considered normal work, and thus can be executed in a safe environment following the regulations concerning distance and safe handling of personnel, equipment and location.
ADDITIONAL INFO
National Production Guide: https://www.virke.no/bransjer/produsentforeningen/guide/
City of Oslo: Advise and regulations: https://www.oslo.kommune.no/english/coronavirus/advice-and-rules-in-the-city-of-oslo/#toc-1
National advise and regulations: https://www.regjeringen.no/en/aktuelt/stay-at-home-have-as-little-social-contact-as-possible/id2783763/
The following update was submitted on December 14, 2020 2020 by the Oslo Film Commission.
Contact:
Adrian Mitchell
Head of Film Commission
adrian@oslofilm.no
+47 92080882
https://www.oslofilm.no/
Norway
Recent updates on local/ national COVID-19 related measures
NOTE: Film production is considered normal work, and thus can be executed in a safe environment following the regulations concerning distance and safe handling of personnel, equipment and location.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction? No
Are there restrictions on travel to Norway? Yes. A 10 day quarantine apply for all foreign citizens (see national regulations and guidelines below)
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place? Outdoor events (inc. film production) in public places are limited to 200 people with social distances (1 meter). The film crew have exemption from the total crowd number.
LINK: https://www.oslo.kommune.no/english/coronavirus/advice-and-rules-in-the-city-of-oslo/#toc-1
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming? No
ADDITIONAL INFO
National Production Guide: https://www.virke.no/bransjer/produsentforeningen/guide/
City of Oslo: Advise and regulations: https://www.oslo.kommune.no/english/coronavirus/advice-and-rules-in-the-city-of-oslo/#toc-1
National advise and regulations: https://www.regjeringen.no/en/aktuelt/stay-at-home-have-as-little-social-contact-as-possible/id2783763/
The following update was submitted on July 28, 2020 2020 by the
Western Norway Film Commission.
Contact:
Sigmund Elias Holm
sigmund@wnfc.no
+47 9714 9153
The following update was submitted on April 27, 2020 by the
Western Norway Film Commission.
Contact:
Sigmund Elias Holm
sigmund@wnfc.no
+47 9714 9153
| Norway now cautiously resumes local production. The official Covid-19 guidelines to film production in Norway can be accessed at the link below, developed by the Film Industry Council (which consists of the Virke Norwegian Producers’ Association, the Norwegian Filmmakers' Association, the Directors Guild of Norway, the Writers Guild of Norway, and the Norwegian Actors' Equity Association). |
POLAND
The following update was submitted on May 21, 2020 by the Polish Film Institute / Polish Film Institute
Contact:
Anna E. Dziedzic
+48663499799
dziedzic@filmcommissionpoland.pl
http://www.filmcommissionpoland.pl
| The guidelines for the safe shooting has been published by the Polish Ministry of Culture and National Heritage (https://www.gov.pl/web/ https://pisf.pl/en/ |
The following update was provided on May 15th, 2020 by the Polish Film Institute / Polish Film Institute
Film Commission Poland / Polish Film Institute
Contact:
Anna E. Dziedzic
+48663499799
dziedzic@filmcommissionpoland.pl
http://www.filmcommissionpoland.pl
The film production in Poland will be resumed with safety precautions from 18th May. On resuming film sets it is recommended that all team members work in facemasks, as long as this does not prevent them from effectively performing their tasks and duties. Exceptions include actors due to their characterization and hairstyles - in this case, it is recommended that they maintain distance from other crew members. It is also recommended to limit the number of people on the set depending on the nature of the shooting day and to arrange the crew in such a way as not to create larger clusters, for example by separating particular zones.
The more detailed safety guidelines will be published soon, please follow the website of the Polish Film Institute, the main funding body in the country, for updates: www.pisf.pl
Also drive-in and outdoor cinemas can operate from 18th of May while maintaining social distance. Regular cinemas remain closed.
Restrictions still in place:
- international flights: suspended until 23rd May
- international rail: suspended until further notice
- ban on gatherings and events: until further notice
* excluding workplace, however, employees will have to provide additional security measures to their employees
- obligation to cover the mouth and nose in public places: until further notice
- when outside 2 meters is a minimum distance between pedestrians: until further notice
- crossing Polish borders by foreigners: suspended until 12th June, cargo transport operates as usual.
Government website with temporary limitations in English: https://www.gov.pl/web/
The information immediately below was provided on March 30, 2020 by Polish Film Institute / Polish Film Institute
Film Commission Poland / Polish Film Institute
Contact:
Anna E. Dziedzic
+48663499799
dziedzic@filmcommissionpoland.pl
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
Film production is not prohibited but as there's a ban on gatherings bigger than 2 people it is practically impossible.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Polish borders are currently closed (from 15th March at least until 13th April with a possible extension). There are no international flights. There's a compulsory 14 days quarantine for those who come back to the country. Cargo transport works normally. https://www.gov.pl/web/coronavirus/travel
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
All individuals shall stay home, commuting to work and travelling is allowed only if necessary (like a medical appointment, helping elders, work which cannot be done from home, grocery shopping).
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
There's a ban on gatherings bigger than 2 people. Also, there are restrictions concerning the minimal distance that should be kept between individuals when outside - 2 metres, in the office - at least 1,5 metres.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming (if production is shut down, you need not answer this question).
The audiovisual production in the country is currently suspended.
Additional Information
There will be changes (currently proceeded) in the cash rebate scheme due to coronavirus outbreak. Please check the www.pisf.pl and www.filmcommissionpoland.pl for the updates.
PORTUGAL
The following information was submitted on May 13, 2020 by the Portugal Film Commission.
Contact:
Manuel Claro, Film Commissioner
Manuel.Claro@portugalfilmcommission.com
The Portugal Film Commission, in the context of the current pandemic situation of COVID-19, based on the recommendations of the Portuguese Directorate-General for Health (DGS), and in collaboration with the Portuguese Film and Audiovisual Institute and with the national producers associations, published a manual with basic guidelines to help all those who plan, work or participate in filming in Portugal.
This manual can be consulted at: http://picportugal.com/en/news-3/139-covid-19-guidelines-for-filming-in-portugal-covid-19-orientacoes-para-filmar-em-portugal .html
SLOVAKIA
The following update was submitted on February 8, 2021 by the Slovak Film Commission
Contact:
Zuzana Bielikova
Film Commissioner
zuzana.bielikova@filmcommission.sk
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The following update was submitted on April 27, 2020 by the Slovak Film Commission
Contact:
Zuzana Bielikova
Film Commissioner
zuzana.bielikova@filmcommission.sk
+421 905 360 033
Artists have been given an exception from wearing masks - as of May 11th, 2020 the film production can continue.
New regulations of the Public Health Authority regarding wearing face-masks for performing artists:
Artists have been given an exception from wearing masks. They do not have to wear them while recording an audiovisual piece or when producing a programme, and when performing. It is necessary to observe certain measures, though. This includes:
having a negative PCR test for the coronavirus that is no older than four days, and if the performance continues, having the same test done once every 14 days;
keeping at least 2-metre distance between artists and other people present; the distance does not have to be kept between artists;
ensure hand disinfection for artists and other people present during the artistic activity;
ensure the regular disinfection of the premises where the artistic activity is performed and, if held indoors, ensure regular ventilation;
prevent people with a body temperature higher than 37 degrees Celsius or other coronavirus symptoms from entering the premises.
The costs incurred and covered in connection with the respective regulations of the Public Health Authority will be considered eligible costs within the realization of projects by Audiovisual Fund.
See:
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The following update was provided on April 27th, 2020, by Slovak Film Commission
Contact:
Zuzana Bielikova
Film Commissioner
zuzana.bielikova@filmcommission.sk
+421 905 360 033
While the country is in lockdown, our office continues to work and is ready to assist you:
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Our incentives programme is running without interruptionand we encourage the producers to keep on registering upcoming projects as the Slovak Audiovisual Fund continues to accept the applications,
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Cash rebate is being paid without any delays,
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Slovak Audiovisual Fund does not foresee lowering the cash rebate in any near future which was also confirmed in the new government's program statement which emphasized the need to continue attracting foreign film investors to film in Slovakia,
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Our location managers are ready to offer online location scoutingso you can continue or start your preparations for your films, TV series or commercials!
Don’t wait until the borders will be open again and register for the 33% cash rebate on expenses spent on film or TV production in Slovakia.
There was declared the state of emergency in Slovakia on March 11th and strict measures were taken to avoid the spread of COVID-19. However, filming is not banned, so after the government introduced a plan for lifting the lock down, filmmakers have started filming smaller projects and preparing for the bigger ones under strict hygienic restrictions (wearing protective face masks on set, hand disinfection, social distancing between the crew memebers, disinfection of the set and equipment, etc.).
We believe that thanks to a good response to the applied rules and good health care in Slovakia, we will be able to continue controlling the virus and thus getting back to normal sooner than expected. We are looking forward welcoming you back to Slovakia with your exciting projects very soon!
The information immediately below was provided on March 30, 2020 by Slovak Film Commission
Contact:
Zuzana Bielikova
Film Commissioner
zuzana.bielikova@filmcommission.sk
+421 905 360 033
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
no
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes, People with a permanent or temporary domicile in the Slovak Republic who return to Slovakia from abroad will be obliged to remain in quarantine for 14 days
https://www.mzv.sk/web/en/news/current_issues/-/asset_publisher/lrJ2tDuQdEKp/content/opatrenia-na-zamedzenie-sirenia-ochorenia-covid-19-v-sr/10182?p_p_auth=fLk3Pf0q&_101_INSTANCE_lrJ2tDuQdEKp_redirect=%2Fweb%2Fen
http://www.uvzsr.sk/en/index.php/documents/34-public-order-announcing-issuance-of-decision-on-direction-of-the-measure-on-prevention-of-origination-and-spread-of-communicable-disease-covid-19
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Yes.
https://www.mzv.sk/web/en/news/current_issues/-/asset_publisher/lrJ2tDuQdEKp/content/opatrenia-na-zamedzenie-sirenia-ochorenia-covid-19-v-sr/10182?p_p_auth=fLk3Pf0q&_101_INSTANCE_lrJ2tDuQdEKp_redirect=%2Fweb%2Fen
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
no
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
yes, almost all that governed by state officialities (castles, parks, mansions, museums, etc.)
