Behind the LensBarcelona Film Commission / Catalunya Film Commission

Film Office & Commission

Barcelona Film Commission / Catalunya Film Commission

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

The Barcelona Film Commission (Institut de Cultura, Barcelona City Council) and the Catalunya Film Commission (Institut Català de les Empreses Culturals, Generalitat de Catalunya) operate jointly to support shoots in Barcelona and across Catalonia. They handle filming information and permits and maintain directories of companies and professionals plus a locations service.

Filming incentives

Rate
25-54% (national + regional)
Credit type
Tax Credit
Min. spend
EUR 1M (national)

Figures describe the Spain program, not this office. Incentive terms change with legislation: confirm current rates, caps, and eligibility with the office before budgeting.

Checked against official sources 23 July 2026

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Filming in Catalonia qualifies for Spain's national audiovisual tax incentives (up to ~30% deduction). The commission provides free permitting and location facilitation; Catalunya Film Commission (Generalitat) coordinates regional support.

Official incentive details

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