Film Tucson is the film commission arm of Visit Tucson (the region's convention and visitors bureau), serving Tucson and Southern Arizona. It offers no-fee permits, location scouting with photos and contacts, liaison work with government agencies and property owners, 24-hour production support, and information on accommodations, equipment, crew and local suppliers, with online crew listings via az.reel-scout.com.
Filming incentives
- Rate
- 15-20% base (up to 27.5% with bonuses)
- Credit type
- Refundable Tax Credit
- Min. spend
- >50% of principal photography in AZ
Figures describe the Arizona program, not this office. Incentive terms change with legislation: confirm current rates, caps, and eligibility with the office before budgeting.
At-a-glance figures, not yet checked against official sources
Full Arizona incentive breakdown, estimator & comparisonFeatures a TV & Film Incentives section directing productions to Arizona's state motion picture incentive program plus local Tucson support.
Official incentive details