SWEDEN
The following information was submitted on March 19, 2020 by the Southern Sweden Film Commission.
Contact:
Mikael Svensson
mikael@filmiskane.se
+46707163202
https://filmiskane.se/
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes into Europe but not within Europe.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Public employees are not allowed to travel outside my region. Includes the film commission.
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Right now more than 500.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
No
NORTH AMERICA
Bahamas
The following information was submitted on June 25, 2020 by the Bahamas Film & Television Commission.
Contact:
Clarence Rolle, General Manager
242-422-6963
The following information was submitted on June 11, 2020 by the Bahamas Film & Television Commission.
Contact:
Clarence Rolle, General Manager
242-422-6963
Costa Rica
The information found at the link below has been provided by AFCI Affiliate member Production Service Network:
https://www.productionservicenetwork.com/covid-19-country-production-status
Cuba
The following information was received April 5, 2021 by the Asociatión Cubana del Audiovisual.
Contact:
Adriana Escalante
The guidelines for production during the Covid 19 pandemic are changing daily throughout Cuba. Some cities are experiencing a total lock-down, others have extended more liberal directives.
For assistance and the most up-to-date information regarding production in Cuba, please contact the office directly at: info@filmcommissioncuba.org
Dominica
The following update was received on February 1, 2021 by the Discover Dominica Authority/Dominica Film Office.
Contact:
Daphne Vidal, Project Officer
| filmdominica@dominica.dm |
| (767) 255-8206 |
| Is your region/country open for Production? | |
| Yes | |
| Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? | |
| No | |
| Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? | |
| Travellers must have a PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival into Dominica. The quarantine period for travellers coming from medium and high risk countries is 7 days if the PCR test is negative when taken on day 5. For more information visit https://discoverdominica.com/ |
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| Is there COVID testing available for productions? | |
| Testing can be done at the national lab located at the main hospital. | |
| Do you have a PDF or jpg/png you'd like to share? Upload it here: | |
PREVIOUS UPDATES
Is your region/country open for Production? Yes Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? No Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? Travellers must have a PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival into Dominica. The quarantine period for travellers coming from medium and high risk countries is 7 days if the PCR test is negative when taken on day 5. Is there COVID testing available for productions? Testing can be done at the national lab located at the main hospital. Do you have a PDF or jpg/png you'd like to share? Upload it here: The following update was received on January 4, 2021 by the Dominica Film Office.
Contact:
Daphne Vidal, Project Officer
The following update was received on February 1, 2021 by the Discover Dominica Authority/Dominica Film Office.
Contact:
Daphne Vidal, Project Officer
| filmdominica@dominica.dm |
| (767) 255-8206 |
Is your region/country open for Production? Yes Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? No Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? Travellers must have a PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival into Dominica. The quarantine period for travellers coming from medium and high risk countries is 7 days if the PCR test is negative when taken on day 5. Is there COVID testing available for productions? Testing can be done at the national lab located at the main hospital. Do you have a PDF or jpg/png you'd like to share? Upload it here: PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following update was received on January 4, 2021 by the Dominica Film Office.
Contact:
Daphne Vidal, Project Officer
filmdominica@dominica.dm
(767) 255-8206 Is your region/country open for Production?
Yes, Dominica is open for production
Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region?
Pandemic insurance is not currently available for filming in Dominica. Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region?
Yes. Visitors coming from high risk countries must be quarantined until day 5, then a PCR test is taken. Results are usually returned within 24-48 hours and if the test is negative, visitors are free to move around unrestricted, but following national health and safety protocols. Additional details can be found at https://cdn.discoverdominica.
com/production/20201119110042- travelprotocols-portrait-rv8- nov8.pdf Is there COVID testing available for productions?
COVID tests are done at the national laboratory. Appointments can be made by calling 767 611 3905. Tests costs US$40 per test and results are usually available within 48 hours
The following update was submitted November 30, 2020, by the Dominica Film Office.
Contact:
Daphne Vidal, Project Officer
filmdominica@dominica.dm
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No there is not
The following update was submitted September 14, 2020, by the Dominica Film Office.
Contact:
Daphne Vidal, Project Officer
filmdominica@dominica.dm
Dominica's requirements for entry have been updated. The link to the new entry requirements is provided below. Requirements are different for persons arriving from countries designated as low, medium and high risk for the COVID-19 pandemic.Link to updated entry requirements: https://cdn.discoverdominica.
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The following update was submitted August 5, 2020, by the Dominica Film Office.
Contact:
Daphne Vidal, Project Officer
filmdominica@dominica.dm
767 255 8206
http://dominicaupdate.com/
Dominica’s borders will reopen to international travellers on August 7, 2020. All travellers to Dominica must present a negative PCR test from an accredited laboratory taken no more than 72 hours prior to travel to Dominica. All arriving passengers will be given the rapid antibody test on arrival. Passengers who test positive will be sent to quarantine for 14 days at their cost. The complete protocols for travel to Dominica is attached. Silver Airways offers flights between Puerto Rico and Dominica on Thursdays and Saturdays. Other airlines will confirm flight routes shortly.
Dominica Protocol August
The following update was submitted July 2, 2020, by the Dominica Film Office.
Contact:
Daphne Vidal, Project Officer
filmdominica@dominica.dm
767 255 8206
http://dominicaupdate.com/
Dominica's borders will reopen to nationals from July 15, 2020 and to non nationals from August 7, 2020. Details on entry protocols will be posted on www.dominica.gov.dm. All state of emergency and curfew restrictions have been lifted as the country has had no active cases of COVID -19 in over 80 days. Additional updates can be found on dominicaupdate.com. Reopening dates may be revised based on the trends in the spread of the coronavirus locally and externally.
The following update was submitted May 25th, 2020 by the Dominica Film Office.
Contact:
Daphne Vidal, Project Officer
filmdominica@dominica.dm
767 255 8206
http://dominicaupdate.com/
Sanitary measures to combat COVID 19 are still being enforced in Dominica, even as certain local restrictions are being eased. Dominica's borders remain closed with a possible reopening tentatively carded for July 2020. Updates on the COVID 19 situation in Dominica can be found on www.dominicaupdate.com. |
The following update was provided May 20th, 2020 by the Dominica Film Office.
Contact:
Daphne Vidal, Project Officer
filmdominica@dominica.dm
767 255 8206
http://dominicaupdate.com/
The phased reopening of businesses has begun in Dominica. Most business places are open between 8 am and 4 pm. A curfew is still in effect from 7 pm to 5 am Monday to Saturday, and from 6 pm Saturday to 5 am Monday. There are no confirmed cases of COVID -19 in Dominica right now, however the borders are still closed. It is anticipated that the borders will reopen for regional travel in July. |
The following update was provided on April 30, 2020 by Dominica Film Office.
Contact:
Daphne Vidal, Project Officer
dvidal@dominica.dm
767-255-8206
Dominica has not recorded any new COVID 19 cases in 21 days. The total number of confirmed cases remains at 16 with 3 active cases at the moment. The public is urged to remain vigilant and continue to follow all health protocols issued by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and New Health Investment. Some restrictions have been lifted and select businesses can operate from 6 am to 4 pm Mondays to Fridays. A curfew remains in effect from 6 pm to 6 am Mondays to Fridays with a total lockdown on weekends and public holidays. Updates on COVID 19 can be obtained from the Government website http://dominica.gov.dm/updates The Prime Minister of Dominica, Hon. Roosevelt Skerritt will announce further easing of restrictions on May 4, 2020 based on the advice of health officials.
UPDATE 3/25: Dominica recorded an additional 4 cases of COVID 19, bringing the total to 11. At a press briefing on March 25, 2020 Prime Minister Roosevelt announced that the island’s airports would be closed commencing midnight on March 25, 2020. All non -essential flights to the island are suspended until further notice.
UPDATE 3/25: The Prime Minister of Dominica, Honourable Roosevelt Skerrit announced on March 24, 2020, that Dominica had recorded 7 cases of COVID 19. In light of this, the country’s ports of entry will be closed to visitors from March 26, 2020 until further notice. We look forward to welcoming filmmakers and producers once this crisis is over.
UPDATE 3/22: Dominica recorded its first case of COVID 19 on March 22, 2020. All schools and daycare centres have been closed. Persons wishing to travel to Dominica should contact their travel agent/airline/ferry operator as there are reduced flights and no ferry service into and out of the island. Additional updates on COVID-19 in Dominica can be obtained from https://www.facebook.com/GISNewsDominica/ Or by calling 767 448 2151, 767 611 4325, email health@dominica.gov.dm, or website www.dominica.gov.dm.
Who is/are the best contact(s) for production inquiries at your office?
Daphne Vidal
filmdominica@dominica.dm
+17672558206
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
All commercial flights into the country were discontinued as of midnight March 25, 2020.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
All commercial flights into the country were discontinued as of midnight March 25, 2020.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
The country is on voluntary lockdown. Non-essential businesses are closed.
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
No more than 10 persons are allowed to congregate in any area at any one time.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
All eco-tourism sites and attractions are closed.
https://www.facebook.com/Dominicas-Forestry-Wildlife-Parks-DivisionEnvironmental-Education-Unit-574968226039832/
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
Official information on COVID-19 can be obtained from http://dominica.gov.dm/updates.
Dominican Republic
The following update was submitted on December 1, 2020 by the
Dominican Republic Film Commission.
Contact:
Yvette Marichal
Film Commissioner
direccion@dgcine.gob.do
Manuela Germán
Head of the Technical Department
sirecine@dgcine.gob.do
The following update was submitted on May 28, 2020 by the
Dominican Republic Film Commission.
