The Hawai‘i Film Office helps productions find locations, secure state film permits, access tax incentive information and connect with production resources across the islands.
Hawai‘i has long been a destination for feature films, television series, commercials, documentaries and digital media productions. With distinctive locations, year-round filming conditions and experienced local industry partners, the islands continue to support productions of all sizes.
Film and digital media are also part of Hawai‘i’s broader creative economy, supporting jobs, local businesses and career pathways across the state.
The Hawai‘i Film Office is the state’s central resource for productions working in Hawai‘i. Established in 1978, the office coordinates film and photography permits for state-administered parks, beaches, highways and facilities.
The office also provides:
Location Information
Tax incentive information
Production resource information
Support for the Hawai’i Film Studio at Diamond Head
Coordination with country film offices and industry partners
Hawai‘i’s Film Industry
Hawai‘i’s film industry includes production companies, location managers, crew members, talent, festivals, industry organizations, vendors and post-production resources. Together, they support local productions and visiting projects working across the islands.
Local industry resources include:
Hawaii International Film Association (HIFA) – Local production coordinators experienced in working with foreign productions. Association members specialize in Japanese language services, film permitting, and visa and immigration processing.
