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The regulation does not apply to feature and cinematographic films
Applications for a filming permit must be submitted to the Tourism Authority of Bhutan at least 30 days in advance. The application must be accompanied by: Synopsis of the film – theme/ background/objective/purpose. Specific location/objects/activities. Composition of the team and list of equipment, accessories/consumables (members of the team will have to pay the full daily tourist tariff)
Letter of recommendation from sponsoring agency (Application forms can be obtained from the Department of tourism of Bhutan on payment of Nu.300 or equivalent of US$ 10)
Filming Royalty
First 30 minutes or part thereof – US$ 10,000.
Next 30 minutes or part thereof – US$ 60,000.
Every additional 30 minutes or part thereof – US$ 3000
In addition a security deposit of US$ 5,000 must be deposited with the Tourism Authority of Bhutan. This deposit will be refunded upon completion of the film to the satisfaction of the Tourism Authority of Bhutan.
Filming Tour
The regulation does not apply to feature and cinematographic films
Applications for a filming permit must be submitted to the Tourism Authority of Bhutan at least 30 days in advance. The application must be accompanied by: Synopsis of the film – theme/ background/objective/purpose. Specific location/objects/activities. Composition of the team and list of equipment, accessories/consumables (members of the team will have to pay the full daily tourist tariff)
Letter of recommendation from sponsoring agency (Application forms can be obtained from the Department of tourism of Bhutan on payment of Nu.300 or equivalent of US$ 10)
Filming Royalty
First 30 minutes or part thereof – US$ 10,000.
Next 30 minutes or part thereof – US$ 60,000.
Every additional 30 minutes or part thereof – US$ 3000
In addition a security deposit of US$ 5,000 must be deposited with the Tourism Authority of Bhutan. This deposit will be refunded upon completion of the film to the satisfaction of the Tourism Authority of Bhutan.