WHAT ARE THE PRODUCTION INCENTIVES IN QC?
To make Quezon City a preferred filming destination, QCFC offers a combination of financial and logistical incentives, including:
Expedited Permit Processing through the One-Stop-Shop Permit System
Discounted or Waived Location Fees for filming in government-owned spaces
Access to City-Owned Equipment & Facilities for eligible productions
Liaison Assistance for coordination with barangays and local agencies
CASH & PERMIT INCENTIVES
PERMIT FEE DISCOUNTS
Certain productions, especially those promoting local culture and heritage, may qualify for reduced permit fees.
CASH REBATES
Productions that significantly contribute to Quezon City’s economic and cultural development may be eligible for tax rebates on local services.
PUBLIC SPACE FILMING SUPPORT
Fees for shooting in government properties such as parks, roads, and historical sites may be reduced or waived for qualifying projects
SUPPORT FOR LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTIONS
Quezon City actively welcomes both local and international filmmakers, providing:
English Assistance for foreign productions to help navigate local regulations
Collaboration with Local Production Houses for co-productions and logistical support
Customized Location Scouting Assistance for productions unfamiliar with the city
Networking & Industry Events through QCinema and the QCinema Project Market (QPM)
FUNDING AND GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
Filmmakers can access various incentives through:
QCinema Project Market (QPM) Grants – Supporting Filipino and Southeast Asian film projects with co-production funding.
Development & Post-Production Support – Offered through QCFC and partner organizations.
Private Sponsorship Matching – Connecting filmmakers with potential investors and corporate sponsors.
HOW TO APPLY
STEP 1
Check Eligibility
STEP 2
Prepare Required Documents
STEP 3
Submit an Application
STEP 4
Evaluation & Approval
STEP 5
Networking, Industry & Project Markets