Thanh Hoa Province

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Financial support policies for film production in Thanh Hoa Province

Thanh Hoa, a land of "extraordinary people and sacred earth," serves as the gateway connecting Northern and Central Vietnam, offering one of the most diverse natural and historical landscapes in the North. The beauty of Thanh Hoa is vividly captured through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Citadel of the Ho Dynasty, national historical and spiritual monuments such as Lam Kinh and Ba Trieu Temple, and a diverse ecosystem ranging from the pristine forests of Pu Luong and Ben En to bustling beaches like Sam Son and Hai Tien. Beyond its deep traditional culture and unique local cuisine, Thanh Hoa today asserts its position as a dynamic economic and service hub with comprehensive transport infrastructure (expressways, Nghi Son seaport, etc.) and a rapidly developing system of accommodation and production logistics. For filmmakers, Thanh Hoa offers the potential of a large-scale "open studio" with diverse filming locations. The seamless transition from ancient citadel architecture and majestic nature to modern urban life and coastal scenery makes Thanh Hoa an ideal destination, fully catering to historical dramas, period pieces, action films, documentaries, and commercial media projects.

Overview

Processing time around 6 days

Well-developed infrastructure

Field support

Diverse locations

SUPPORT TYPES IN THANH HOA PROVINCE

Support / fee waiver policies

Investment incentives and direct financial support for projects focused on the development of the film industry and cultural creativity.Condition: Organizations and individuals with film production projects or those utilizing cultural heritage sites within Thanh Hoa province.
Value Added Tax (VAT) refund for expenses incurred during film production and shooting in Thanh Hoa province.Condition: Film projects with foreign involvement that meet the criteria for promoting Vietnamese culture, tourism, and the country and its people.
Exemption or reduction of entrance and filming fees at state-managed historical sites and scenic landmarks.Condition: Applicable to documentaries, promotional projects, and non-commercial tourism campaigns. Requires an official approval letter from the Thanh Hoa Department of Culture and Sports.

Logistics support

Authorization for the partial use of sidewalks and roadways for mobile parking and the staging of filming equipment.Condition: Requires a valid filming permit and written approval of the traffic diversion plan from the Department of Transport or the District People's Committee.
Priority processing for temporary import and re-export procedures for specialized filming machinery and equipment from abroad.Condition: Applicable to international co-production projects, provided that all documentation and a comprehensive equipment manifest are submitted to Customs authorities in advance.
Local authorities will coordinate traffic control, temporary cordoning, and ensure security and order at public filming locations.Condition: Submit an official request letter along with the scene breakdown to the local Ward/District Police at least 3 to 5 working days in advance.

Accommodation support

Special preferential rates (10% - 30% discount off the listed price) apply to 3-5 star hotel chains within Thanh Hoa province.Condition: Film crews must book a large volume of rooms (typically 10 rooms or more) or commit to a long-term stay at accommodation facilities that are official partners (Vendors) of the platform.
Support in connecting film crews with Thanh Hoa City's tourism stimulus packages (including discounted room rates, complimentary vouchers for dining, laundry services, and script-reading meeting rooms).Condition: Film projects must directly contribute to the promotion of Thanh Hoa's culture and tourism, and must possess official confirmation or sponsorship from the Thanh Hoa Department of Tourism or the Thanh Hoa Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
We provide a network of serviced apartments and homestays near filming locations, offering exclusive monthly rental discounts for production crews, logistics teams, or cast members requiring privacy.Condition: The production team must sign a long-term accommodation contract (exceeding 15 days or 1 month) facilitated by the local field support coordinator.

International crew / project support

Support for filming permit procedures for projects involving foreign elements.Condition: Film projects invested in or co-produced by foreign organizations or individuals, with scripts compliant with the regulations of the Vietnam Cinema Law.
Priority customs clearance procedures (temporary import and re-export of equipment) for equipment brought into Vietnam from abroad.Condition: The production crew must have been granted a filming permit in Vietnam and must provide an equipment inventory (packing list) that matches the customs declaration documents.
Support for visa and entry proceduresCondition: The film crew/cast list must be approved by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism or other competent authorities.