Film Permit in Nepal | Complete Film, Documentary, Drone and Location Permit Solutions

Planning to film in Nepal?

From the Himalayas to the Terai plains, Nepal offers unmatched cinematic diversity. However, filming here requires multiple government approvals, permits, drone permissions, and equipment clearances. Without an experienced local partner, the process can become time-consuming, complex, and unpredictable.

Kathmandu Films simplifies the entire process.

With over 200 international productions, we are one of the most trusted fixer and line production teams in Nepal, offering a streamlined, one-table system for complete filming permits and production clearances across the country.

One-Table Permit System | Fast, Reliable and Fully Compliant

Kathmandu Films manages all permits and approvals under one coordinated system, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and zero delays.

Our permit services include:

Film shooting permits in Nepal
Documentary filming permits in Nepal
Drone filming permits with Civil Aviation Authority approvals
Location permits across all regions of Nepal
National park and heritage site filming permits
Restricted area permits for special access regions
Airport customs clearance for camera and production equipment
Border clearance for filming gear and logistics
Import and export clearance for film equipment in Nepal

Led by Chandan Jha, an experienced producer and fixer in Nepal since 2007, we maintain strong working relationships with government authorities to ensure fast approvals and seamless coordination.

Trusted by International Productions

Kathmandu Films has supported a wide range of international clients, including broadcasters, production companies, streaming platforms, NGOs, and global brands.

Our work includes:

Documentary productions
Feature films
Travel and adventure shows
Commercial and branded content
Investigative and humanitarian projects

Our experience and local expertise make us a reliable partner for filming in Nepal, including complex and remote environments.

Complete Production Support in Nepal

Beyond permits, we provide full-service production support aligned with international standards.

Our services include:

Professional fixer services in Nepal and Kathmandu
Line production and budget management
Location scouting across Nepal
Experienced local crew and technical team hire
Equipment rental, logistics, and transportation
Remote and high-altitude filming coordination
Himalayan expedition filming support

From Everest region expeditions to Kathmandu city shoots and Terai productions, we manage every aspect of filming in Nepal with precision and efficiency.

Why Choose Kathmandu Films

200+ international productions completed
Fast and streamlined permit processing
Single-point coordination for all approvals
Expertise in customs and equipment clearance
Strong government and local authority network
End-to-end production support across Nepal

Start Your Film Permit Process in Nepal

If you are looking for film permits in Nepal, documentary filming permits, drone filming permissions, location permits, equipment clearance, or complete filming permit solutions, Kathmandu Films is your trusted and professional production partner.

Contact Kathmandu Films

Email: info@kathmandufilms.com
Phone: +977 9801012311

Testimonials

Kathmandu Films, Chandan jha has worked for Metropolis. He has made reports on several topics some of them controversial. We think Chandan is a talented reporter and filmmaker, resourceful reliable and precise.
Alex Klippel

they not only fulfilled our exhausting demands and challenges in capturing undercover footage and access to the Gadhimai Festival and the animal abuse and mistreatment, but they exceeded every hurdle with professional ease.
Rachel Taylor | Director of Operations ARM

I've had the pleasure of working with Kathmandu Films on numerous occasions is always best solution for the shoot. The while shooting in Nepal for the Discovery Channel, fixer Chandan is always amenable, he is constantly problem solving and will always bring the best solution for the shoot.
Mike Wafter