Contact:
Yvette Marichal
Film Commissioner
direccion@dgcine.gob.do
Manuela Germán
Head of the Technical Department
sirecine@dgcine.gob.do
Information immediately below was provided on March 23rd, 2020 by:
Dominican Republic Film Commission:
Yvette Marichal
Film Commissioner
direccion@dgcine.gob.do
Manuela Germán
Head of the Technical Department
sirecine@dgcine.gob.do
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
Yes.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes.
Closure of all air, land and sea borders from 19 March. Foreign travelers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible. Restrictions on non-essential movement (i.e. food shopping, medical care, exercise. Cultural and sporting activities prohibited; large gatherings restricted; restaurants and bars closed; public transport limited.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Yes.
Closure of all air, land and sea borders from 19 March. Foreign travelers are advised to consider leaving as soon as possible. Restrictions on non-essential movement (i.e. food shopping, medical care, exercise. Cultural and sporting activities prohibited; large gatherings restricted; restaurants and bars closed; public transport limited.
https://msp.gob.do/web/?p=6627
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Large gatherings are either prohibited or restricted.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
No shooting permits will be issued while the state of emergency is in place.
Additional Information
In response to the rapidly evolving events surrounding COVID-19, the President of the Dominican Republic has issued a statement declaring a national state of emergency, prohibiting all activities except those that are regarded as essential needs, this includes shoots of any audiovisual projects. We are all living a worldwide situation where the lives and the health of everyone are of utmost importance to us here at the Dominican Republic Film Commission.
The DR Film Commission has issued a statement in which we order the suspension of all filming activities, going into effect on March 19 until April 3 (tentatively, as we see how this situation progresses). In the current state of emergency, it is impossible to guarantee that there will be absolute isolation and no contact in an audiovisual project in order to avoid the spread of COVID-19, which generates a risk for cast, crew and service providers.
The Dominican Republic Film Commission does not authorize the continuation of any shoots at this moment; our country is in a national state of emergency as declared by our President, Danilo Medina. We are facing a global health urgency situation, yet following the new government measures announced this week – and in times of such unprecedented uncertainty – this is now our only viable option. Clearly, this is not a course of action we had hoped to take and we apologize for this disruptions.
We take the health and safety of both our local and international cast and crew very seriously and we are taking preventative steps to ensure the wellbeing of all those who make up the film industry. We all must remain alert and secluded until the current situation is under control and we can resume all the audiovisual shoots when our local authorities indicate us to do so. Until then, please stay safe.
Kindest Regards,
Yvette Marichal
Film Commissioner
Dominican Republic Film Commission
Jamaica
The following information was submitted on March 28, 2020 by the Jamaica Film Commission
Contact:
film@jamprocorp.com
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
We are still issuing film registrations however, we are only doing so in alignment with travel restrictions and community gathering restrictions issued by the Office of the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Health. In all cases we are closely reviewing production dates and working with clients to schedule safe dates
https://www.moh.gov.jm/edu-resources/learn-about-the-coronaviruses/
https://opm.gov.jm/news/
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Non-essential travel (incoming) was restricted on March 23, 2020 for 14 days in the first instance and will be reviewed continually. All incoming passengers will be required to quarantine for 14 days. Goods/trade is not restricted.
https://www.moh.gov.jm/edu-resources/learn-about-the-coronaviruses/
https://opm.gov.jm/news/
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
As above
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
No more than 20 persons can congregate in public places - March 23, 2020
Additional Information
The Jamaica Film Commission is open, but we are working remotely. Please contact us at film@jamprocorp.com
Puerto Rico
The following information was submitted on February 2, 2021 by the Puerto Rican Film Commission.
Contact:
Rosi Acosta, Director
787-632-8720
Anysha Lugo, Production Coordinator & Special Projects
787-222-2595
Is your region open for production?
Our region is open for business following astringent protocols from the local production community, all US unions and the Puerto Rico Government
Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region?
Unfortunately pandemic insurance is not available as it is not easily available worldwide anyhow.
Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period required for any persons entering your region?
The travel guidelines for Puerto Rico can be found in the following link from Discover Puerto Rico: https://www.
Is there COVID testing available for productions?
Covid testing is available and many laboratories are already familiar with the film production protocols an testing needs.
Please see the following attachments for additional guidelines and information:
PHI RTW Amendment (1) Rapid Test Amend (1) Return to Work Agreement 092120 RTW Summary FINAL 9.21.20APPENDIX A_AICP COVID-19 Guidance for Production 12.2.20 (FINAL) Comercial RTW Protocols summary FINAL Multi Union AICP Safety Agreement[1]
United States
ALABAMA
The following information was provided on February 1, 2021 by the Mobile Film Office.
Contact:
Tommy Fell, Location Coordinator
| Tommy.Fell@cityofmobile.org
(251) 438-7100
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CALIFORNIA
California - State
Contact:
eklosterman@film.ca.gov
The information immediately below was provided on March 28, 2020 by California Film Commission
Contact:
eklosterman@film.ca.gov
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
Yes. https://covid19.ca.gov/. The State of California is under a shelter in place order from the Governor for non-essential businesses. https://business.ca.gov/coronavirus-2019/
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
see US State Department website: https://www.state.gov/
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Recommendation to curtail all non-essential travel
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Less than ten
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
State Parks, Caltrans and other State buildings and facilities are only issuing permits at this time that comply with the Statewide shelter in place order from the Governor or any other local order.
Additional Information
see our website at: http://film.ca.gov
Humboldt-Del Norte , CA
The following information was submitted on December 10, 2020 by the Humboldt-Del Norte Film Commission.
Contact:
Cassandra Hesseltine, Film Commissioner
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Los Angeles, CA
Information pertaining to guidelines and protocols for Los Angeles may be found on the website for Film LA.
Covid-19 Resource Center: https://www.filmla.com/covid-19/?fbclid=IwAR1zYj14ZmnpLMp1Miss2RRugCP9F9YvxopBorEC5E5mCQ902xOMgx01zOQ
Marin, CA
The following information was provided on December 1, 2020 by the Marin Film Resource Office.
Contact:
Deborah Albre, Film Liaison
415-785-7032
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
There is no government mandate for shut down in Marin County
Monterey, CA
The following update was received January 18, 2021 by the Monterey County Film Commission.
Contact:
Karen Nordstrand, Film Commissioner
(831) 594-9410
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Sacramento, CA
The following update was submitted on March 24, 2021 by Sacramento Film + Media.
Contact:
Jennifer West
916-808-2676
jcwest@cityofsacramento.org
| Is your region/country open for Production? | |
| Yes | |
| Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? | |
| No | |
| Is there COVID testing available for productions? | |
| Yes | |
The following update was submitted on June 11, 2020 by Sacramento Film + Media.
Contact:
Jennifer West
916-808-2676
jcwest@cityofsacramento.org
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
No
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
No
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
No
Find a full list of health and safety guidelines here: https://www.cityofsacramento.org/-/media/Corporate/Files/Convention-Cultural-Services/Film-Office/IWLMSC-Task-Force-White-Paper-6-1-20.pdf?la=en
Guidelines for back office staff and management: https://covid19.ca.gov/pdf/guidance-office-workspaces.pdf
California of Public Health Department film reopening statement: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/NR20-113.aspx
Stay up to date with the Sacramento Film + Media: https://www.cityofsacramento.org/Convention-Cultural-Services/Sacramento-Film-Office
The following update was submitted on May 20, 2020 by Sacramento Film + Media.
Contact:
Jennifer West
916-808-2676
jcwest@cityofsacramento.org
Sacramento Film + Media is not issuing film permits at this time, however, we are available to answer any questions about your upcoming projects. For the latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) related information in our area, please see the City's Coronavirus Resources page.
https://www.cityofsacramento.
org/Emergency-Management/ COVID19 PREVIOUS UPDATES
The information immediately below was provided on March 19th, 2020 by:
Sacramento Film Office
https://www.cityofsacramento.org/Convention-Cultural-Services/Sacramento-Film-OfficeContact:
Jennifer West
916-808-2676
jcwest@cityofsacramento.orgIs there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
YesAre there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes. No travel from US and Europe, Canada, China.Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
NoAre there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
10 and must be 6′ apartAre you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
No
Santa Clarita, CA
The following information was submitted on March 19, 2020 by Film Santa Clarita.
Contact:
Evan Thomason
ethomason@santa-clarita.com
+1 661-286-4167
http://filmsantaclarita.com/contact-us/
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No, but it’s limited to less than 50 people.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
USA – Yes.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Not yet.
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Yes, 10.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Government facilities.
Shasta County, CA
The following information was submitted on 12/22/2020 by Film Shasta.
Contact:
Sabrina Jurisich
Job Title: Film Commission
Email: sabrina@visitredding.com
Phone: (530) 225-4103
Country: United States
Website: http://www.FilmShasta.com
Change to report since last update: Yes
Is your region/country open for Production? Yes
Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? I believe so, productions have been active
Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? Not for filmmakers which are considered essential worker
Is there COVID testing available for productions? Yes
Do you have a PDF or jpg/png you'd like to share? COVID-19-Addendum-Updated-10.20.20
The following information was submitted on July 16, 2020 by Film Shasta.
Contact:
Sabrina Jurisich, Film Commissioner
530.225.4103
All thirteen permitting offices in the area have resumed issuing permits at this time.
The following information was submitted on May 12, 2020 by Film Shasta.
Contact:
Sabrina Jurisich, Film Commissioner
530.225.4103
Bureau of Land Management –
Accepting applications for filming, no current restrictions for how many participants will be allowed on site, Approval time estimated 60-90 days with current situation; Not denying a permit based on the social distancing, to film this summer we can start process and have it ready for when production is ready to film.
US Forest Service –
Applicants need to be sure they can comply with all the federal, state and local guidelines when it comes to operating during the COVID-19 pandemic. The review times are a minimum 2 weeks prior to film.
Whiskeytown National Park Service –
Currently accepting applications for filming, however, following the state and county guidelines for stay-at-home. If these change to allow a specific number of persons to gather at one time, may allow filming under those new guidelines. No estimated date to allow filming to begin. Estimating four to five weeks to process a filming permit
Basic Overview on Incentive:
Qualifying productions can receive up to $50,000. One page pre-production application; one page post-production summary. Production must meet 25 room night minimum in Redding, CA hotel. 5% direct spend rebate, $10/per room, per night rebate, 100% permit application fee reimbursed for utilized locations. Productions are reimbursed within 14 days of submitting post-production report.
