Portugal has become an increasingly attractive destination for international film and audiovisual productions, combining an exceptional diversity of locations with a highly competitive production environment. Recent developments, including the launch of the new SCRI.PT incentive programme, a cash rebate scheme for audiovisual production, have further strengthened the country’s appeal to international productions and co-productions.
Against this backdrop, this guide is designed for producers, studios, financiers and other industry participants considering Portugal as a filming destination. It provides a practical overview of the country’s production landscape, covering:
- Portugal as a filming destination, including its locations, accessibility, climate and safety;
- the financial incentives and public support available to productions;
- co-production treaties;
- the key legal and practical considerations involved in producing in Portugal, including corporate structures, hiring, administrative licences and logistics;
- an overview of Portugal’s main film festivals;
- our international network and multidisciplinary capabilities; and
- examples of our experience advising clients across the entertainment, media, tax, employment, insurance and intellectual property sectors.
