How do you obtain a County of Kauai film permit?
The County of Kauai Revocable Film Permit application is available by clicking here.
The County of Kauai does not require a permit fee at this time.
All permits must be applied for online (see above). For additional information, please contact the Kauai Film Commission at info@filmkauai.com or call 808-241-4953.
Where can I find information on Kauai film tax credit information?
The County of Kauai has a generous 27% Film Tax Credit for qualified productions administered by the State of Hawaii – Creative Industries Division- Hawaii Film Branch. Visit this website for more information: Film Offices of the Hawaiian Islands Tax Credit Information.
Where can I find information on State of Hawaii film permits?
State of Hawaii requires permit fees for filming on State and Conservation land and any lands owned by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA). Permitting information can be found at filmoffice.hawaii.gov
State of Hawaii – County of Kauai State Open & Accessible Sites:
- County of Kauai – Open & Accessible Sites
- State Parks on Kauai
- State Trails on Kauai Listing
- State of Hawaii Roads
What permits do we need to use unmanned aircraft systems (drones)?
If you plan to use an unmanned aircraft system (aka drone) on any State property you may need a film permit for this activity. From the State Film Office:
The State will review the request to use drones on a case-by-case basis and only if: a) the production is working with one of the aerial production companies granted an FAA exemption to operate unmanned aircraft systems (drones) for commercial use; and b) the use of the unmanned aircraft system (drone) is limited to the exemption allowed by the FAA, which is for “scripted, closed-set filming.” See the FAA’s website for more information. Keep in mind that the state agency that has jurisdiction over the location (Department of Land and Natural Resources, Department of Transportation, etc.) may have their own requirements regarding the use of drones on their properties, including higher insurance levels.
Do student filmmakers need permits?
If you are a student and want to film on state or county property, then you will need to apply for a state and or a county film permit and provide the required insurance. Call the Kauai Film Office at 808-241-4953 for more information to discuss your student project needs.
NOTE: Students enrolled in the University of Hawai’i , Academy for Creative Media program must also provide the completed and signed Student Verification Form with the State and or County film permit form.
What is the air travel time from the US West Coast?
It is an easy and comfortable 5 – 6 hours depending upon the winds and weather.
Time difference between Hawai’i and US Mainland?
Hawaii does not observe Daylight Savings Time which begins on the 2nd Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in November in US Mainland.
If it is 11:00 a.m. in Hawai’i, it is 1:00 p.m. in the West Coast from the 2nd Sunday in March to First Sunday in November – 2 hours ahead. If it is
11:00 a.m. in Hawai’i, it is 2:00 p.m. from First Sunday in November to 2nd Sunday in March 3 hours ahead
What other contact information is available on the web?
Visit these resources to learn more about Kauai:
- Kauai Visitors Bureau
- Kauai Chamber of Commerce
- County of Kauai
- Kauaiexplorer.com – For beach information