Film Permit for Feature Films in Morocco

Morocco has emerged as a top choice for international filmmakers, offering stunning landscapes, a rich cultural backdrop, and a well-developed film industry. Whether you’re producing a feature, docu-fiction, mid-length, or short film, obtaining a permit is mandatory. The Moroccan Cinema Center (CCM) oversees this process, ensuring all productions meet local regulations.

This guide breaks down the permit process step by step, helping filmmakers navigate requirements and procedures efficiently for a smooth, trouble-free shoot.

Film Permit Process in Morocco

Applying for a film permit for a documentary in Morocco involves working with a local Moroccan production company accredited by the CCM. This partnership ensures compliance with Moroccan laws, facilitates administrative procedures, and helps in navigating logistical aspects like location access, local crew hiring, and financial regulations.

Our team provides comprehensive support in acquiring the necessary permits, ensuring that your production runs smoothly without legal or administrative delays.

Visit the Centre cinématographique marocain (CCM) for official information on Moroccan film permits.

Why You Need a Film Permit in Morocco

Before obtaining a documentary permit and operating legally in Morocco, you must identify a Moroccan production partner who holds an “autorisation d'exercice et agrément de production.” This authorization from the Moroccan Cinema Center (CCM) is crucial as executing cinematography for foreign entities is a regulated activity in Morocco. Not every production company possesses this authorization; therefore, carefully selecting a reliable production partner who understands your needs and defends your interests is a critical step in the process.

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Requirements and Procedures for Obtaining a Film Permit

Le film permit application process must be initiated at least 15 days before the scheduled start of filming. The following documents are required:

    • A request for a filming permit, signed and stamped by the manager of a Moroccan company approved for executive production, addressed to the Director of the Moroccan Cinema Center (CCM).
    • Le Filming Permit Application Form, duly completed, signed, and stamped by the Moroccan production company.
      Download the form here.
    • Repatriation undertakings, signed and stamped by both the Moroccan company and the foreign production company.
    • A legalized script in Arabic or French.
    • A film synopsis in Arabic or French.
    • An accreditation document signed and stamped by the foreign production company in favor of the Moroccan executive production company.
    • An agreement between the Moroccan company and the foreign production company to submit a bank statement to the CCM, detailing the financial transactions made in Morocco by the foreign production company.
    • Contracts signed and stamped by Moroccan crew members, submitted before filming begins or within five days of signing.
    • A Moroccan national holding a PIC must be designated as the Production Manager.
    • The production company must recruit one trainee per eight technicians, selecting from the CCM’s official trainee list.
    • Work schedule detailed.
    • Daily call sheets must be submitted to the CCM on the eve of each filming day.
    • Proof of payment for the Filming Permit Fee, as per the CCM’s current pricing structure.
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The Role of your production partner

He will be your key connection to the local environment, ensuring your production follows all legal requirements. He will manage the financial aspects of your production, including all necessary transactions, which might be handled through your partner or a dedicated project bank account. He’ll ensure all local regulations are followed, providing a safe and professional working environment for the entire crew.

Our philosophy

At OZZ Films, we take care of the entire film permit process, helping your production stay fully compliant while keeping logistics and costs under control. We partner with you from start to finish, safeguarding your interests and pinpointing the most efficient production strategies. By weighing local and international options, we craft solutions tailored to each project, ensuring the ideal balance between quality, budget, and practicality.

For more information on obtaining a film permit or to discuss your upcoming project, contactez-nous dès aujourd'hui.

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