Incentives for global producers
International film productions can receive up to 45% reimbursement on eligible costs on films with a minimum spending of USD 500,000.
The 45% reimbursement is divided into three categories: filming reimbursement (30%), additional culture promotion reimbursement (10%), and foreign talent reimbursement (5%).
A postproduction reimbursement of 30% is also available when at least 50% of a production’s film crew are Mongolian nationals.
Minimum spend: USD 500,000
Total annual rebate cap: USD 25 million
Provisional agreement made within 90 days of receiving a provisional certificate from the Council.
Eligible projects: Feature films, series, animated and live-action projects, and documentaries
Eligible expenditures: filming, post-production, and international cast and crew remuneration
Steps and procedures of reimbursement:
Apply
Apply for film permit
Request
Request provisional qualification from the Council
Assessment
Assessment of the project by the Council
Issues
The Council issues provisional certificate with duration up to 4 years
Spending
Start spending in Mongolia with minimum cap of 500,000USD
Certificate
Request final qualification from the Council 60 days prior to expiration of the issued provisional certificate
Steps and procedures of reimbursement:
Apply for a film permit
Request a provisional certificate from the Council
Assessment of the project by the Council
The Council issues a provisional certificate lasting for up to 4 years
Within 3 months after receiving a provisional certificate, make a provisional agreement
Start spending in Mongolia with a minimum expenditure of USD 500,000
Submit the final request for reimbursement from the Council 60 days prior to the expiration of the provisional certificate.