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Permits & Procedures

Filming procedures & workflow guide
for foreign film crews

I. Procedures, Permit Applications, Visas & Costs by Production Type

II. CUSTOMS, TAXES & SPECIAL LOCATIONS

III. LOOK UP REGULATIONS BY PROVINCE / CITY

PAI provides procedure guidance for reference only. PAI does not issue permits or receive applications; crews apply directly to the competent authorities listed below.

ContentReceiving / applicable agencyProcessing timeFee / chargeNotes
Filming permit authorityDepartment of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dong Nai Province0 daysFree of chargeNo. 2 Nguyen Van Tri Street, Tran Bien Ward, Dong Nai Province
Drone regulationsDepartment of Operations - General Staff6 daysNo data available- A fine of 2 to 3 million VND for operating without registration, flight licensing, or organizing flights in unauthorized areas and times. - A fine of 8 to 9 million VND for conducting aerial filming or photography without a license. - A fine of 20 to 30 million VND for organizing flight activities without a permit from the competent authority. - A fine of 30 to 40 million VND for obstructing or compromising the safety of other aircraft. - In addition to monetary fines, the Decree also stipulates supplementary penalties such as confiscation of equipment and suspension of flight permits for 3 to 6 months. Notably, if the violator is an organization, the fine will be doubled compared to that for an individual.
Local fire safety requirementsCommune/Ward People's Committee where the filming location is situated; Police/Fire Prevention and Rescue Police Department having jurisdiction; location management unit3 daysNo data availableFilm crews must comply with fire prevention and fighting (PCCC) and search and rescue (CNCH) regulations, location rules, and requirements from competent authorities/agencies. Depending on the type of location, crew scale, equipment, props, and the nature of the scenes, requirements for inspection, safety assurance, or related procedures may arise in accordance with regulations.
Agency contact informationDepartment of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dong Nai ProvinceNo data availableFree of charge02513.822.038 / bbtsvhttdldn@gmail.com

  • Filming permit authority

    Receiving / applicable agency
    Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dong Nai Province
    Processing time
    0 days
    Fee / charge
    Free of charge
    Notes
    No. 2 Nguyen Van Tri Street, Tran Bien Ward, Dong Nai Province

  • Drone regulations

    Receiving / applicable agency
    Department of Operations - General Staff
    Processing time
    6 days
    Fee / charge
    No data available
    Notes
    - A fine of 2 to 3 million VND for operating without registration, flight licensing, or organizing flights in unauthorized areas and times. - A fine of 8 to 9 million VND for conducting aerial filming or photography without a license. - A fine of 20 to 30 million VND for organizing flight activities without a permit from the competent authority. - A fine of 30 to 40 million VND for obstructing or compromising the safety of other aircraft. - In addition to monetary fines, the Decree also stipulates supplementary penalties such as confiscation of equipment and suspension of flight permits for 3 to 6 months. Notably, if the violator is an organization, the fine will be doubled compared to that for an individual.

  • Local fire safety requirements

    Receiving / applicable agency
    Commune/Ward People's Committee where the filming location is situated; Police/Fire Prevention and Rescue Police Department having jurisdiction; location management unit
    Processing time
    3 days
    Fee / charge
    No data available
    Notes
    Film crews must comply with fire prevention and fighting (PCCC) and search and rescue (CNCH) regulations, location rules, and requirements from competent authorities/agencies. Depending on the type of location, crew scale, equipment, props, and the nature of the scenes, requirements for inspection, safety assurance, or related procedures may arise in accordance with regulations.

  • Agency contact information

    Receiving / applicable agency
    Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dong Nai Province
    Processing time
    No data available
    Fee / charge
    Free of charge
    Notes
    02513.822.038 / bbtsvhttdldn@gmail.com

IV. LEGAL DOCUMENTS

No legal documents available.

V. SPECIAL REGULATIONS (SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED)