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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 Lai Chau Province6 daysFree of charge5th Floor, Building D, Provincial Administrative - Political Center Complex, Tan Phong Ward, Lai Chau City
Drone regulationsOperations Department - General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army5 daysSubject to official government administrative fee schedules; specific costs are determined based on the scope and duration of the flight permit.- Fine of 2 to 3 million VND for failing to register, obtain flight permits, or operating in unauthorized areas or outside permitted times. - Fine of 8 to 9 million VND for filming or taking aerial photographs without a permit. - Fine of 20 to 30 million VND for organizing flight operations without authorization from competent authorities. - Fine of 30 to 40 million VND for causing obstruction or compromising the safety of other aircraft. - In addition to monetary fines, the Decree stipulates supplementary penalties such as equipment confiscation and suspension of flight permits for 3 to 6 months. Notably, if the violator is an organization, the fine is doubled compared to that for an individual.
Local fire safety requirementsCommune/Ward People's Committee of the filming location; Police/Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue Police Division having jurisdiction; venue management unitNo data availableFees are calculated based on the complexity of the safety plan and the deployment of personnel or equipment required for the production site.Film crews must comply with fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue (PCCC & CNCH) regulations, venue rules, and requirements from competent agencies/units. Depending on the venue type, crew size, equipment, props, and nature of the scenes, there may be requirements for inspections, safety assurance, or related administrative procedures in accordance with regulations.
Agency contact informationDepartment of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Lai Chau ProvinceNo data availableFree of charge02133.798.992 / sovhttdl@laichau.gov.vn

  • Filming permit authority

    Receiving / applicable agency
    Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Lai Chau Province
    Processing time
    6 days
    Fee / charge
    Free of charge
    Notes
    5th Floor, Building D, Provincial Administrative - Political Center Complex, Tan Phong Ward, Lai Chau City

  • Drone regulations

    Receiving / applicable agency
    Operations Department - General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army
    Processing time
    5 days
    Fee / charge
    Subject to official government administrative fee schedules; specific costs are determined based on the scope and duration of the flight permit.
    Notes
    - Fine of 2 to 3 million VND for failing to register, obtain flight permits, or operating in unauthorized areas or outside permitted times. - Fine of 8 to 9 million VND for filming or taking aerial photographs without a permit. - Fine of 20 to 30 million VND for organizing flight operations without authorization from competent authorities. - Fine of 30 to 40 million VND for causing obstruction or compromising the safety of other aircraft. - In addition to monetary fines, the Decree stipulates supplementary penalties such as equipment confiscation and suspension of flight permits for 3 to 6 months. Notably, if the violator is an organization, the fine is doubled compared to that for an individual.

  • Local fire safety requirements

    Receiving / applicable agency
    Commune/Ward People's Committee of the filming location; Police/Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue Police Division having jurisdiction; venue management unit
    Processing time
    No data available
    Fee / charge
    Fees are calculated based on the complexity of the safety plan and the deployment of personnel or equipment required for the production site.
    Notes
    Film crews must comply with fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue (PCCC & CNCH) regulations, venue rules, and requirements from competent agencies/units. Depending on the venue type, crew size, equipment, props, and nature of the scenes, there may be requirements for inspections, safety assurance, or related administrative procedures in accordance with regulations.

  • Agency contact information

    Receiving / applicable agency
    Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Lai Chau Province
    Processing time
    No data available
    Fee / charge
    Free of charge
    Notes
    02133.798.992 / sovhttdl@laichau.gov.vn

IV. LEGAL DOCUMENTS

No legal documents available.

V. SPECIAL REGULATIONS (SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED)