Frequently Asked Questions

In general it takes us around 1-3 business days to obtain film permits from INICC but again, it depends on the complexity of the project to be filmed in Mozambique. Kindly contact us to discuss different options on Filming in Mozambique.

• Title of the Project to be Filmed in Mozambique
• Copy of passport scans
• Copy of international business licence/ Company number for UK production companies
• Short contract/Agreement between Niigma and the international company
• Budget and schedule of the project
• Executive summary/Treatment/Script of the project
• Tentative or locked filming Locations in Mozambique
• List of cast and crew positions to be sourced in Mozambique (if applicable)
• Gear list to be sourced in Mozambique (if applicable)
• Gear list to be brought to Mozambique for the shoot (if applicable)
• Permit fee & Service fee for Niigma (Niigma’s payable in full upon obtaining the permit(s).
• Production Insurance for the project or your company’s general liability insurance ( We can also use our insurance copy for the permit purpose in the event you are renewing your insurance).

Each project is different but we can match any other proposal and fit within your budget limits. Please Contact Us today to discuss different possibilities and cost containment options.

The standard choice for commercial film shoots is a Business Visa, which requires a formal Letter of Invitation from a registered local sponsor like Niigma Films MZ. For short-term pre-production scouting or location assessments, a Tourist Visa is suitable. In all cases, securing pre-approval online via the official eVisa portal is highly recommended. Learn more on our Film Visas Overview page.

Yes. However, bringing professional filming equipment into Mozambique requires careful customs clearance. You must prepare a detailed Equipment Manifest (listing brands, models, serial numbers, and USD values). This guarantees that all gear will exit the country after the shoot, bypassing standard import duties (up to 40%). Learn more about the process on our Customs Clearance page.

The Carta de Porte (Declaration Form) is a mandatory customs form that must be completed accurately upon arrival at the point of entry in Mozambique. It declares the value, origin, and purpose of your imported equipment manifest. To prevent delays at border inspection, you should work with a local production partner like Niigma Films MZ.

Yes. The Mozambican government mandates that foreign production companies partner with a registered local production agent like Niigma Films MZ to coordinate and sponsor filming permit applications, invitation letters, and temporary equipment importation bonds.