Please find the link for our sizzle reel (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYccpaiK9eQ 60 sec; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsDnRFNyT5s extended version) and the information regarding our local incentive (https://filmshasta.com/for-filmmakers/).
FLORIDA
Florida - All Regions
The following information is confirmed and up-to-date as of December 10, 2020 by the Florida. Office of Film and Entertainment.
Contact:
Niki Welge, Film Commissioner
850.717.8989 / 877.FLA.FILM
Please see the following link for the most recent updated information:
https://filminflorida.com/covid-19-resources/.
FF-Clean-Healthy Set Recommendations 05-01-2020
FF Recomendaciones de Salubridad ESP
For information regarding filming in the state of Florida, please visit the state film office, Florida Office of Film & Entertainment: http://www.filminflorida.com
The following information was submitted on August 4, 2020 by the Florida.Office of TTFilm and Entertainment
Contact:
Niki Welge, Film Commissioner
850.717.8989 / 877.FLA.FILM
Please see the following link for the most recent updated information:
https://filminflorida.com/covid-19-resources/.
The following information was submitted on May 3, 2020 by Film Florida.
Contact:
John Lux, Executive Director
FF-Clean-Healthy Set Recommendations 05-01-2020
FF Recomendaciones de Salubridad ESP
For information regarding filming in the state of Florida, please visit the state film office, Florida Office of Film & Entertainment: http://www.filminflorida.com
Florida Keys, FL
The following information was submitted on March 19, 2020 by the Florida Keys Film Office
Contact:
Chad Newman
+1 (305) 293-1800
chad@filmkeys.com
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
Currently, we are not issuing any film permits in Key West. The rest of the Keys are on a case by case basis.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
No
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Currently limited to 10
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Key West is closed to filming
Jacksonville, FL
The following information was submitted on April 22, 2020 by the Jacksonville Film & TV Commission.
Contact:
Todd Roobin, Film Commissioner
troobin@coj.net
904-868-4841
The Jacksonville Film & TV Commission has been open and is currently processing Film Permits on a case by case basis.
Please visit website www.filmjax.com for Production Guide, Film Permit, Locations and much more.
Miami-Dade, FL
The following information was submitted on February 16, 2021 by the Miami-Dade Office of Film & Entertainment
Contact:
Sandy Lighterman Film & Entertainment Commissioner
| sandyL@miamidade.gov |
| (305) 375-3288 |
| Is your region/country open for Production? | |
| yes | |
| Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? | |
| Some US insurance companies will provide coverage | |
| Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? | |
| No | |
| Is there COVID testing available for productions? | |
| Yes | |
| Do you have a PDF or jpg/png you'd like to share? Upload it here: | |
The following information was submitted on May 21, 2020 by the Miami-Dade Office of Film & Entertainment
Contact:
Dorothea Belz, Film & Entertainment Permit Coordinator
305-375-3288
The Miami-Dade Office of Film & Entertainment is open for film and photo permitting on a case by case basis.
Naples, FL
The following information was submitted on March 19, 2020 by the Collier County Film Commission
Contact:
Maggie McCarty
collierfilm@aol.com
+1 239-285-3660
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
Yes – no issuing of permits
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes-Here is specific information from the CDC regarding travel. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
As a county employee – no outbound travel
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Florida Department of Health continue to advise the public to take all of the following general precautions:
- Avoid contact with sick individuals.
- Limit gatherings of 10 or more people.
- Maintain a six-foot distance from anyone who appears to be sick.
- Use fist bumps or other forms of greetings rather than a handshake or hug.
- Avoid touching eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
- Do not travel when you’re sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
- Clean your hands often by washing them with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at 60%-95% alcohol. Soap and water should be used if hands are visibly dirty. It is especially important to clean hands after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose.
- Stay home if you are sick.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Not issuing permits
Additional Information:
Please check social media for local updates
Palm Beach County, FL
The following information was submitted on March 19, 2020 by the Palm Beach County Film & Television Commission
Contact:
Christy Andreoni, Director of Operations & Production
candreoni@pbfilm.com
+1 561-233-3100
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No. Permit requests are being accepted and reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes.
Travel from outside of the US:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/from-other-countries.html
Travel within the US: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/travel-in-the-us.html
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
None as of 3/19/20
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Information on Palm Beach County: http://discover.pbcgov.org/pages/COVID19.aspx
Information on State of Florida: https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Locations in Palm Beach County are being considered on a case-by-case basis for all permit requests, pending production details. Alternative options are being recommended for any locations that cannot accommodate production.
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
Due to public health advisories related to COVID-19, our municipalities and community partners are taking additional care and considerations when reviewing permit applications for approval. While we cannot offer any guarantees on permit requests at this time, we are working with our contacts on a case-by-case basis to see if additional conditions/restrictions applied will allow production to move forward. The safety and well-being of our clients and community is our top priority.
Paradise Coast, FL
The following updated was submitted on May 12, 2020 by the Paradise Coast Film Commission.
Contact:
Maggie McCarty, Film Commissioner
239-659-3456
| Some city and county beach have limited access, but social distancing protocols remain in place. Some restaurants and retail stores are allowing customers to enter but with a 25% capacity, practicing social distancing protocols. No film permits are being issued. All public locations are not available for filming.
For information on Everglades National Park (which is doing a "phased approach" to re-opening, please visit: http:/nps.gov/ever/contacts. The following State Parks in our area: Collier-Seminole Park, Fakahatchee State Preserve and Delnor-Wiggins State Park are practicing Phase I Florida Guidelines, as mandated by the Governor. For updates/details, visit http:/floridastateparks.org. Southwest Florida Airport is somewhat-operational, please visit: http:/flycpa.com/alert for specifics. Be aware that travelers arriving from the states of NY, NJ, and CT must be quarantine for 14-days upon arrival. Finally, please check with: Floridahealthcovid19.gov for all the latest information on the health and safety within the state. |
The information immediately following was provided on April 22nd, 2020, by the Paradise Coast Film Commission.
Contact:
Maggie McCarty, Film Commissioner
collierfilm@aol.com
239-659-3456
For industry updates, please utilize the following links:
• https://filminflorida.com/
• https://www.cdc.gov/
• https://experience.arcgis.com/
St. Petersburg Clearwater, FL
The following information was submitted on May 6, 2020 by the St. Petersburg Clearwater Film Commission.
Contact:
Tony Armer, Film Commissioner
727-464-7240
We are open for business and currently permitting productions. Social distancing restrictions are still in place for filming. Florida is the first State in the Country to have a comprehensive recommended policies and procedures plan for filming. Those recommendations are attached here.
Call or email for more details and to ask any questions.
HAWAI'I
The following information was submitted on March 23, 2020 by the Hawai'i Film Office.
Contact:
Donne Dawson, State Film Commissioner
+1 (808) 754-3456
Kelly Tolar, Film Specialist
+1 (808) 763-7401
Sandi Ichihara-Abe. Senior Film Specialist
(808) 226-6133
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No, but there is a statewide directive for all residents to stay at home, work from home, with the exception of essential workers.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes, effective Thursday, March 26, all incoming passengers (whether returning residents or visitors) are subject to a 14-day quarantine.
https://hawaiicovid19.com/mandatory-14-day-quarantine-for-all-individuals-arriving-or-returning-to-the-state-of-hawai%CA%BBi/
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Cruise Ships are banned from disembarking in Hawai'i
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Similar to federal directives, no more than 10 people can congregate in one place but that was before the stay at home/work from home mandate was issued.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
All of our state agencies are shut down, including state parks so the Hawai'i Film Office is not issuing film permits until further notice. Actor, Producer, Director Daniel Dae Kim, who lives in Hawai'i was one of the earlier confirmed cases here. Please look at his two incredibly helpful posts:
https://www.instagram.com/p/B97DQshgJIN/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&fbclid=IwAR1_dDHjv1GkhfysqEs6DA4tYgUQFMNDW0TQyaHJ5zG1E6N1nrbDa45aqT4
https://www.facebook.com/136577846385452/videos/527042041550840/UzpfSTEwMDAwMTI4MjQ1MzIxOTozMDM3NzQxNDM5NjExOTA4/
Additional Information
Visitors to Hawai'i have been urged to stay home and return home if they are already in the islands. We have extremely limited hospital beds, ICU beds and medical equipment and testing supplies so those items need to be preserved for residents.
ILLINIOS
The following information was provided on June 25, 2020 by the Illinios Film Office.
Contact:
Luis Ferrara
All four regions of the state are currently on track to move into Phase 4 on June 26 as the state continues to make significant progress in reducing new COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.
Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois plan creates safety guidelines for the following permitted activities and businesses to resume, with capacity rules in place. For Film Production this will means no more than 50% of sound stage or filming location capacity; crowd scenes should be limited to 50 people or fewer. Complete guidelines can be found here.
https://dceocovid19resources.com/restore-illinois/restore-illinois-phase-4/film-production/
Film Production - dceocovid19resources.com
The Revitalization Phase of the Restore Illinois public health approach to reopening the Illinois economy includes gatherings of up to 50 people, additional businesses reopening and increased capacities.
IOWA
The following update was submitted on December 21, 2020 by Produce Iowa - State Office of Media Production.
Contact:
Liz Gilman, Executive Producer
515-725-0044
PREVIOUS UPDATES:
The following update was submitted on May 27, 2020 by Produce Iowa - State Office of Media Production.
Contact:
Liz Gilman, Executive Producer
515-725-0044
The State of Iowa has removed the restriction of 10 people on a working set. There are no limits for the workplace but we ask that you continue to have closed sets in order to keep crew interactions to a minimum. Everyone should also continue to practice appropriate social distancing (at least 6 feet apart) along with proper hygiene and sanitation per CDC Guidelines.
