Bach Dang Wharf
Ton Duc Thang Street, Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
Production ready
PAI 3.3
Crew size: Large (50+)
Processing time: 6 days
Category: Pier / wharf
Bach Dang Wharf - A riverside space in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. Bach Dang Wharf is a riverside area along the Saigon River, featuring a combination of parks, a water terminal, and urban landscapes. Located in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, it offers park spaces, river views, and a pier. It is a public space closely linked to the city's water transport and tourism activities. Associated with the city's riverside urban development, Bach Dang Wharf provides an open backdrop featuring water, piers, and the city skyline. The space is ideal for wide shots, tracking shots along the riverbank, and camera angles that combine the water surface with urban architecture. This location is suitable for contemporary feature films, documentaries, and urban-themed projects, especially scenes requiring the recognizable identity of Ho Chi Minh City. Filming must be coordinated with the management authority to ensure safety, traffic flow, cleanliness, and the continuity of public activities. Content summary: PTIT. Photo source: Internet.
Location fees
General information
Charging model
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Deposit
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Notes
Current laws do not stipulate a standard fee rate. Film crews must contact the location management unit directly for specific guidance.
Filming location fee schedule
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Applicable policy
Fee discount/waiver policy
Preferential policies are available for domestic and international film crews.
Applicable conditions
Production crews must submit an official request letter detailing the crew size and filming schedule, and may be required to submit a script or synopsis for the management unit's review and approval: - For international film crews: Applications must be submitted to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to obtain a License for Providing Film Production Services Using Locations in Vietnam. Processing time is 20 days from the receipt of a complete and valid dossier. - For domestic film crews: No permit is required from state management agencies for cinema, but direct permission must be obtained from the agency or unit managing the location.
Location rules
Permits: A formal request letter must be submitted to the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports and the Management Center of Saigon Walking Street and Parks prior to using the space for filming.
Safety: Do not position cameras, vehicles, cables, props, or equipment in areas that obstruct walkways or public activities. When filming near the river edge, safety measures must be implemented for cast, crew, and equipment.
Landscape Preservation: Do not drill, nail, glue, paint, or fix equipment to structures, infrastructure, or landscape features. Do not damage trees, lawns, paving, railings, or public facilities.
Cleanliness: Do not litter, discharge waste, or pollute the Saigon River. Upon completion of filming, all props, materials, cables, and waste must be cleared and removed.
Infrastructure
Accessibility
Canoe
Boat
16-45 seat vehicle
Car / 16-seat vehicle
Container truck
Motorbike
Production support
Drone filming allowed
Night filming allowed
Facilities
Near hospital
4G/5G internet
Waiting area
Set building area
Water source
Restrooms
Location map
Contact information
Temperature
28°C
Feels like 32.4°C
Weather
Mưa nhẹ
Humidity 75%
Wind direction
Northeast
13.8 m/s
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