What we provide
Iceland offers a film and TV reimbursement scheme that is simple, transparent, and highly efficient.
Iceland offers a refund of up to 35% on eligible production costs.
Nordic Film Services manages the entire rebate process, ensuring that your production benefits from the maximum financial incentive. Enter the estimated spend in Iceland to see the tax rebate rate for your project.
Enter the estimated spend in Iceland, in US dollars, to see the rebate rate for your project.
Based on the estimated spend, your project would be eligible for a 35% rebate on its total expenses in Iceland, provided it also meets the further requirements below.
Understanding the 35% tax rebate
To qualify for Iceland’s 35% tax rebate, your production must meet the following conditions:
Minimum spend
A minimum of 350 million ISK (~$2.5 million) must be spent on production costs in Iceland.
Production days
Your project must include at least 30 working days in Iceland, covering pre-production, shooting, or post-production. A minimum of 10 shooting days on location is required.
Local employment
The production must employ at least 50 individuals taxed in Iceland, accumulating a total of 50 working days or more. This means that a crew of 50 will meet this requirement in only one day.
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We manage the entire rebate process, from the first budget to the final claim.