Iowa-Production-Guidelines-
during-COVID-5-27-20.pdf The update provided below was submitted May 12, 2020 by Produce Iowa - State Office of Media Production.
Contact
Liz Gilman, Executive Producer
liz.gilman@iowa.gov
515-725-0044
Please see the attached document for recommendations and guidelines for productions.
Iowa-Production-Guidelines-during-COVID-19
The information immediately below was provided on April 14, 2020 by Produce Iowa - State Office of Media Production
Contact:
Liz Gilman, Executive Producer
liz.gilman@iowa.gov
815-725-0044
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
Iowa currently does not have a stay-at-home order.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Visit https://travel.state.gov/content/travel.html for full information.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Only essential trips are encouraged.
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Ten people max and they must remain at a distance of six feet apart.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Locations are on a case-by-case basis.
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?https://coronavirus.iowa.gov/
KANSAS
The update immediately following was provided on June 29, 2020 by the KC Film Office.
Contact:
Stephane Scupham, Film Commissioner
sscupham@visitc.com
816-691-3842
Updated Safety Guidelines include Infection Prevention Compliance Supervisor (IPCS) / Covid Coordinator introducing a 'safe word' to the cast and crew. Since an IPCS or the safety monitors can't be everywhere at once to remind people to distance, this easy word device can be introduced. A recent production in Kansas City used the term 'Spacewalk.' The word is used by anyone on set to communicate a reminder to physically distance. This new idea was received well and the production had f
A-Safe-Return-to-Production-
The following information was submitted on May 20, 2020 by the KC Film Office.
Contact:
Stephane Scupham, Film Commissioner
816-691-3842
The Kansas City safety guidelines have been updated - the latest version is below. The current version will always be available on our website.
A-Safe-Return-to-Production-
The information immediately following was provided on May 13th, 2020 by the KC Film Office.
Contact:
Stephane Scupham, Film Commissioner
sscupham@visitc.com
816-691-3842
Kansas City is allowing media and communications (filming) business to begin as of May 6. My office has collaborated on recommended safety guidelines to help area companies think through their safety playbooks as they cautiously resume the business of production. We have already had 5-6 productions film since May 6.
MAINE
The following information was submitted on March 26, 2020 by the Maine Film Office
Contact:
Karen Carberry Warhola, Director
Karen.CarberryWarhola@maine.gov
+1 (207) 624-9828
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No, however, all gatherings in Maine of more than 10 people that are not essential are prohibited. Check here for updates: https://visitmaine.com/together
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has compiled a list of considerations for U.S. travelers. Find them here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/travel-in-the-us.html
Please refer to the CDC for the most up-to-date travel recommendations and information. Find them here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/communication-resources.html
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Please refer to this comprehensive list of updated COVID-19 Related Travel Restrictions in Maine: https://visitmaine.com/together
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
The Governor has prohibited all gatherings in Maine of more than 10 people that are not essential or work-related. Updates can be found here: https://visitmaine.com/together
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Please refer to this comprehensive list of updated COVID-19 Related Closures in Maine: https://visitmaine.com/together
Additional Information
For up-to-date information about the coronavirus in Maine, our prevention and response efforts, and specific guidance for businesses, travelers and others, visit the Maine CDC: https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/infectious-disease/epi/airborne/coronavirus.shtml
MASSACHUSETTS
The following update was submitted on May 13, 2020 by the Massachusetts Film Office:
Contact:
1. Resumption of long form film and television production -
On May 11th, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker announced a four- phase approach to reopening Massachusetts. Under this framework, certain Industries will be allowed to reopen in phases following the mandatory statewide stay-at-home order expires May 18th (date is subject to change.) The MA Reopening Advisory Committee is currently working on Sector Specific Protocols, expected to roll out by or on May 18th, which will help inform industries of the phase in which they may, with strict guidelines, resume operations.
2.Resumption of international flights to your country-
The federal government has not established when international flights between countries will resume. Please check with State Department for specific travel advisories. In regards to Massachusetts travel, as of March 27, 2020 visitors are instructed to not travel to Massachusetts if displaying or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. Additionally, all travelers arriving in Massachusetts are instructed to self-quarantine for 14 days. Health care workers, public health workers, public safety workers, transportation workers and designated essential workers are exempt from this requirement. For additional traveler information for Massachusetts, visit Massport Traveler Advisory Regarding COVID- https://www.massport.com/
3. Locations that remain closed to filming-
All locations are essentially closed as Governor Baker‘s Emergency Order calls for the closure of all non-essential businesses/services/activities until at least May 18th. At that time, sector-specific protocols and timelines will begin to take shape. Note: should COVID-19 numbers spike, a reversal on opening dates could occur.
4. COVID-19 related requirements associated with film permits-
Not yet established.
5. COVID-19 impact on incentives/rebates/credits etc-
No changes at this time.
The following update was submitted on April 29, 2020 by the Massachusetts Film Office:
Contact:
MICHIGAN
The following information was submitted on May 28, 2020 by the Michigan Film & Digital Media Office.
Contact:
Tony Garcia, Location Manager/Promotional Agent
517-241-6739
https://www.michiganbusiness.org/industries/mfdmo/
Governor Whitmer’s MI Safe Start Plan is a multi-phased effort designed to re-engage Michigan’s economy. As we continue to make progress in the fight against COVID-19, we have reached the phase where advisory work groups are being formed to develop protocols for re-opening businesses in a conscience and safe manner. The tourism industry is very diverse, and in an effort to expeditiously move through this process, the industry has been broken up into 8 different subgroups; Attractions, Casinos, Tours, Community Engagement, Arts & Culture, Entertainment/Performing Arts, Accommodations & Meetings and Agritourism. MFDMO has been asked to participate and eager to represent our constituency, especially given the uptick in inquiries from film productions seeking to shoot in the state.
MINNESOTA
The following update was submitted on June 8, 2020 by the Minnesota Film & TV Office.
Contact:
Melodie Bahan, Executive Director
612-767-0095
| Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed a new executive order (20-74) that rolls out Phase III of Minnesota’s Stay Safe Order. It will allow more businesses to reopen and allow some businesses that are open to increase their capacity. The executive order is here: https://mn.gov/governor/ Steve Grove, commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, also announced that new guidance will soon be available for businesses and activities that will be opening up. That information will be available here: https://staysafe.mn.gov/ |
The following information was submitted on April 10, 2020 by the Minnesota Film & TV Office.
Contact:
Melodie Bahan, Executive Director
612-767-0095
Minnesota currently has a "stay at home" order through May 4, 2020, effectively shutting down all non-essential businesses. See more at https://mn.gov/covid19/
MISSISSIPPI
The following update was submitted on June 12, 2020 by the Mississippi Film Office
Contact:
Nina Parikh, Director
+1 601.359.3034
There is no government mandate closing productions in the state of Mississippi.
For productions taking place, the Mississippi Film Office has created the following document: Suggested Best Practices for Production during COVID-19. It can be found on our website: http://filmmississippi.org/
The following information was submitted on March 26, 2020 by the Mississippi Film Office
Contact:
Nina Parikh, Director
+1 601.359.3034
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
No government mandate, but discouraging gatherings of more than 10 individuals
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
https://msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/14,21866,420.html
Additional Information
https://msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/14,0,420.html
MONTANA
The following updated was submitted on March 23, 2021 by the Montana Film Office
Contact:
Allison Whitmer
Film Commissioner
allison.whitmer@mt.gov
406.461.8760
| Is your region/country open for Production? | |
| Yes | |
| Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? | |
| Consult your insurance broker for specifics to each project | |
| Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? | |
| No | |
| Is there COVID testing available for productions? | |
| Yes | |
Previous Updates
The following updated was submitted on May 12, 2020 by the Montana Film Office
Contact:
Allison Whitmer
Film Commissioner
allison.whitmer@mt.gov
406.461.8760Please see the following attachment and link for updates:
https://www.montanafilm.com/covid-19/
The information immediately below was provided on March 30, 2020 by Montana Film Office
Contact:
Allison Whitmer
Film Commissioner
allison.whitmer@mt.gov
+1 406.461.8760Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
Montana is under a stay at home order, and essential businesses are the only ones operating. While not a mandate, unless you are filming for news, medical, PSA or other public health-related reasons, we are not encouraging production.Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. In countries where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. U.S. citizens who live abroad should avoid all international travel.https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/ea/travel-advisory-alert-global-level-4-health-advisory-issue.html
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Prohibited and permitted travel- All travel should be limited to Essential Travel and travel
for Essential Activities. People riding on public transit must comply with social distancing to
the greatest extent feasible. When individuals need to leave their homes or residences, they
should at all times maintain social distancing of at least six feet from any person who is not a
member of their immediate household, to the greatest extent possible.https://covid19.mt.gov/Portals/223/Documents/Stay%20at%20Home%20Directive.pdf?ver=2020-03-26-173332-177
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
All public and private gatherings of any number of people occurring
outside a household or living unit are prohibited, except for the limited purposes permitted by
this Directive.https://covid19.mt.gov/Portals/223/Documents/Stay%20at%20Home%20Directive.pdf?ver=2020-03-26-173332-177
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
National Parks and National Forests are restricted, as are state parks and other public lands.Additional Information
We update frequently on our social media pages -Facebook, Twitter, Instagram. Do call us directly at +1 406.461.8760 for the most updated information.
NEBRASKA
The following update was submitted December 21, 2020 by the Nebraska Film Office.
Contact:
Laurie Richards, Film Officer
402-202-1905
PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following update was submitted October 12, 2020 by the Nebraska Film Office.
Contact:
Laurie Richards, Film Officer
Laurienebraska@gmail.com
402-202-1905
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction? No, we are open, never closed.Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?No restrictions.Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?NoAre there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?Governor Rockets loosens bar and restaurant restrictions. https://www.google.com/amp/s/journalstar.com/lifestyles/health-med-fit/ricketts-loosens-restrictions-on-bars-restaurants-and-more/article_6d1ee71e-7982-585e-8dd6-a970c139d68c.amp.htmlAre you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?No shut down on locations.Additional Information:Please review our web site, Film.nebraska.gov for up to date information.The following update was submitted August 17, 2020 by the Nebraska Film Office.
