Production support for filming in Austria
With its impressive baroque architecture, spellbinding Alpine scenery and imperial history, Austria is a perfect film destination. So, if you are filming in Austria, make sure to team up with Storytailors. We are a top video production company that will provide you with all you need to turn your creative ideas into remarkable productions.
We are all hands on deck when it comes to supporting visionary projects, whether they are TV productions or a promotional video. Our portfolio includes collaborations with world-famous brands, so any commercial video production or corporate video will not be a first. We know how demanding the video creation process is, so we are here to provide all the resources you need.
Production support & video production services in Austria
If you are filming in Austria but you feel worried about finding the best film locations to feature in your video production, count on us. We can match your needs with the most suitable production coordinator. We can also negotiate with our partners to get you the local deals on kit rental.
And, yes, we can get you the film permit you need. We are, after all, masters in our territory and for us being a top video production company in Austria is about helping filmmakers achieve their goals.
Filming requirements in Austria
- Capital
- Vienna
- Main hubs
- Salzburg, Graz, Innsbruck, Linz
- Language
- German
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Working week
- Monday to Friday
- Film permit
- Local, location by location
- ATA Carnet accepted
- Yes
- Drones
- EU rules, Austro Control
- Production incentive
- 30% + 5% green bonus
- Visas
- Schengen rules
How far ahead to start
Permits are issued locally and run in parallel. Most shoots need 2 weeks; allow 4 for Vienna public transport and more for drones in controlled airspace.
- Drone, specific category3 weeks or more
- Vienna public transport1–4 weeks
- Vienna public space1–2 weeks
- Locations outside ViennaOften a few days
Requirements in detail
Crew visas
- EU, EEA and Swiss crew
- No visa or permit
- Other nationalities
- Schengen rules apply
- Maximum short stay
- 90 days in any 180
Some nationalities need a Schengen visa, and paid work can require a permit. Check each non-EU crew member’s status early.
Location permits
- Issued by
- Local and provincial authorities; no national permit
- Processing time
- Vienna 1–2 weeks; elsewhere often a few days
- Free support
- Vienna Film Commission and regional film commissions
In Vienna, permits for city-owned property are requested through the Vienna Film Commission’s online tool. Federal and private property is arranged directly with the owner. Small B-roll shoots that don’t affect public movement usually need no permit.
Documents needed (6)
- Completed application form
- Script or storyboard
- Location plans
- Proof of liability insurance
- Location owner permissions
- Detailed filming schedule
Vienna public transport
- Issued by
- Wiener Linien (own form); ÖBB for railways
- Lead time
- 5 working days; 3–4 weeks for complex shoots
- Weekday filming
- 9:30–14:30 and from 18:00
Weekends and public holidays can be approved for the whole day. Request location visits at least 14 days ahead.
Drones
- Authority
- Austro Control (Dronespace)
- Every operator
- Registration and pilot competency
- Specific category
- Operational authorisation before flying
Austria follows the EU drone regulation. Airports and restricted zones need prior approval, and the whole of Vienna is restricted airspace: plan months ahead there, with no guarantee of a permit.
Equipment customs
- ATA Carnet
- Accepted
- Kit from the EU
- No carnet needed
- Kit from outside the EU
- Use a Carnet
Production incentive
- Scheme
- FISA+ cash rebate, run by aws
- Rate
- 30% + 5% green bonus
- Cap
- EUR 5m per film, EUR 7.5m per season
Minimum Austrian spend is EUR 150,000 for fiction and EUR 80,000 for documentaries, or EUR 25,000 for post, VFX, animation or music only. Eligible costs count up to 80% of the total budget. Regional funds, such as the Vienna Film Incentive and Cine Tirol, can add to it.
Safety and practical
- Security risk
- Low
- Emergency number
- 112
- Alpine shoots
- Plan weather days
Rules and fees change. We confirm every figure for your dates before you budget.
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Film crew for hire & local contributors
Our extensive network of partners gives you access to the most dedicated, creative and hard-working film crew for hire. Get the best of local talent and valuable contributors in Austria. Benefit from our in-depth local know-how.
Research & fact-checking
From initial research to fact-checking & documentation, we can provide you with reliable services so that you don’t waste any time when coming to film in Austria.
Film permits & local access
Gain access to remote areas and get the film permits you need. Let us guide you through the filming laws in Austria.
Location scouting & management
Trust our film location scout to take you to the most unique places, as they know the area like the back of their hand. From remote villages to impressive palaces in the capital, we will guide you to the best film locations for your documentary filming or ground-breaking web video production.
Gear rental
If you need help finding the best lens rental rates or the adequate film lighting equipment, our video production company in Austria will know just where to take you.
Logistics handling
We cover all the logistic aspects of video production so that you don’t have to burden yourself with them.
Tips from our local producers
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Visas and ATA Carnet
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Our local work
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An experienced and dedicated video production company is the partner you need when you are working on a web video production or any kind of video content. Filming in Austria will surpass your expectations and your creativity will bloom when you have the production support needed, so you do not have to worry about mundane tasks. As experts in production support, we strive to provide our clients with all the resources for turning their ideas into outstanding video production. Count on us to be there for you every step of the way. Storytailors is the video production company in Austria that will help your vision take shape in no time.
Access to unique film locations
Whether you are planning to do a web video production or you are working on a commercial video production, rely on our experienced film location scout to guide you to the ideal film locations for your video production in Austria.
Complete support with paperwork
Dealing with the paperwork can be a real hassle, as each country has specific requirements for filmmakers. When filming in Austria, count on us to deal with the local authorities for you. Getting your film permit or the required approvals from the officials will no longer be a headache.
Broad-ranging portfolio
For several years in a row, we have been the main choice as a video production company in Austria for world-renowned clients. BBC, Netflix, Discovery Channel have opted to trust our team of professionals when filming in Austria.
Full-service production support
Opt for an expert video production company in Austria and you will get the professional production support you need. Storytailors will bring you all the necessary resources so you can focus on materializing your creative vision while filming in Austria.
Our international work
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Key people
Andreas
Producer & DOP
Zeina
Senior Production Specialist
Storytailors were incredibly dialed from day one through the last – from helping assemble our production crew in Seoul, to navigating our 16-hour time zone difference with grace and ease, to translating Korean interviews in post – they truly were an extension of our creative production team in Portland.
The Storytailors team were an immense support on a remote project that started with many moving pieces. We ultimately shot with a brilliant team in Bolivia who were thorough and a pleasure to work with.
Working with Storytailors on our recent film in Cambodia was an efficient, helpful, and creatively collaborative experience. The Storytailors team understood what our specific goals were and matched us with skilled artists, with intimate knowledge and connection to the local community we were interested in capturing.
Paul Lungu kindly supplied us with fixers and crews for a series of short charity films that we made in four European countries. Everything was dealt with very efficiently and the crews and fixers were friendly and helpful. The project was particularly challenging because of the Covid pandemic but everything passed without a hitch.
Storytailors were great in facilitating an overseas shoot in South Korea during lockdown. It was a tricky brief, with lots of moving parts and the guys helped us find solutions at every turn.
Storytailors Is the video production company you need
The success of any project stands in the dedication of the people working for it. Storytailors commits to provide you with the production support you need when filming in Austria.
We can provide you the production support you need to make sure your unique vision is brought to life. We make it our main goal to respect your concept, to meet your budget and deliver the right results in a timely manner. Contact us today and let us show you why we are such a highly appreciated video production company in Austria.
