Accommodation subsidies
To promote the city’s image, foster the development of the local film and television industry, and enhance Kaohsiung’s visibility, this program has been established to encourage film and television productions to be shot in the city. Foreign filmmakers seeking to apply for this investment must cooperate with a licensed Taiwan film production company.
【Definitions】
- Film: Refers to TV series, feature films, documentaries, and short films that have received grants or subsidies from government agencies or relevant administrative organizations. It also includes films shot with High Definition for Cinema digital cameras, or using 16mm or 35mm film.
- Film Producers: Legal entities such as film and television production companies or studios established in accordance with the laws of the Republic of China (ROCㄝ, Taiwan), whose business registration includes film production.
- Accommodation Expenses: Costs incurred from staying at legally registered accommodations within Kaohsiung City.
【Application Requirements】
Applicants meeting the above criteria must submit the following documents at least 14 days before filming:
- Completed Application Form.
- Film Proposal – Must include the storyline, filming plan in Kaohsiung, the director’s and lead actors’ experiences, domestic and international marketing plans, and a list of previously produced works.
- Copy of Business License or Profit-Seeking Enterprise Registration Certificate.
- Filming Schedule.
For inquiries, please contact our office at +886-7-521-5668 #34 or email us at tfac.kcg@gmail.com.
【Amount of subsidy】
NT$300 per person per day without the limit on the number of the applicant.
【Eligibility for Accommodation Subsidies】
Accommodation subsidies may be provided if any of the following conditions are met:
- The film contains clearly identifiable scenes from Kaohsiung.
- The storyline is connected to Kaohsiung.
- The film contributes positively to the promotion of Kaohsiung.
【Ineligible Applications】
Applications will not be accepted for films that:
- Involve topics related to specific political groups, parties, or religious organizations.
- Are commissioned by government agencies for production.
- Are advertisements or corporate promotional videos related to products, services, or brand image.
【Disqualification and Denial of Subsidy】
Subsidies will not be granted in the following cases:
- Failure to complete reimbursement procedures in accordance with program regulations.
- Exhaustion of the annual budget allocated for this program, or if the budget is reduced or frozen, preventing the program's implementation.
- The film content does not effectively promote Kaohsiung.
- Major disciplinary violations occur during filming in Kaohsiung, damaging the city's image as determined by the Bureau.
【Important Notes】
- After the film is released, two complete copies must be submitted to the Bureau for record-keeping purposes related to the accommodation subsidy.
- Upon completion and release, the film’s credits and promotional materials must clearly state “Assisted by the Bureau of Cultural Affairs, Kaohsiung City Government” or display the Bureau’s logo.
- The Bureau reserves the right to use images or footage featuring Kaohsiung for non-commercial promotional purposes related to municipal marketing.
- If the recipient violates the above terms and fails to make corrections within the specified period after notification, the Bureau may revoke the subsidy and recover the granted funds.
For more information, please contact us directly. We look forward to supporting your film production in Kaohsiung!