First of all you need a Local Coordinator. Himalayan Fixer takes care of all the filming permit application process and processing them through the right channels or government departments.

Film Professionals looking for filming in Nepal and a professional fixer to take care of all the problems can hire Himalayan Fixer. Fixer takes care of Translation, Permits, Transportation and equipment hire in Nepal.

You can hire Fixer or a local film production company as a coordinator. Himalayan Fixer specialize in working for filmmakers from around the globe.

TV commercials, documentaries, music videos,TV programs, feature films, mini- series,TV serials, etc that do not contain any negative connotation or unfavorable message about Nepal and its people can apply for permission at the Ministry of Information and Communications.

The process will be completed within 10-15 working days depending on the type of film requirement.

The required documents are as follows:
1. A letter made by the assigned local coordinator, informing the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology of the purpose of applying for the shooting permit.
2. An assignment letter made by the foreign filmmaker, showing that they have already chosen and hired a local coordinator.
3. Application form provided.
4. Storyboard/ Synopsis stating briefly about the film.
5. A schedule of filming in Nepal specifying period of filming and shooting locations.
6. Name-list, passport numbers, positions and arrival dates of all foreign film crews.

Himalayan Fixer will provide the details and can support to help prepare the necessary documents

Permission will be issued after your script has been studied. If it is not acceptable, the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology will give you the reasons.Whether you agree to make changes to your script is entirely up to you.

When applying for filming in Nepal, it is advisable that you do not have anything in the script that offends Nepal’s national institutions, religion, customs and culture.The film must not be deemed as a threat to security. Finally, shooting must not cause any significant effect/damage on the natural environment.

Location fees and other production matters should be discussed with the appointed local coordinator.This is why it is essential to appoint an experienced coordinator. S/he will deal with all the production issues.

The duty of the Ministry’s representative or Liaison Officer is to make sure that what is actually being shot has followed the script that has been approved by the Ministry. In case the scenes vary from the script, the representative is there to advice as to whether it is possible to shoot those scenes or not.

Crews intending to stay in Nepal within the filming permit period can acquire a tourist visa.

No, they don’t.

Yes, you do. Shooting without a permit is a violation of the law.