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PRODUCTION-READYPAI 75.0

Ha Noi City

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Overview

Hanoi, a capital with a thousand years of civilization, is a canvas where the past and the present intersect. The ancient beauty of the city is clearly reflected through its 36 old quarters, historical relics that preserve ancient cultural features, and charming Indochinese architecture. Alongside its nostalgic appearance, modern Hanoi is vibrant with contemporary infrastructure, a bustling urban nightlife, and world-renowned street food. Especially for filmmakers, Hanoi is like an invaluable "open-air studio". The diversity from ancient heritage spaces to modern urban settings, combined with a professional logistics network, makes the Capital an unmissable ideal destination.

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PROCEDURES & PERMITS

Average permit processing time
6 days
Receiving agency
Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports
Submission address
47 Hang Dau, Hang Bac Ward, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
Contact email
vanthu_sovhtt@hanoi.gov.vn
Contact information
02438.255.078
Permit workflow
  1. Step 1:Prepare the application documents (synopsis, crew list, and specific filming schedule and locations).
  2. Step 2:Submit the application at the One-Stop Shop of the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports.
  3. Step 3:Awaiting review, location justification (if requested), and license issuance.
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FEATURED LOCATIONS IN HA NOI CITY

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  • Thuy Trung Tien TempleScouted on site by PAI

    Thuy Trung Tien Temple

    PAI 75.0

    Ha Noi City

  • National Library of VietnamScouted on site by PAI

    National Library of Vietnam

    PAI 75.0

    Ha Noi City

  • Tran Quoc PagodaScouted on site by PAI

    Tran Quoc Pagoda

    PAI 75.0

    Ha Noi City

  • National Military History MuseumScouted on site by PAI

    National Military History Museum

    PAI 75.0

    Ha Noi City

  • Trang Tien - Ly Thai To ClusterScouted on site by PAI

    Trang Tien - Ly Thai To Cluster

    PAI 75.0

    Ha Noi City

  • Lotte Tay HoScouted on site by PAI

    Lotte Tay Ho

    PAI 75.0

    Ha Noi City

INFRASTRUCTURE

A. Access & accommodation

  • Transport infrastructure

    International airport, Railway station, Urban railway

  • Vehicle accessibility

    Container truck accessible, Large truck accessible, 16-45 seat coach accessible, 16-seat van and car accessible, Motorbike and light vehicles only

  • Accommodation quality

    20 4-5 star hotels, 200 3-star hotels, 1000 homestays

B. Operational support capacity

  • Transport & mobility support

    Specialized equipment trucks, 16-45 seat coach rental, Taxi, Ride-hailing services

  • Equipment availability

    Full specialized equipment available

  • Local support manpower

    Extras / background actors, Loading crew, Drivers, Security, Logistics crew

FINANCIAL SUPPORT & INCENTIVES

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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 projects involving film production and the utilization of cultural heritage sites within the territory of Hanoi.)
  • Value Added Tax (VAT) refund for expenses incurred during film production and shooting in Hanoi. (Condition: Film projects with foreign elements 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 Hanoi 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 fast-track processing for temporary import and re-export procedures regarding specialized filming machinery and equipment from abroad. (Condition: Applicable to international co-production film projects, provided that complete documentation and a detailed equipment manifest are declared in advance to the Customs authorities.)
  • 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 shooting script to the local Ward/District Police at least 03 - 05 working days in advance.)

Accommodation support

  • Special preferential rates (10% - 30% discount off the listed price) are applied to 3-5 star hotel chains within Hanoi. (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.)
  • Facilitating connections for film crews to access Hanoi City's tourism stimulus packages (including discounted room rates, complimentary vouchers for dining, laundry services, and meeting rooms for script readings). (Condition: Applicable to film projects that directly contribute to the promotion of Hanoi's culture and tourism, and possess official confirmation or sponsorship from the Hanoi Department of Tourism or the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports.)
  • We provide a network of serviced apartments and homestays near filming locations, offering exclusive monthly rental discounts tailored 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 designated 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 procedures (Condition: The film crew/cast list must be approved by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism or other competent authorities.)