FAQ
Do you need a permit to film on Hawai‘i Island?
How long does it take to get a County film permit?
Are there any County permit fees?
How much does it cost to film on County property?
Is a certificate of insurance required to film on Hawai‘i Island?
How do I find out where the names and places are to film that are under the County?
Is there a map that shows where locations are located on the island?
How do I know if I am on private property or state or federal property?
What if I want to film on the sidewalks and side streets in Hilo or Kona, do I need a permit?
Does Hawai‘i Island have qualified and available crew?
What incentives does Hawai‘i Island have to film makers?
Are there production resources on Hawai‘i island or must we bring our own equipment?
What is the weather like on Hawai‘i Island?
Is there a rainy season?
Does your office have a locations digital library? Or B-roll that can be sent?
I am looking for uniquely Hawai‘i locations. Does Hawai‘i Island have these?
How do I find crew and equipment?
Is there a directory for Hawai‘i Island crew and support services?
How do I list my name or (company or services) in the production directory?
Do you need a permit to film on Hawai‘i Island?
Yes. Please see our Permits Page for more information.
How long does it take to get a county film permit?
All permit applications must be submitted at least three to four (3-4) business days prior to the first prep/shoot day. Please see our Permits Page for more information.
Are there any County permit fees?
The County of Hawai‘i charges no fees to process the permit. Please see our Permits Page for more information.
How much does it cost to film on county property?
There are no permit fees or site rental fees to film on property owned and operated by the County of Hawai‘i. Please see our Permits Page for more information.
Is a certificate of insurance required to film on Hawai‘i Island?
Insurance is required for both the County Parks Permits and the County Public Works Permits. Please see our Permits Page for more information.
How do i find out where the names and places are to film that are under the county?
Each location listed on the Hawai‘i Island Film Office website will list which kind of permit is needed including COUNTY, STATE, FEDERAL and PRIVATE.
Please see our Permits Page for more information.
Is there a map that shows where locations are located on the island?
The Locations Detail pages will display a map of the general area for each location as well as information on how far away a location is from airports, hotels and other resources.
How do I know if i am on private property or state or federal/State/County property?
Each location listed on the Hawai‘i Island Film Office website will list which kind of permit is needed including COUNTY, STATE, FEDERAL and PRIVATE.
If you have any questions regarding which kind of permit(s) you will need, Team Aloha is standing by to help you navigate the permitting process: Contact Team Aloha
Please see our Locations Page for more information.
What if i want to film on the sidewalks and side streets in Hilo or Kona, do i need a permit?
A permit may not be needed. Please contact the Film Office before completing the Public Works permit application. For more permitting information and to fill out County Permits online, please see our Permits Page.
Does Hawai‘i Island have qualified and available crew?
Yes. Please check our Resources Page to see a directory of crew listings on Hawai‘i Island.
What incentives does Hawai‘i Island have for film makers?
Hawai‘i Island is eligable for generous State incentives including 25% Neighbor Island Tax Credit available for production, Post, VFX, ATL and more! Find out more on our Incentives Page.
Are there production resources on Hawai‘i island or must we bring our own equipment?
Yes. Please look through our crew, equipment vendors and facilities listed in our Resources Page
What is the weather like on Hawai‘i Island?
Hawai‘i Island boasts some of the most consistent weather in the world year round. Since this island specifically features 11 of the 13 climate zones, you will find different weather patterns that are unique to each location. Please contact Team Aloha for more information
Is there a rainy season?
Depending on which location you are shooting, there are some areas that have “rainy seasons”. Please contact Team Aloha for more information.
Does your office have a locations digital library, or B-roll that can be sent?
Our locations database to download PDF’s of location specific data as well as the ability to email a locations page directly. Please see our Locations Page for more information.
How do I find crew and equipment ? Is there a directory for Hawai‘i Island crew and support services?
Please look through our crew, equipment vendors and facilities listed in our Resources Page
How do i list my name or (company or services) in the production directory?
You can apply to be listed in our directory by clicking on the apply here button at the top of ourResources Page
