Filming in Norway
A Fantastic Filming Experience with Your Fixer in Norway
Filming in Norway is a fantastic experience. But there are still several considerations to take on board so that your film project dreams don’t become more complex than they need to be. As your specialist film fixer in Norway, we can help you move through any industry or cultural issues that might hinder or halt your project. This involves everything from helping you to organise visas and film permits, to giving you pointers on how to be mindful of Norwegian culture and values, particularly in Northern Norway where you may encounter the indigenous Sami people, Norwegian Finns and various Russian populations.
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Cultural facts
Understanding Norwegian culture is key to a successful shoot. Norwegians value punctuality and direct communication, but respect for nature and public spaces is paramount. If filming in Sami or Norwegian Finns’ areas, we’ll ensure you have a relevant guide to provide insights into local customs and etiquette. It’s a win-win. By building good relationships and showing cultural sensitivity, you’ll integrate better into the local environment, have a better chance of gaining film permits in Norway, and your filming experience overall will be greatly enhanced–for everyone.
Weather when filming in Norway
Norwegian weather can be unpredictable, with significant variations across regions. Winters are cold, dark and typically snowy, while summers offer extended daylight, especially in the Arctic Circle. Coastal areas experience mild, wet conditions, while inland regions can be more extreme.
When filming in Norway, your production coordinator will monitor forecasts and advise on suitable filming times and locations, as well as appropriate clothing to wear. In Norway, we have a saying: “There’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing!”
Tax rebate in Norway
Norway offers attractive tax incentives for international filmmakers. The Norwegian Film Incentive provides up to 25% reimbursement on costs of productions of fiction films, documentary films and series, and drama series, entirely or partly filmed in Norway.
As your fixer in Norway, we’ll help you by guiding you through the application process. And as this rebate can significantly reduce your production expenses, you’ll still be able to make a quality film, but for less money than you might need in other countries around the world.
Filming in Norway
Filming in Norway is an inspiring experience. The country is home to a unique history and an extraordinary array of landscapes. Though the weather may be particularly cold, the offshoot of that is you get to experience glaciers, fjords, polar nights, and other stunning phenomena natural to Arctic environments.
Filming in these stunning locations may involve a lot of bureaucracy. That’s why it’s crucial to have a dedicated fixer in Norway (and, yes, we’re talking about Norway Fixers!)
We’ll help secure and manage visas and film permits, as well as tackle other challenges such as booking film rental equipment, and helping you avoid any cultural missteps along the way!
So, drop us an email, and let’s get started on your Norwegian adventure today!
