Country Overview
Production support in Puerto Rico gives filmmakers access to one of the most versatile, accessible, and production-friendly destinations in the Caribbean. With its striking combination of colonial architecture, white-sand beaches, rugged rainforests, and vibrant urban energy, Puerto Rico offers the perfect backdrop for nearly any genre — from gritty dramas and sun-soaked commercials to high-octane action sequences and period pieces.
As a U.S. territory, Puerto Rico offers unique advantages: no passport required for U.S. crews, usage of the U.S. dollar, and access to robust tax incentives. But navigating permits, understanding regional nuances, and working in remote or protected areas still require local expertise. That’s where our production support in Puerto Rico comes in. We provide full-scale production support in Puerto Rico — from permits and gear importation to casting, crew coordination, and location management.
Most Beautiful Destination for Filmmakers
Puerto Rico is often chosen for its ability to double for multiple Caribbean islands, Latin America, and even Southeast Asia. Productions come here for the dramatic cliffs of Rincón, the cobbled charm of Old San Juan, the misty trails of El Yunque National Forest, and the bioluminescent bays that seem almost otherworldly on camera.
Whether you’re filming in a colonial courtyard, staging a high-speed chase through the streets of San Juan, or capturing tranquil moments on a secluded beach, production support in Puerto Rico ensures your shoot is safe, smooth, and visually stunning.
What Does Production Support in Puerto Rico Include?
Puerto Rico boasts excellent infrastructure, bilingual crews, and experienced vendors — but it still takes insider knowledge to work efficiently across its many landscapes and regulatory layers. Our team ensures your production benefits from all the island has to offer, with none of the friction.
Our services include:
- Location scouting in San Juan, Ponce, Rincón, Vieques, Culebra, and El Yunque
- Permit facilitation with local municipalities, the Puerto Rico Film Commission, and U.S. federal agencies
- Tax incentive support for the island’s competitive film rebate programs
- Customs and gear importation for productions arriving from mainland U.S. or abroad
- Bilingual crew sourcing (Spanish-English), including union and non-union options
- Casting assistance, including street casting, local talent, and background extras
- Transportation and accommodation planning, from coast to jungle
- Drone flight permissions and airspace coordination under FAA rules
- Weather contingency planning for hurricane season or coastal shoots
- Emergency services, safety planning, and local insurance compliance
Puerto Rico Filming Permits and Requirements
Puerto Rico has an efficient permitting system, but it varies depending on your filming location, whether you’re in a protected area, or shooting near public infrastructure like ports, highways, or federal lands. Atlas Film Fixers handles all permit logistics, helping you avoid delays and maintain compliance.
We assist with:
- Film permits from the Puerto Rico Film Commission and local government offices
- Special permissions for historic sites, beaches, and natural reserves
- Drone authorizations via the FAA and local aviation authorities
- Import/export documentation for gear and props
- Work documentation, including union coordination where required
- Applications for tax rebates, including budget compliance and expenditure reporting
Why Atlas Film Fixers?
Atlas Film Fixers brings local insight and international standards together. Our Puerto Rico production teams are seasoned professionals with experience across film, TV, commercials, and branded content. Whether you’re staging a large-scale shoot or a lean, fast-moving project, we’ll keep things running efficiently, legally, and on budget.
Why productions choose us:
- Bilingual producers and fixers who understand U.S. and Caribbean workflows
- Strong relationships with government offices and local unions
- Deep knowledge of Puerto Rico’s terrain, seasons, and urban dynamics
- On-the-ground experience with commercials, documentaries, and Hollywood films
- Transparent budgeting and fast turnaround on logistical coordination
Why Film in Puerto Rico?
Puerto Rico combines the best of two worlds — it feels like a tropical escape but operates under U.S. systems and protections. With tax incentives of up to 40% on local expenditures, along with its accessibility and film-friendly infrastructure, Puerto Rico is fast becoming a production powerhouse in the Caribbean.
Puerto Rico offers:
- Varied filming environments within a few hours’ drive
- Up to 40% production incentives for eligible film and TV projects
- No visas or passports needed for U.S. crew and cast
- Modern infrastructure, including world-class sound stages and post facilities
- Skilled, bilingual local crews with international experience
- Direct flights from major U.S. cities and Latin America
Let’s Roll in Puerto Rico
Whether you’re chasing sunlight through the cobbled streets of Old San Juan or shooting rain-drenched action in the jungle, Puerto Rico delivers beauty, versatility, and professional ease. With Atlas Film Fixers providing production support in Puerto Rico, your vision is backed by a team that knows the island — and the industry — inside out.
Contact us today to begin your next Caribbean production adventure.
