The Film Office is accepting Film Permit applications for production activity. Media production activity in New York City is subject to requirements in New York State and City laws, directives, and guidance. For more information see:

• When production activity does not require a Film Permit
• Production-specific educational posters (includes posters about using a location as a production facility and hand hygiene)

Shoot Your Project in NYC with These 3 Steps!

The Film Office looks to support film and television productions of all shapes and sizes, and we look to make each and every one of those projects a clear, seamless, and enjoyable production experience. The steps outlined below can guide you through our simple process, or if you're looking for something specific, you can keep scrolling down and also look on the left hand navigation for specific sections. Thanks for visiting our site and good luck with your production!

Photo Courtesy of Michael Cory via Flickr Creative Commons.

Step 1: Do I Need a Permit?

• When a Permit Is Required and Fee Info
• Insurance Requirements
• Pre-Production
• Code of Conduct (effective 1/1/2024)
• Code of Conduct (Accessible/Large-Print Version, effective 1/1/2024)
• Document that shows the changes to the Code of Conduct, effective 1/1/2024
• Filming in a Park

Photo Courtesy of Hector Parayuelos via Flickr Creative Commons.

Step 2: Apply for a Permit

• Letter in Lieu of Permit
• Online Application
• Application Instructions

Photo Courtesy of Bryan Bruchman via Flickr Creative Commons.

Step 3: Notify the Neighborhood

• Find a Community Board
• Find a City Council District
• Find a Business Improvement District
• Sample Resident Letter
• Sample sign for trash collection by a private carting company

Need more info?

• Permits for Students
• Permits for International Productions
• Red Carpet Premiere Permits
• Calendar of Citywide Events

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