Our mission
In accordance with Decree-Law No. 57/2026, of February 19, the Portugal Film Commission is responsible for carrying out the duties of the Portuguese Institute of Cinema and Audiovisual (ICA) in terms of attracting international filming and audiovisual productions for Portugal, and simplifying and streamlining procedures for this purpose.
To promote Portugal’s territory and its creative, technical, legal and financial resources, as well as its competitiveness on a global scale as a premier destination for international film and audiovisual production, in alignment with the strategy and activities of the relevant departments of ICA, and in coordination with Turismo de Portugal and other key entities in this field;
To define best practices and methods to support national and international producers in the field of filming;
To ensure coordination with all services within the scope of carrying out their tasks, namely monitoring the implementation of one-stop shop procedures, in the area of support and licensing;
To guarantee, in the relationship with entities in the Portuguese territory, an effective, informed and collaborative articulation, particularly with municipalities and parishes, regional tourism entities and cultural organizations;
To promote the creation of databases of the various technical and logistical service providers existing in the Portuguese territory, with a view to ensuring the best use of existing resources and conditions to support filming;
To ensure the correct identification and reporting of the practical needs and difficulties of film productions, ensuring the implementation of appropriate resolution measures;
To identify legislative, regulatory or inter-administrative cooperation changes that allow the simplification and standardization of administrative procedures for licensing, authorization or prior communication necessary for film production in Portugal.