Contact:
Laurie Richards, Film Officer
Laurienebraska@gmail.com
402-202-1905
Filming is continuing in Nebraska during the pandemic. We never closed. We ask that you consider following the filming guidelines set forth by SAG/AFTRA. We ask that you prepare your guidelines and submit with your registration form. Please check out our web site: https://film.nebraska.gov/ for up to date information. Please call the office if you have any additional questions. Thank you.
The following update was submitted July 6, 2020 by the Nebraska Film Office.
Contact:
Laurie Richards, Film Officer
Laurienebraska@gmail.com
402-202-1905
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction? No.Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?No.Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?NoAre there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?No.Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?No.Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?Contact Laurie Richards Nebraska Film Office for more information. laurienebraska@gmail.comThe following information was submitted June 11, 2020 by the Nebraska Film Office.
Contact:
Laurie Richards, Film Officer
Laurienebraska@gmail.com
402-202-1905
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?There is no shut down, and there never was one in Nebraska.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
From the NFO web site: film.nebraska.govRestriction on travel for international travelers coming into Nebraska.ALL SUBJECT TO CHANGE. CHECK WEB SITE FOR UPDATES.Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
None.Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?Check the website and Suggested Guidelines
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Some locations may not be available due to the pandemic. But you should check with the NFO for specific location needs or inquiries.
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
Be smart. Follow the physical distancing guidelines from the DHHS. Spend more time in pre-production. Do not make hasty decisions that may jeopardize your cast and crew and your location.
NEW MEXICO
The following update was submitted on February 16, 2021 by the New Mexico Film Office.
Contact:
Amber Dodson, Director
505.476.5656
| Is your region/country open for Production? | |
| Yes | |
| Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? | |
| No travel restrictions or quarantine period as of 2/10/2021. Testing and 14-day quarantine are recommended but not required. Latest travel order: https://cv.nmhealth.org/wp- |
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| Is there COVID testing available for productions? | |
| Yes | |
PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following update was submitted on December 16, 2020 by the New Mexico Film Office.
Contact:
Amber Dodson, Director
Amber@nmfilm.com
505.476.5656
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?NoAre there travel restrictions coming into the country?Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?See https://cv.nmhealth.org/public-health-orders-and-executive-orders/ for latest Executive Order re: quarantine. As of 12/7/2020 the latest Executive Order re: quarantine can be found here.Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?Yes. See https://cv.nmhealth.org/public-health-orders-and-executive-orders/ for the latest Public Health Order (PHO). As of 12/7/2020, the 12/2/2020 PHO can be found hereAre you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?Native American tribes and reservations in New Mexico are not governed by the NM PHO and may be under different restrictions at any given time.Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?Production has been allowed to resume in New Mexico since September with COVID-Safe Practices in place. All film and television productions in New Mexico are required to adhere to the state’s operative emergency public health order, associated public health restrictions and COVID-Safe Practices. Those restrictions include, but are not limited to, the adherence to occupancy maximums, the maintaining of a six-foot distance between individuals, wearing masks at all times, daily disinfection, symptom screenings, and more. The New Mexico Film Office has released Back2One, a catchall set of principles, general recommendations, and resources for film and television productions operating during COVID-19. Links to Back2One recommendations and other COVID Safe Practices can be found at https://nmfilm.com/covid-19-safe-practices/For information and updates, please visit: www.nmfilm.com or reach out to the New Mexico Film Office at: 505.476.5600.
PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following information was submitted on December 8, 2020 by the New Mexico Film Office.
Contact:
Amber Dodson
info@nmfilm.com
505-476-5600
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?NoAre there travel restrictions coming into the country?Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?See https://cv.nmhealth.org/public-health-orders-and-executive-orders/ for latest Executive Order re: quarantine. As of 12/7/2020 the latest Executive Order re: quarantine can be found here: https://cv.nmhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/EO-2020-075.pdfAre there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?Yes. See https://cv.nmhealth.org/public-health-orders-and-executive-orders/ for the latest Public Health Order (PHO). As of 12/7/2020, the 12/2/2020 PHO can be found here: https://cv.nmhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/120220-PHO.pdfAre you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?Native American tribes and reservations in New Mexico are not governed by the NM PHO and may be under different restrictions at any given time.Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?Production has been allowed to resume in New Mexico since September with COVID-Safe Practices in place. All film and television productions in New Mexico are required to adhere to the state’s operative emergency public health order, associated public health restrictions and COVID-Safe Practices. Those restrictions include, but are not limited to, the adherence to occupancy maximums, the maintaining of a six-foot distance between individuals, wearing masks at all times, daily disinfection, symptom screenings, and more. The New Mexico Film Office has released Back2One, a catchall set of principles, general recommendations, and resources for film and television productions operating during COVID-19.Links to Back2One recommendations and other COVID Safe Practices can be found at https://nmfilm.com/covid-19-safe-practices/For information and updates, please visit: www.nmfilm.com or reach out to the New Mexico Film Office at: 505.476.5600.The following information was submitted on June 8, 2020 by the New Mexico Film Office.
Contact:
Amber Dodson
info@nmfilm.com
505-476-5600
Production is temporarily halted in New Mexico due to COVID-19. The health safety of our citizens and workforce is of paramount importance, and the Governor has not yet greenlit a date for safe production resumption. When production resumes, the New Mexico Film Office will release recommendations that have been shaped by local film industry experts and are in alignment with the AMPTP’s “Industry-Wide Labor-Management Safety Committee Task Force Proposed Health and Safety Guidelines for Motion Picture, Television, Streaming Productions During the COVID-19 Pandemic”. For information and updates, please visit: www.nmfilm.com or reach out to the New Mexico Film Office at: 505.476.5600.
NORTH CAROLINA
The following information, submitted by the North Carolina Film Commission is up-to-date as of December 21, 2020
PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following information was updated on September 9, 2020 by the North Carolina Film Office.
Contact:Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?North Carolina is currently OPEN for production and at this time there are NO quarantine requirements for those coming from out-of-state. The state is currently in Phase 2.5 (of 3) of its return process.Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?There remain NO travel or quarantine restrictions for entering North Carolina.Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?There are no travel restrictions within North Carolina.Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?While the state continues to have restrictions on mass gatherings, this does NOT apply to production sets as gatherings "for work" are exempt per Section 7 of Executive Order 141.Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?Filming may possibly still be done on locations that remain closed to the public at this time depending on the production's size and the production's COVID-19 mitigation measures.Additional information:Note that face coverings are required in public places, both indoor and outdoor. Permits are handled on a local level and the state film office is happy to assist in getting in touch with the appropriate individuals to discuss if there are any additional limitations locally. The North Carolina Film Office encourages productions that do film in the state to follow the guidance of the "Industry White Paper" as well as the additional safety measures as outlined in the SAG/DGA/Teamsters/IATSE COVID-19 Safety Procedures and Guidelines report.The following information was updated on July 27, 2020 by the North Carolina Film Office.
Contact:Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?North Carolina is currently OPEN for production and at this time there are NO quarantine requirements for those coming from out-of-state. The state is currently in Phase 2 (of 3) of its return process.Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?There remain NO travel or quarantine restrictions for entering North Carolina.Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?There are no travel restrictions within North Carolina.Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?While the state continues to have restrictions on mass gatherings, this does NOT apply to production sets as gatherings "for work" are exempt per Section 7 of Executive Order 141.Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?Filming may possibly still be done on locations that remain closed to the public at this time depending on the production's size and the production's COVID-19 mitigation measures.Additional information:Note that face coverings are required in public places, both indoor and outdoor. Permits are handled on a local level and the state film office is happy to assist in getting in touch with the appropriate individuals to discuss if there are any additional limitations locally. The North Carolina Film Office encourages productions that do film in the state to follow the guidance of the "Industry White Paper" as well as the additional safety measures as outlined in the SAG/DGA/Teamsters/IATSE COVID-19 Safety Procedures and Guidelines report.The following information was submitted on May 4, 2020 by the North Carolina Film Office.
Contact:
Guy Gaster, Film Commissioner
919-447-7800
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?North Carolina is currently under a "stay-at-home" executive order. More on this executive order, which currently runs until May 8, can be found here: https://governor.nc.gov/news/governor-extends-stay-home-order-through-may-8-plans-three-phase-lifting-restrictions-basedAre there travel restrictions coming into the country?No restrictions coming into the stateAre there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction? Travel remains to be discouraged unless it is needed to get essential goods/items, exercising outdoors, and/or for helping a family member.Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?The current executive order limits groups to no more than 10 people (more info on executive order: https://governor.nc.gov/news/governor-extends-stay-home-order-through-may-8-plans-three-phase-lifting-restrictions-based)Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?See answers for questions 6 and 8
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?Permitting is handled on a local basis and therefore one municipality may be willing to issue a permit (provided it falls within the perimeters of the statewide executive order), another may not. Contact the film office to get contacts for individual municipalities.
OHIO
Cleveland, OH
The following update was submitted on March 29, 2021 by the Greater Cleveland Film Commission.
Contact:
Mike Wendt, Production Coordinator
(440) 376-0711
| Is your region/country open for Production? | |
| Yes | |
| Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? | |
| Unknown At This time | |
| Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? | |
| No travel restrictions at this time, productions are encouraged to use their best discretion. | |
| Is there COVID testing available for productions? | |
| Yes, multiple testing companies now in the Greater Cleveland Area | |
The following update was submitted on November 30, 2020 by the Greater Cleveland Film Office.
Contact:
Mike Wendt
mwendt@clevelandfilm.com
+1 216-344-7401
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?The City of Cleveland has issued a declaration that Street/Sidewalk Obstruction Permits will not be issued until January 2021 at the earliest. We are in contact with the City of Cleveland as updates come.Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/from-other-countries.htmlDepartment of Homeland Security: https://www.dhs.gov/coronavirus/overview-dhs-response#wcm-survey-target-idAre there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?Ohio Department of Health - COVID-19 Travel Advisory: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/families-and-individuals/COVID-19-Travel-Advisory/COVID-19-Travel-AdvisoryAre there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?Ohio Department of Health - Public Health Orders: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/resources/public-health-ordersAre you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?City Owned properties such as the Cleveland Courthouse, City of Cleveland owned Parks are not permitting filming at this time.Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?https://www.clevelandfilm.com/covid-19-resources/ https://www.clevelandfilm.com/we-are-here-for-you-gcfc-film-community-resource-guide/The following update was submitted on August 10, 2020 by the Greater Cleveland Film Office.
Contact:
Mike Wendt
mwendt@clevelandfilm.com
+1 216-344-7401
All businesses that were previously closed are now open.
The ban on public gatherings for over 10 people have been raised to approximately 50 (with proper ppe and social distancing).
Currently the city of Cleveland is not reviewing Street/Sidewalk Obstruction Permits until at least September 30th, but filming at private residences and or businesses is permitted.
PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following update was submitted on May 20, 2020 by the Cleveland film Office.
Contact:
Mike Wendt
mwendt@clevelandfilm.com
+1 216-344-7401Permits are now being issued for productions on a case by case basis and with strict crew member limitations.
Information immediately below was provided on March 19th, 2020 by:
Cleveland Film
https://www.clevelandfilm.com/Contact:
Mike Wendt
mwendt@clevelandfilm.com
+1 216-344-7401Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
Not necessarily but the office that submits the permits are closed.Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Per US order most borders are shut to essential travel only.Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Travel is not shut down, but it is not encouraged.Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
10 peopleAre you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Movie theaters, salons, barbershops, stadiums, bowling alleys, restaurants, hospitals.Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
We encourage people to reach out and get things ready for when production is up and running.
Columbus, OH
The following update was submitted on April 12, 2021 by the Greater Columbus Film Commission.
Contact:
Mike Wendt
(440) 376-0711
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The following information was submitted on April 13, 2020 by Film Columbus.
Contact:
John Daugherty, Executive Director
john@filmcolumbus.com
440-376-0711
Film Columbus has set up a special COVID 19 page on our website to provide resources, emergency relief funds, and updated information. It is updated there on a regular basis. For links and up to date information go to: www.filmcolumbus.com/special-provisions
Updated 4/10/20, 11:36am
Emergency Relief Grants for artists, filmmakers, production companies:
To help local filmmakers, Film Columbus and the Greater Columbus Arts Council is providing Emergency Relief Grants. If you are a Franklin County resident (Ohio), for more information go here: https://www.gcac.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Grants-COVID-19.pdfGCAC/Film Columbus grants, deadlines and funding information for organizations and individuals:
Film Columbus and the Greater Columbus Arts Council are closely monitoring the evolving situation surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) and we are in direct contact with local and state health officials. This webpage is designed to provide a central point to provide resources for those filmmakers, production companies, GCAC applicants, grantees, event participants, and others to stay current with this rapidly evolving situation. The page will be updated as needed, and it includes resources and links to the most current guidance and directives from local, state and national health officials.At 3 p.m. on March 12, Governor Mike DeWine issued an Executive Order requiring the cancellation of any event for 100 people or more. In addition, all k-12 schools will be closed from end of day Monday, March 16 through Friday, April 3. At 9 p.m. on March 15, all dine-in service at Ohio restaurants and bars has been suspended until further notice. In the absence of a firm expiration date of the state order, events though April 3 are being cancelled, with regular evaluation of the situation after that time. Please visit the Ohio Department of Health’s COVID-19 Resources page for additional information: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/home
Update 3/22/20: Dr. Amy Acton, Director of the Ohio Department of Health, and Governor Mike DeWine have issued a Stay at Home Order unless engaged in essential work or activity. More information can be found here.
ArtistRelief.org (4/10/20):
Artist Relief will distribute $5,000 grants to artists facing dire financial emergencies due to COVID-19; serve as an ongoing informational resource; and co-launch the COVID-19 Impact Survey for Artists and Creative Workers, designed by Americans for the Arts, to better identify and address the needs of artists. For more information go here: https://www.artistrelief.orgFiling for Unemployment (4/10/20):
For information on unemployment insurance from Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services go here: https://jfs.ohio.gov/ouio/CoronavirusAndUI.stmUpdate from IATSE, additional coverage under the CARES act (3/30/20):
IATSE launches IATSE CARES, resources for film industry crew. For more information go here: https://iatsecares.orgIn its latest response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, Congress has passed a third package of emergency relief legislation, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security “CARES” Act. This bill will provide tangible and immediate economic relief for entertainment workers across the United States, many of whom found themselves out of work overnight due to COVID-19 related cancellations across all sectors of the entertainment industry.
Entertainment freelance, or gig, workers who expected to work for a day, week, month, or season on a production are now without planned wages and benefits indefinitely. Current state unemployment insurance benefits tend to be insufficient for entertainment workers, and many are not eligible for the paid leave expansion in the newly passed Families First Coronavirus Response Act because of the unique nature of freelance work.
IATSE members and allies sent over 106,000 letters to Congress urging lawmakers to include displaced entertainment workers in the next legislative relief package, and our voices were heard. IATSE commends Congress for expanding access to economic support for loss of work related to COVID-19.
The CARES Act contains the following key provisions:
· Creates a temporary Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program to provide payment to those not traditionally eligible for unemployment benefits who are unable to work as a direct result of the coronavirus public health emergency. This includes entertainment workers with limited work history and scheduled, or offered, work that did not commence.
· Provides an additional $600 per week payment to each recipient of unemployment insurance or Pandemic Unemployment Assistance recipient for up to four months.
· Provides an additional 13 weeks of unemployment benefits to help those who remain unemployed after weeks of state unemployment are no longer available.
· Provides one-time recovery checks of $1,200 for all individuals with adjusted gross income up to $75,000; $112,500 for head of household. All married couples, with adjusted gross income up to $150,000 who file a joint return, are eligible for $2,400. Those amounts increase by $500 for every child. The rebate amount is reduced by $5 for each $100 a taxpayer’s income exceeds the phase-out threshold. The amount is completely phased-out for single filers with incomes exceeding $99,000, $136,500 for head of household filers, and $198,000 for joint filers.
· Waives the 10-percent early withdrawal penalty for distributions up to $100,000 from qualified retirement accounts for coronavirus-related purposes.Entertainment workers will now receive economic support to help make up for the income lost due to cancelled or postponed work, and that money will soon be in the hands of working families.
However, our work is not done – the crisis continues and so does the fight. The IATSE remains focused on ensuring that subsequent COVID-19 relief legislation includes pension relief, access to affordable healthcare, economic support for the entertainment industry to put people back to work, and increased federal arts funding to assist arts nonprofits and other employers in financing projects and performances. We also stand in solidarity with our brothers, sisters, and kin on the front lines of this coronavirus pandemic and call for increased safety and protections as they seek to help others.
We look forward to the day when entertainment workers can start helping the country heal, but we must first mitigate this public health crisis and ensure we sustain working people until they can safely return to work.
Applications Being Accepted for Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (3/30/20):
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering designated states and territories low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Go here: https://www.sba.gov/disaster-assistance/coronavirus-covid-19Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved their request to allow small businesses and nonprofits in Ohio to apply for low-interest, long-term loans of up to $2 million through the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan program. For information go here: https://governor.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/governor/media/news-and-media/applications-accepted-for-economic-injury-disaster-loan-order-to-expand-telehealth-services-for-medicaid-recipients
Facebook Small Business Grants Program (3/31/20):
Facebook is offering $100M in cash grants and ad credits for up to 30,000 eligible small businesses in over 30 countries where we operate. They will share more details as they become available. https://www.facebook.com/business/boost/grantsCOVID-19 resource links:
https://www.gcac.org/covid-19/
https://iatsecares.org
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/videos.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/factsheets.html
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
https://www.state.gov/coronavirus/Emergency assistance for actors:
https://actorsfund.orgEmergency assistance for musicians:
https://www.grammy.com/musicaresSMALL BUSINESS EMERGENCY LOAN FROM OHIO STATEWIDE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (OSDC)
If you currently have a loan with OSDC or are a business that could benefit from one during this uncertain time, please call OSDC at 614-481-3214 for help. In addition to loan assistance OSDC can also provide guidance, advice, and updates on State and Federal relief efforts as they become available.To help pass the time:
American Film Institute's checklist of top 10 films: https://www.afi.com/afis-10-top-10/
Tribeca curated shorts: https://www.tribecafilm.com/news/now-streaming-curated-shorts-from-tribeca-film-festival-alumni
OKLAHOMA
Cherokee Nation
The following information was submitted on May 11, 2020 by the Cherokee Nation Film Office.
Contact:
Ahsley Andoe, Film Office Manager
Tulsa
The following information was submitted on March 2, 2021 by the Tulsa Office of Film, Music, Arts and Culture.
Contact:
Abby Kurin, Executive Director
| Is your region/country open for Production? | |
| Yes | |
| Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? | |
| No | |
| Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? | |
| No | |
| Is there COVID testing available for productions? | |
| Yes | |
| Do you have a PDF or jpg/png you'd like to share? Upload it here: | |
VIRGINIA
The following update was submitted on May 22, 2020 by the Virginia Film Office
Contact:
Virginia Film Office
+1 800.854.6233
www.film.virginia.org
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
Virginia is currently open to all safe, responsible production, following the suggested best health and safety practices set forth by the Virginia Department of Health, and Governor Northam’s Guidelines for All Business Sectors. These guidelines and more information are available on our website dedicated to COVID-19 impact updates: www.film.virginia.org/covid-
Overall, the majority of Virginia has entered Phase I of the Governor’s Forward Virginia plan, which eases public health restrictions on non-essential businesses, including public-facing, such as restaurants and retail. https://www.virginia.gov/
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes, USA restrictions are changing daily. Please visit https://www.state.gov/.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Virginians and those within the state are encouraged to avoid non-essential travel.
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Production and businesses not open to public are not under specific limits. They are encouraged to follow Governor Northam’s Guidelines for All Business Sectors, on our website mentioned above. Social gatherings are limited to 10 people through June 10.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Locations are operating on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out to film office staff for specific inquiries.
