License for Foreign Filmmaking in Indonesia
Corporate Secretary Service Indonesia – Recognizing the need to promote and support the development and growth of the local film industry, the Indonesian government has opened the sector to foreign investment. The opening up of the film industry to foreign investors is certainly an inflection point for the Indonesian film and movie-making industry as it provides many promising business opportunities for foreign investors and hence, triggers the interest of foreigners who now want to sample this profit-making industry.
The opening up of the filmmaking and movie sector is part of the efforts of professional associations in Indonesia. They have urged the government to revise the Negative Investment List with higher foreign ownership for sectors related to the film industry such as technical services, production, distribution, exhibition and cinemas. Currently, with more than 260 million Indonesians, there are no more than 1,500 movie screens in the country, making Indonesia the most impenetrable filmmaking market in the world.
For foreigners who are ready to venture into the filmmaking industry in Indonesia, this article presents information that can help you learn more about the required permits.
Location Permits
Obtaining a location permit is mandatory for foreigners who wish to film or shoot video in Indonesia, when the film location is considered government land or national property.
There are other conditions that require you to also apply for a location permit. For example, location permits are required for filming and commercials in major cities and government buildings, nature and wildlife documentary filming in exotic locations, and video recording or photography in wedding destinations.
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Procedures and Requirements for Location and Filming Permits
Location permits for filming and video shooting are granted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Indonesia. In addition to the location permit, you will also need a permit for video and filming. Approval or denial will be issued within seven working days, if the application is complete. It is recommended that you submit the application 6-8 weeks before the scheduled filming.
Foreign companies are required to submit the application along with the required documents through the Indonesian Representative Office in their home country.
Documents and information that must be included include:
- Signed application form and letter of intent
- Resumes of applicants and crew members
- Letter with production purpose
- Date of company establishment and company profile
- Names and job titles of crew members
- Solvency letter from bank guarantors in home country and Indonesia
- Copy of passports of all crew members
- Schedule and location of filming
- Screenplay and movie synopsis
- List of filming equipment along with a statement of re-export after production is completed in Indonesia
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