Filming in New Zealand
Unique filming locations, skilled crews and generous government incentives make New Zealand a great place for your production or project.
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Key Information
Entry
The New Zealand Government requires all travelers to have a valid visa when entering and working in the country.
Incentives
The New Zealand Screen Production Grant (NZSPG) provides eligible international productions with access to a cash rebate equivalent to up to 40% of Qualifying New Zealand Production Expenditure (QNZPE).
Locations
New Zealand is home to wide range of locations including snow-capped mountains, vast countryside and sweeping coastlines. It has previously doubled for locations across USA, UK, Asia and Europe.
Crew & Services
After years of international productions using New Zealand as a filming hub, the country is established with sophisticated production infrastructure and talented crew.
Logistics
New Zealand's locations are easy-to-access with the country being well connected by air, land, and water transport network.
Hospitality & Travel
New Zealand has a welcoming culture, with a reputation for ingenuity and innovation which shines through in its world class hospitality. There are five international airports throughout the country.
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Case Studies
Ride With Norman Reedus (2021)
GFS worked alongside series producer Left/Right to provide security, safety, medical and production services on Season 5 of Ride with Norman Reedus, filmed in New Zealand.
Shark Week (1988–)
GFS has provided risk management and production services for Shark Week, Discovery Channel’s annual week-long programming block dedicated solely to shark, for the past 15 years.
Wild Wild Space (2024)
GFS supplied seamless production services for a New Zealand segment of this film. As the local production company, GFS hired and oversaw the local crew, organized all elements of the remote shoot, enabling international crew to conduct real time virtual interviews with the subject. This included coordinating studio, tech, equipment, and schedules, budgeting and delivery.