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
Please stay tuned to our website for all updates and latest safety guidelines for Virginia. www.film.virginia.org/covid-
If you have any additional questions, please reach out to the film office staff if you have any questions, and we are happy to discuss. +1 800.854.6233.
The information immediately below was provided on March 26, 2020 by Virginia Film Office
Contact:
VIRGINIA Film Office
+1 800.854.6233
www.film.virginia.org
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
10 person limit for any gathering as of 3/24/20
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes, USA restrictions are changing daily.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Encouraged to avoid non-essential travel from home
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
10
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Access only for media.
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
Stay home until advised otherwise by medical experts.
WASHINGTON
The following update was submitted on February 1, 2021by Washington Filmworks.
Contact:
Kendra Ann Sherrill, Production Services Coordinator
kendra@washingtonfilmworks.org
206-264-0667
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
As of January 2021, Washington State is in a two-phased regional reopening plan called Healthy Washington–Roadmap to Recovery. You can check the status of each region here. Currently, the motion picture industry is allowed to resume safe operations in all regions of the state. All productions must comply with the state’s set safety requirements as listed in the Motion Picture Production COVID-19 Requirements that was approved by the Governor’s Office and the Washington State Department of Health. In addition to the state guidance, Washington Filmworks’ new COVID Production Resource Page serves as a resource hub for things such as sourcing PPE, signage, safety videos, toolkits, production safety checklists, and additional best practice recommendations.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Please visit https://www.state.gov/
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Please visit https://coronavirus.wa.
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
All sizes of productions are allowed to operate if they are compliant with the state’s set safety requirements as listed in the Motion Picture Production COVID-19 Requirements. Some jurisdictions may have additional restrictions.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Due to furloughs, some locations and permitting entities may not be allowing filming at this time. Please check with the jurisdiction you plan on filming in or contact Washington Filmworks for information.
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
You can visit Washington Filmworks’ COVID Production Resource Page, which serves as a resource hub for things such as sourcing PPE, signage, safety videos, toolkits, production safety checklists, and additional best practice recommendations.
PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following update was submitted on July 16, 2020 by Washington Filmworks.
Contact:
Kendra Ann Sherrill, Production Services Coordinator
kendra@washingtonfilmworks.org
206-264-0667
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
As of July 8, the Governor's office has given the approval for the Washington motion picture industry to resume safe operations in any county currently in Phase 2 or 3 of the Governor’s Safe Start Washington Phased Reopening County by County Plan. You can check the current phase status of each county here. All productions must now comply with the state’s set safety requirements as listed in the Phase 2 Motion Picture Production COVID-19 Requirements that were approved by the Governor’s Office and the Washington State Department of Health. In addition to the state guidance, Washington Filmworks’ new COVID Production Resource Page serves as a resource hub for things such as sourcing PPE, signage, safety videos, toolkits, production safety checklists, and additional best practice recommendations.
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Please visit https://www.state.gov/ for more information.
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
Due to Washington’s four-phased re-opening approach, each county has different designated phases. All travel should be limited to essential travel and travel for essential activities until a county enters Phase 3. Please visit https://coronavirus.wa.gov/ and the Safe Start Washington Phased Reopening County by County Plan for more information.
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
All sizes of productions are allowed to operate if they are compliant with the state’s set safety requirements as listed in the Phase 2 Motion Picture Production COVID-19 Requirements.
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Please visit https://coronavirus.wa.gov/ for more information.
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
You can visit Washington Filmworks’ COVID Production Resource Page, which serves as a resource hub for things such as sourcing PPE, signage, safety videos, toolkits, production safety checklists, and additional best practice recommendations.
The following update was submitted on June 3, 2020 by Washington Filmworks.
Contact:
Kendra Ann Sherrill, Production Services Coordinator
kendra@washingtonfilmworks.org
206-264-0667
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
Yes. The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Please visit https://www.state.gov/
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
Please visit https://coronavirus.wa.
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
You can visit Washington Filmwork's COVID-19 Resource Google Doc for more WA film industry information: https://docs.
The following information was submitted on April 14, 2020 by Washington Filmworks.
Contact:
Kendra Ann Sherrill, Production Services Coordinator
kendra@washingtonfilmworks.org
206-264-0667
U.S. Virgin Islands
The following update was submitted on January 14, 2021, by Film US Virgin Islands.
Contact:
Luana Wheatley, Film Office Director
Please see the attached document for the latest travel advisories for the region:
PREVIOUS UPDATES
The following update was submitted on August 13, 2020 by Film US Virgin Islands.
Contact:
Luana Wheatley, Film Office Director
lawheatley@usvitourism.vi
Please see the attached document for the latest travel advisories for the US Virgin Islands:
USVI Travel Advisory - August 1
The following update was submitted on June 3, 2020 by Film US Virgin Islands.
Contact:
Luana Wheatley, Film Office Director
lawheatley@usvitourism.vi
340-244-2404
Attached is the most recent travel advisory for the USVI:
The following update was submitted on April 16, 2020 by Film US Virgin Islands.
Contact:
Luana Wheatley, Film Office Director
lawheatley@usvitourism.vi
340-244-2404
The U.S. Virgin Islands film community stands strong with industry professionals around the globe. No matter what space you occupy in the industry, our reality is mirrored. What we are facing will impact livelihoods, business practices and entire communities.
BUT, soon we will pivot to some appearance of normal. When this happens, studios will rise, productions will re-boot and an industry of unprecedented talent will be back on the job, serving as that essential workforce for commercials, TV, Film, Documentary, photography, music productions and every genre in the industry that entertains us.
Travel updates can be found at www.usviupdate.com.
Stay SAFE, be SMART, always CREATIVE.
The information immediately below was provided on March 26, 2020, by Film U.S. Virgin Islands
Contact:
Film USVI
Luana Wheatley
Director, U.S. Virgin Islands Film Office
http://www.filmusvi.comIt is still possible to travel to the U.S. Virgin Islands by commercial airline or private jet. Passengers will have to take a temperature test upon landing administered by the Department of Heath. Additionally, passengers arriving from NY or California may be asked to self-quarantine for 14 days. We expect anyone choosing to come to the USVI exercise the utmost caution and be mindful of health of our community. Our airports and seaports can not close without federal mandate.
The Governor of the US Virgin Islands has: ordered all accommodation types to cease accepting reservations/guests for the next 30 days (exceptions exist for certain business travelers); bars/restaurants are closed for in-house seating but takeout options are available; passenger numbers on inter-island ferries is limited; and many non-essential businesses are closed until further notice. No curfew is currently in place.
Many of our offices are closed in order to flatten out the curve and keep everyone safe. The Governor has also advised that we STAY HOME. We are practicing social distancing when we have to visit locations such as grocery/big box stores and general retail locations.
Updated information is available at www.usviupdate.com; www.vi.gov; and www.doh.vi.gov.
We look forward to welcoming back productions when it has been deemed safe to travel.
Stay safe. Be smart.
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Information immediately below was provided on March 23rd 2020 by:
Luana Wheatley
lawheatley@usvitourism.vi
340-244-2404Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
There is no government mandate currently that would shut down a production. No island-wide quarantine has been issued as yet.Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
As of today, 3/19, there are no travel restrictions in the territory.Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
No travel restrictions.Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Limit is 10. This was just announced.Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
National Parks on St. John and St. Croix, U.S. Virgin IslandsIs there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
Because we are a U.S. Territory, we follow the same health and safety precautions as the continental United States.
OCEANIA
FIJI
Information about guidelines and protocols may be found by visiting the website of the Fijian Ministry of Health and Medical Services:
http://www.health.gov.fj/media-release-12-covid-19-novel-coronavirus/
NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand - National
The following information was submitted on March 15, 2021 by the New Zealand Film Commission.
Contact:
Philippa Mossman, Head of International Screen Attraction
| Is your region/country open for Production? | |
| Yes | |
| Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? | |
| No | |
| Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? | |
| Yes | |
| Is there COVID testing available for productions? | |
| Yes | |
RECENT UPDATES
The following information was submitted November 24th, 2020 by New Zealand Film Commission.
Contact:
Jacqui Wood International Enquiries Executive Jacqui.wood@nzfilm.co.nz
+64 438 27680
The following information was submitted March 24, 2020 by New Zealand Film Commission.
Contact:
Philippa Mossman
philippa.mossman@nzfc.co.nz
+64 21 423 083
Is there currently a government mandate shutting down production in your jurisdiction?
NO
Are there travel restrictions coming into the country?
YES
https://covid19.govt.nz/
Are there travel restrictions within your jurisdiction?
N/A - NO
all of NZ approach
Are there limits on the number of people who can congregate/work in one place?
Work restrictions not currently applying.
Gatherings of over 100 not permitted indoors
https://covid19.govt.nz/
Are you aware of any locations temporarily shut down to filming?
NO
Is there any additional information you wish to provide, that may be useful to productions?
www.nzfc.co.nz
Auckland
The following information was provided on March 1, 2021 by Screen Auckland.
Contact:
Kirsty Donoghue, Screen Attraction Executive
kirsty.donoghue@aucklandnz.com
(027) 267-8445
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Bay of Plenty
The following information was received on March 3, 2021 by Film Bay of Plenty.
Contact:
Anton Steel, CEO
| anton@filmbayofplenty.com |
027-437-6377
| Is your region/country open for Production? | |
| Yes | |
| Is Pandemic Insurance available for filming in your region? | |
| Yes | |
| Are there travel restrictions or a quarantine period for people entering your region? | |
| Quarantine period entering into New Zealand | |
| Is there COVID testing available for productions? | |
| Yes | |
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Canterbury, NZ
The following information was submitted May 18, 2020 by Screen CanterburyNZ.
Contact:
Bree Loverich, Manager bree.loverich@christchurch.nz.com +64273488841
Film Queenstown Lakes
The following update was provided on December 14, 2020 by Film Queenstown Lakes.
Contact:
Kahli Scott, Film Office Coordinator
+64 3 441 0475