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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 Lam Dong Province6 daysFree of charge2nd Floor, 9-Storey Building, No. 36 Tran Phu, Xuan Huong Ward, Da Lat
Drone regulationsOperations Department - General Staff6 daysAdministrative processing fees apply; specific costs are determined based on the scope of the flight plan and the number of drone units.- Fines ranging from 2 to 3 million VND for failing to register, obtain flight permits, or operating flights in unauthorized areas or outside permitted times. - Fines ranging from 8 to 9 million VND for filming and taking aerial photographs without a permit. - Fines ranging from 20 to 30 million VND for organizing flight operations without authorization from competent authorities. - Fines ranging from 30 to 40 million VND for obstructing or compromising the safety of other aircraft. - In addition to monetary fines, the Decree stipulates supplementary penalties such as: confiscation of equipment, suspension of flight permit privileges 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 of the filming location; Police/Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue Police Department having jurisdiction; venue management unit6 daysFees for fire safety inspection and standby services vary depending on the location risk assessment and the duration of the filming activity.Filming crews must comply with fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue (PCCC & CNCH) regulations, local venue rules, and requirements from competent authorities. Depending on the type of location, crew size, equipment, props, and the nature of the scenes, requirements for inspection, safety assurance, or related administrative procedures may apply in accordance with regulations.
Agency contact informationDepartment of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Lam Dong ProvinceNo data availableFree of charge02633.822.141 / svhttdl@lamdong.gov.vn

  • Filming permit authority

    Receiving / applicable agency
    Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Lam Dong Province
    Processing time
    6 days
    Fee / charge
    Free of charge
    Notes
    2nd Floor, 9-Storey Building, No. 36 Tran Phu, Xuan Huong Ward, Da Lat

  • Drone regulations

    Receiving / applicable agency
    Operations Department - General Staff
    Processing time
    6 days
    Fee / charge
    Administrative processing fees apply; specific costs are determined based on the scope of the flight plan and the number of drone units.
    Notes
    - Fines ranging from 2 to 3 million VND for failing to register, obtain flight permits, or operating flights in unauthorized areas or outside permitted times. - Fines ranging from 8 to 9 million VND for filming and taking aerial photographs without a permit. - Fines ranging from 20 to 30 million VND for organizing flight operations without authorization from competent authorities. - Fines ranging from 30 to 40 million VND for obstructing or compromising the safety of other aircraft. - In addition to monetary fines, the Decree stipulates supplementary penalties such as: confiscation of equipment, suspension of flight permit privileges 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 of the filming location; Police/Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue Police Department having jurisdiction; venue management unit
    Processing time
    6 days
    Fee / charge
    Fees for fire safety inspection and standby services vary depending on the location risk assessment and the duration of the filming activity.
    Notes
    Filming crews must comply with fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue (PCCC & CNCH) regulations, local venue rules, and requirements from competent authorities. Depending on the type of location, crew size, equipment, props, and the nature of the scenes, requirements for inspection, safety assurance, or related administrative procedures may apply in accordance with regulations.

  • Agency contact information

    Receiving / applicable agency
    Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Lam Dong Province
    Processing time
    No data available
    Fee / charge
    Free of charge
    Notes
    02633.822.141 / svhttdl@lamdong.gov.vn

IV. LEGAL DOCUMENTS

No legal documents available.

V. SPECIAL REGULATIONS (SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED)