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Page 1 Visiting
Page 2 Entitlements
Page 3 Surcharges
Page 4 Entry
Page 5 Cancellations
Page 6 Filming
Page 7-9 Open Areas
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Tourist Authority of Bhutan - Filming in Bhutan

The following is an excerpt from the official Bhutan Tourism Authority's rules and policies booklet.

The rules and rates for filming in Bhutan differ from that of normal treks and tours. Tourists or professionals intent on filming in Bhutan must abide by the Bhutanese Filing Regulations, 1995, available with the implementing agency, the Tourism Authority of Bhutan. (the regulation does not apply to feature or cinematographic films)

Applications for a filming permit must be submitted to the Tourism Authority of Bhutan at least 30 days in advance. The application must be accompanied by:

   a) synopsis of the film ~ theme/background/objective/purpose/
   b) specific locations/objects/activities
   c) composition of the team and list of equipment,
      accessories/ consumables
      (members of the team will have to pay the full daily tourist tariff)
   d)letter of recommendation from sponsoring agency
      (application forms can be obtained from the TAB
      on payment of Nu 300.)

FILMING ROYALTY

First 30 Minutes or part thereof ~ US$10,000
Next 30 Minutes or part thereof ~ US$6,000
Every additional 30 Minutes or part thereof US$3,000

In addition a security deposit of US$5,000 must be deposited with the TAB. This deposit will be refunded upon completion of the film to the satisfaction of the TAB.

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