Filming in Nairobi and other locations in Kenya is best done with a reliable fixer to provide local production and logistic services and ensure that you adhere to the filming rules and regulations and have everything necessary to for a successful shoot. Africa fixers offers fixer services to film crews and production companies that was to film in Nairobi and other locations in Kenya. Our fixer services include acquisition of filming permits, customs clearance, location scouting, transport services, equipment hire, local crew and more. If you are looking for a local film fixer in Nairobi Kenya, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Kenya filming permissions.

Filming permit.

As your local fixer in Nairobi, one of our fixer services is assisting Film crews to get filming permits that is required of you to film In Nairobi. The filming permit is applied to and approved by the Kenya film clarification Board. This application has to be done by a local agent and that is where we come in.  The requirements needed for your filming permit include a synopsis, passport copies and an introduction letter. Once the application is made, it takes about 3 to 5 working days for the approval to be given.

Filming fees as per the Kenya film clarification board are:

  • Documentaries; short dramas; short features …….………….…….………………5,000 KSH
  •  (ii) Full-length feature film; TV Series…….………….…….………….………………15,000 KSH
  • (iii) Filming fees per day………………………………….………………………………….1,000 KSH

Special Passes/Work permits.

Special passes are needed if you are planning to film in Kenya. Special passes are issued out by the immigration department of Kenya and they cost 200 USD per person. Special passes allow you to work in the country and they also take 3 to 5 days to be approved. For assistance with getting special passes for filming in Kenya, contact us.

Location permits

In addition to the filming permit and special passes, we also assist with getting location permits where needed. Different locations such as national parks and reserves, cultural sites, historical sites, government owned facilities and other private places require film crews to get permission from their respective authorities and management.

Other services we offer as Local Fixers.

Location Scouting. Our local Kenya film fixers are readily available to scout any potential locations that you have in mind for your shoot. We also provide information on specific locations. If you do not have a location selected yet, we can also recommend some that fit into the description of your shoot. If you are looking for local fixers in Nairobi  to assist you with location scouting, please feel free to contact us.

Customs Clearance.  Kenya is not apart of the carnet system so clearing in filming equipment has to be done through a bonded agent who creates a bond for temporary importation. We assist film crews with this service. All you have to do is share with us a list of the equipment you intend to bring with serial numbers and values of every item. Once this is presented, a fee is set by the agent for it to be cleared in and out of the country. If you are looking for a fixer in Nairobi to help you with customs clearance, feel free to reach out to us.

Drone operations. Filming with drones in Uganda is possible if you have the necessary permits. Permission to fly drones in Kenya is given out by the civil aviation authority of Kenya. If you intend to import your drone, you need at least 4 to 6 weeks for the application process and we handle this on your behalf.  If you want to get a drone locally to avoid the importation process, we also assist with drone hire.

Equipment hire. As part of our fixer services, we also assist film crews to hire equipment to use locally within Kenya. Nairobi has a number of equipment rental houses from which we can help you source your desired equipment. All you have to do is send a list of the equipment you want and then we can source it out or offer options of what is available in the country. For more information on hiring filming equipment locally Nairobi Kenya, please contact Africa Fixers.

Local crew. If you want to hire crew to work on your film project in Nairobi Kenya, Africa fixers can help source them out and give you the best options. All you have to do is send a list of the crew you need and the work that you intend to have them do and we will give you a list of options. Local crew hire is charged a daily fee depending on the amount of work to be done for more information please contact Africa Fixers.

Transportation. We have a number of vehicles and drivers that are well conversant with local places in different locations of Nairobi. our vehicles are spacious enough to cater for film crews. For those who would like to fly domestically, our local fixers in Kenya can also help in making those arrangements for you. Contact Africa Fixers for transport services in Nairobi and other locations of Kenya.

Things to Consider when Filming in Kenya.

Planning and preparation. It is very important to plan properly when it comes to filming in Kenya. Consider the amount of time that certain permissions take. In addition to the filming permit, other permits when added can increase the application period and it is advisable to always start the application process at least 2 months before your arrival to avoid any inconveniences.

Safety and security. Kenya is a safe country but it is always advisable to keep up with news on matters happening and also take security with you if you plan to film in crowded or remote places. We arrange security services for film crews that require them to film in Kenya.

Legal and ethical considerations. When filming in Kenya is very important that you adhere to the rules and regulations of the country. You must also be respectful and your conduct your filming in a way that does not affect the local people negatively. For more information on filming in Kenya , contact Africa Fixers.

Choose Africa Fixers.

Africa fixers is a local fixing company that assists production companies and crews to film in Nairobi Kenya. Our job as a fixer company is to make sure that your shoot process is seamless. Africa fixers has been helping crews organise their shoot in Uganda and other countries in Africa for over 10 years and we have gained a lot of experience in this field. We have stable connections with several authorities that are in charge of issuing our permits that are needed for filming in Uganda. Above all, we ensure that our clients have their shoots successfully