Filming on public transport or at public transport facilities

Production companies should start by contacting Screen Auckland if they want to film:

• on trains, buses or ferries
• at train stations, bus terminals, bus stops or wharves.

Screen Auckland will then work with Auckland Transport (AT) to consider filming requests.

Your request will need to be approved by AT. Specific permits will also be required. These steps make sure that:

• public transport operations and passenger use is not disrupted
• potential health and safety hazards are identified.

It can take up to 15 working days to process an application. It may take longer if the request requires a large film crew or will likely have a high impact on transport services or the public.

Filming on roads

You will need a film permit if you will be filming or placing filming equipment on a road or in an open public space — footpaths, parks, beaches and other public facilities.

Screen Auckland manage the film permit process.

Activations

Any enquires for Activations at train stations, bus terminals, bus stops or wharves should be directed to QMS Media.

Permits for parking at a film shoot

You can apply to reserve parking spaces at a film shoot location in the Auckland region. To do this you can apply for a film parking permit.

Film parking permits are only for essential film equipment vehicles. They are not for crew vehicle use.