Get a ballpark estimate for your film, commercial or streaming production in Chile. Based on IATSE CPA 2025 scale rates adjusted for the Chilean market.
The world's driest desert (Atacama), Andean peaks, Pacific coastline, lakes, glaciers, vineyards, and cosmopolitan Santiago — all in one country. No other location offers this range within 2-3h flights.
Crew rates run 35-45% of US IATSE union scale. Equipment rental 50-65% of US prices. Plus a 30% cash rebate on qualifying production spend (40% outside Santiago) through CORFO's IFI Audiovisual program.
Need summer in December? Snow in July? Chile's Southern Hemisphere location means you can shoot "summer" content during the Northern Hemisphere winter — and vice versa. Year-round production capability.
Highest safety rating in Latin America. Modern airports, highways, hotels and telecommunications. Reliable power grid even in remote locations. Santiago has direct flights from LAX, Miami, NYC, Dallas, Atlanta, Madrid, London, and more.
Chile has a mature film industry with crews experienced in international co-productions. Spanish and English-speaking professionals. Rental houses with ARRI, RED, and Sony Venice inventory.
Municipal permits in 5-15 business days. Film Commission Chile provides free location scouting support. Chile has co-production treaties with 12+ countries. We handle all paperwork.
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