Behind the LensNational Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS)

Film Office & Commission

National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS)

Ampang, Selangor, Malaysia

FINAS is Malaysia's national film development agency, based at Kompleks Studio Merdeka in Ampang, Selangor. It regulates filming licenses in Malaysia, administers the Film in Malaysia Incentive (FIMI) rebate and supports the development of the Malaysian screen industry.

Filming incentives

Rate
30-35% cash rebate
Credit type
Cash Rebate
Min. spend
MYR 2.5M (~$530K)

Figures describe the Malaysia 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 Malaysia incentive breakdown, estimator & comparison

FINAS administers the Film in Malaysia Incentive (FIMI), a 30% cash rebate on qualifying Malaysian production and post-production expenditure for local and foreign film/TV productions. It also handles film financing, licensing and the Wajib Tayang (compulsory screening) scheme.

Official incentive details