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As the Film commission of Iceland the Film in Iceland Agency offers free assistance and information about filming in Iceland. Film in Iceland also promotes the generous 20% refund of the costs incurred for film and TV production in Iceland. As a small and dedicated agency, well connected with both the film industry and the authorities we can offer you both fast and efficient services.

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A Terrific Filming Location

Flying in over the black sand beaches and lava fields, I could see that Iceland had the rugged and unusual look we needed for our film, “Flags Of Our Fathers.” I soon learned that Iceland also has friendly, hard-working people with a refreshing can-do spirit. The open roads and undisturbed countryside remind me of the way America was fifty years ago. With such gorgeous scenery, delicious fish and even golf, Iceland made for a terrific filming location.
-Clint Eastwood, Flags of Our Fathers, 2006

In recent years Iceland has been gaining a higher profile in the international film industry. Internationally acclaimed actors and directors have been working in Iceland with highly skilled local crews.

20% incentive offered

Reimbursements are offered for film and TV production costs incurred in Iceland. Producers can apply for reimbursements from the State Treasury of 20% of the costs incurred in the production of films and television programmes in Iceland.

Applying for the 20% reimbursement is an easy straightforward procedure. Applications are sent to the Ministry of Industry and must be submitted before starting the production.

For detailed information concerning the application procedure and forms please contact the Film in Iceland Agency.

Movies in Iceland

Examples of productions in Iceland benefiting from the generous refund

Game Of Thrones Season 2

Go to the set in the magnificent landscape of Iceland as Season 2 of Game of Thrones is being filmed.
David Benioff, Executive Producer/Writer:
"We always knew we wanted something kind of shatteringly beautiful and barren and brutal for this part of Jon's journey cause he is in the true north now."
John Bradley/Samwell Tarly: "You can try and CGI this but there is no need. Look at it, it exists".

Journey 3-D

Stardust

Hostel: Part II

Flags of Our Fathers

Beowulf & Grendel

Batman Begins

Die Another Day

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider

A Little Trip to Heaven

Noi the Albino / Nói albínói

Niceland / Næsland

Falcons / Fálkar

The Amazing Race 6