Filming in Libya
Hiring a fixer in Libya
The restrictions of filming in Libya extend past visa and film permits. You also need to be mindful and respectful of the local, traditional culture. Luckily, you will be fine if you look to our fixer in Libya for information on what is socially acceptable and where not to take a photograph. On the bright side, the exchange rate is favorable, and resources are not expensive. Not to mention, there is plenty of history you can highlight in a documentary.
Cultural facts
Missing film permits in Libya could cost you a fine. So can drinking alcohol. Speaking about taboos, you should not ask about a person’s wife, sister, or adult daughter. Also, do not use the left hand for eating or handing things, and do not sit in a position that exposes the soles of your feet to someone.
Talking with your hands in your pockets or failing to greet a room full of strangers can be considered rude, just like wearing tight and revealing clothes.
Weather when filming in Libya
Libya’s climate is influenced by the Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Sahara desert to the south. As a result, abrupt transitions in weather conditions are experienced across the country. Libya’s coast has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers (peaking in August) and cool, rainy winters (coldest in January). Much of the rest of the country is Sahara desert with very hot days and very cold nights. Filming in Libya, in the Sahara, is best done between October and April when temperature variations are less extreme.
Tax rebate in Libya
There are no tax rebates for foreign film shooting in Libya. Locations, local talent, and support crew are inexpensive, but the best locations are quite far from any major cities. You need to keep this in mind as it can significantly add to travel costs. We will negotiate local deals and provide the appropriate level of production support to match every budget. Our fixer in Libya knows the best rentals and can obtain the best prices for you.
Conclusion on filming in Libya
The beautiful traces that history and different people left on the architecture of Libya can be enticing for filmmakers. Not just documentaries or journalistic work, but also commercials for brands that appreciate the past. In fact, our fixer in Libya could show you around some ancient walls or irrigation systems that were so good, they not only lasted throughout the ages but whose complexities we still do not understand to this day.
If you are attracted to filming in Libya, allow us to handle administrative tasks, such as obtaining your film permits. You deserve the time and mental space to focus on turning your creative vision to life, or to learn from us as we create magic for you and your audience.
