The Sao Paulo Film Commission, operated by Spcine (the city of Sao Paulo's film and audiovisual agency), facilitates filming permits and location access across Latin America's largest city through its FilmeSP system. Spcine also runs funding programs, cash rebates and studio infrastructure for the local audiovisual industry.
Filming incentives
- Rate
- 20-35% (varies by city and program)
- Credit type
- Tax Incentive + Cash Rebate (city-level)
- Min. spend
- Varies by program
Figures describe the Brazil 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 Brazil incentive breakdown, estimator & comparisonSpcine operates a cash rebate of up to 30% (20-30%) on local spend via an ~$8m fund, structured in 5 modules covering international productions, Brazilian productions, international advertising, screenplays featuring Sao Paulo, and prospecting missions.
Official incentive details