USA – Las Vegas

Hoodlum offers expert film fixer services in USA – Las Vegas, facilitating international productions of every scale with a full range of services, including location scouting, obtaining permits, full range of logistic support and connecting production teams with local talent and experienced crew.

Ultimate Filming Guide for USA – Las Vegas

Capital

N/A (city, not country/state capital)

Main Cities

Las Vegas

Local Languages

English, Spanish widely spoken

Currency

United States Dollar (USD)

Climate

Desert climate

General Visa Requirements:

Visa requirements vary depending on the applicant’s country of origin. For specific visa information, refer to the link below.

Required Documents:

Valid passport (must be valid for at least three months at the time of application and contain sufficient blank pages for entry/exit stamps).
Digital image of the biographical page of the passport.
Recent passport-style photograph.
Valid credit/debit card for eVisa payment.
Proof of return ticket and travel itinerary.
Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or permanent address in Las Vegas).
Travel insurance.

Visa Application Process:

U.S. Visa Application – Crewmember Visa

Processing Time:

1 day

Cost:

$100

Accreditation Requirements:

A Tourist Visa is required for international crew members.

Required Documents:

A detailed list of all equipment entering the U.S., including:

Serial numbers
Weight
Customs value

Processing Time:

2 weeks

Cost:

$500

Issuing Organization:

Clark County Film Office

Required Documents:

Project title
Proposed activity (e.g., film, commercial)
Filming details (e.g., locations on Las Vegas Blvd, road closures, etc.)

Processing Time:

10 days

Cost:

$700 - $800

Location Scouting / Location Permits Information:

Presentation of a location pool for selection
Once a location is chosen, recent photos are taken for director/agency approval
Upon approval, the permit process begins

Location Scouting / Permitting Cost & Processing Time

$1,000

Drone Regulations:

Drones can be rented locally
An FAA license is required for operation

Drone Importation Regulations:

Larger drones require a customs check-in process

Permit Issuance:

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Timing:

6–8 weeks

Cost:

$2,500 - $7,000

Carnet Status:

Not required

Required Documents:

A detailed list of all equipment entering the U.S., including:

Serial numbers
Weight
Customs value

Issuing Organization:

U.S. Customs Declaration Form

Timing:

1 day

Cost:

$500 – $1,000

General Overview:

Las Vegas is generally safe for film productions
Bodyguards and security are not typically required

Security Requirements:

Set security is recommended for larger productions

Rebates/Incentives:

Las Vegas currently provides a solid rebate via transferable tax credits, especially beneficial for productions that employ local talent or shoot in rural areas.