Filming in Tunisia

Finding a fixer
in Tunisia

Teaming up with Tunisia Fixer makes sense if you’re planning on filming in Tunisia. As a company of local, experienced film experts we can help you with every aspect of your project from applying for visas and film permits to ensuring you have a good understanding of the cultural behavior. From experience, we also know that it’s not always easy for non-locals to find a skilled crew or up-to-date filming equipment. As your fixer in Tunisia, we’ll use our contacts to get both for you.

Visa for Tunisia

Tunisia has been a filming destination since the 1970s, and since then the government has made it even easier for certain countries to film here. For example, filmmakers who are US or EU citizens don’t need to apply for a work visa. Other countries will have to apply to their embassies and consulates to enable filming in Tunisia, but the process is relatively straightforward. In any case, we’ll be here to help you if you find any part of it a challenge.

Film Permits Tunisia

To film anywhere in Tunisia you only need one general permit, which covers the entirety of your filming time here. As your Fixer in Tunisia, we can help you with the application; it must be made to the Ministry of Culture and takes a few days to be processed. However, while the general permit allows you to film in public places such as the ruins of Carthage and Sidi Bou Said, shooting in private locations will mean getting additional permits and will likely involve a fee.

Special equipment
renting info

It’s not always easy to find the right filming equipment in Tunisia. However, as your local film fixer, we can help out. We’ve developed strong relationships with several leading national film equipment rental companies over the years and not only can we book the film gear you need, but we can do so at competitive prices too. This means you don’t have to worry about having the right equipment or undertaking the transport of specialized film kits from another country.

Cultural facts

Tunisia is a predominantly Muslim country and it’s essential that visiting filmmakers are respectful of the overall culture and religious practices. Dress modestly (no matter how hot it is!), particularly in rural areas and avoid physical contact – even a handshake – with the opposite sex. Also, having a general film permit doesn’t allow you to film who you want; if you are taking b-roll in the street, don’t focus on specific people or, if you want to, ask their permission before filming.

Weather when filming in Tunisia

Though coastal areas like Tunis and Sousse enjoy a Mediterranean climate, the country also boasts desert regions, which means filming in Tunisia can be a sweltering experience! We’ve been consultants on many foreign films shot in the desert, helping teams protect cameras and other equipment from sand abrasion brought on by gusts of blowing sand and also ensuring they understand the real danger of heat exhaustion and heat stroke when working the long 10+ days that many production companies do.

Tax rebate in Tunisia

Tunisia has been the backdrop for major films like The English Patient and Star Wars: Attack of the Clones. As a result, the government now offers great incentives to attract further foreign filmmakers. These include VAT exemptions on all production costs. Additionally, if your project enhances Tunisia’s image, you might qualify for a government grant. As your film fixer in Tunisia, we’ll guide you through the practicalities of applying for these incentives helping you secure the best possible financial support for your project.