Film shooting

Overseas Film Shooting Forex Support

End-to-End Remittance Solutions for International Shoots – Fully Compliant with RBI & FEMA.

Planning an international film or ad shoot? Prithvi Exchange provides specialized foreign exchange and remittance services for film production companies, advertising agencies, and broadcasters shooting abroad.

We help you manage the entire financial scope of your overseas production – from crew payments and equipment rentals to location fees and visa payments – with RBI-compliant, trackable, and audit-ready transactions.

What We Cover

Location and permit fees to foreign governments or local authorities

Crew and artist payments abroad (stipends, per diem, contracts)

Equipment rentals or technical support payments overseas

Accommodation and logistics payments

Form A2 filing, invoice validation, and purpose code assistance

SWIFT remittances to vendors in the US, Europe, UAE, Southeast Asia, etc.

Required Documents

  • Registered business KYC: PAN, GST, Company Incorporation
  • Invoice/contract/quotation from the foreign entity
  • Film shooting permissions or international project brief
  • Purpose Code (e.g., 0306 – Travel, 1301 – Film production abroad)
  • Form A2 declaration (we assist in preparation)
  • Board Resolution or Authorized Signatory Letter (if applicable)

Why Production Houses Choose Prithvi Exchange

FAQs

1. Can I remit money abroad for a film shoot through Prithvi Exchange?

Yes. As an RBI-Authorized Dealer Category II, we are permitted to process foreign exchange transactions for film production, advertising shoots, and documentary projects abroad, provided documentation is complete.

You can remit funds for:
• Location permits and site rentals
• Crew accommodation and logistics
• Artist/staff per diems
• Overseas technical vendors or studios
• Equipment hire or transport costs

Typically:

• 1301 – Maintenance of offices abroad/Film shooting
• 0306 – Travel for tourism or crew movement

Don’t worry! Prithvi will guide you based on the nature of your expense.

No RBI approval is needed if the remittance is under permitted purpose codes and within limits. However, you must ensure full KYC and documentation as per FEMA rules, which we help you compile.

Remittances must originate from a registered business or producer entity with PAN and GST. Sole proprietors can apply with valid registration and project documentation.

• PAN & GST of the remitter
• Invoice or agreement from foreign service provider
• Production brief or permit
• Form A2 and purpose code declaration
• Authorisation (if applicable)

Yes. As per current Income Tax Act guidelines, Tax Collected at Source (TCS) may apply depending on the remitter type and transaction value. We advise on applicability case-by-case.

Most remittances are processed within 24–48 business hours, depending on the destination country and completeness of documentation.

Yes. We support milestone-based or multiple stage remittances, provided all stages are supported by proper invoice references and contracts.

• Faster execution with dedicated media forex desk
• End-to-end compliance support and TCS advisory
• Competitive FX rates with SWIFT tracking
• Personalized service with over 25 years’ experience

Still have questions?

Contact our Film & Media Forex Desk for customized remittance support for your next overseas shoot.