Greece Satsuei
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Your Trusted Partner for International Production About Us
Greece Satsuei, as part of Nippon Production, delivers comprehensive production support across more than 100 countries. We combine our deep understanding of Japanese culture with Greece’s diverse locations to provide exceptional service. Our bilingual team ensures that your project is executed smoothly, reflecting our commitment to quality. Our work, showcased on BBC, Netflix, and The New York Times, highlights our dedication to excellence.

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Production Support for Filming in Greece Film Production in Greece
Filming in Greece presents unique challenges, but with our extensive experience and local expertise, we provide seamless support for every aspect of your production. From obtaining permits and equipment rentals to navigating local regulations and culture, we are here to ensure a smooth and successful shoot.
Entry and Filming Permits: Filming in Greece requires various permits, including entry visas and filming permissions from authorities like the Ministry of Press and Culture. Special permits are needed for filming at historical sites, and drone filming requires approval from the Civil Aviation Authority. We manage these complex processes, ensuring timely and efficient applications.
Special Equipment and Technical Needs: Greece’s varied locations may demand specialized equipment such as 4K cameras, drones, and cranes. Some equipment may require local licenses, which we can handle for you, along with arranging equipment specialists to ensure smooth operations during the shoot.
Cultural Considerations and Local Regulations: Greece’s unique religious and cultural landscapes often require special handling, particularly when filming at religious sites or public events. Our team provides experienced interpreters and location coordinators to navigate local customs, ensuring that your filming process respects these sensitivities and proceeds smoothly.
Navigating Filming in Greece
For filming in Greece, our production coordinators, with extensive experience in Greek shoots, manage all aspects of the process, from securing filming permits to handling on-site regulations. We provide a comprehensive range of production services, including managing time-consuming permit applications, high-quality equipment rentals, and arranging local staff for your shoot.
Entry Permit Assistance
We assist with the entry process to Greece. The visa required for entering Greece varies depending on the length of stay and is influenced by the nature and scale of the planned filming. Our production coordinators will create an individualized plan based on your specific needs, ensuring a smooth travel experience to Greece.
Filming Permit Applications
Commercial filming in Greece requires permits from authorities such as the Ministry of Press and the Ministry of Culture. Special permits are required for filming at historical sites and public facilities, and applications must be submitted 2 weeks to 1 month in advance. Drone filming also requires approval from the Civil Aviation Authority. The permit process is complex and essential, and we offer our services to streamline it for you.
Special Equipment Rental
We offer a wide range of filming equipment necessary for shoots in Greece. This includes high-performance 4K cameras, drones, cranes, and other specialized equipment that may require local licenses. We can also arrange equipment specialists to ensure smooth operations during the shoot. Feel free to reach out for more details about the equipment available for your filming project in Greece.
Cultural Insights
Greece has a distinctive religious culture, and filming at religious sites or historical ruins requires special permits. During festivals and public holidays, traffic restrictions may apply. Our media production team supports you not only in legal and regulatory aspects but also with language, cultural considerations, and event coordination. Skilled local interpreters and location coordinators are available to ensure a seamless and efficient filming experience in Greece.
Ideal Filming Seasons
Greece enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with spring and autumn being the best seasons for filming. Summer is dry and hot, but with beautiful clear skies, while winter is relatively mild but may experience snow in the northern mountainous regions. We offer advice on the optimal filming periods and times based on the regional climate to ensure a comfortable and ideal filming environment.
Taxation and Incentives
As of December 2024, the VAT in Greece is 24%. Additional taxes, such as lodging taxes, may apply during filming. If you require tax deduction support for your shoot, please feel free to contact us. Our production team leverages its local network to provide accurate information on available production incentives in Greece.
Bringing Global Expertise to Greece Our Network
In over 100 countries, we connect filmmakers with the highest level of professional support. In Greece, we ensure that Japanese filmmakers benefit from a network of bilingual experts, including interpreters, technical staff, and coordinators. Whether you’re working on a film, TV show, or commercial, our team’s proficiency in both languages and cultures provides seamless coordination.
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Greece Satsuei | Global Production Center Ltd.
greece-satsuei.com is owned and operated by Global Production Center Ltd, a UK-registered company.
(Company Number: 11528256)
Established: 2018
Specialty: Media production across 150+ countries
Staff: Over 30 full-time employees and a network of 1,500+ international contractors fluent in Japanese and English, experienced in media production.
Achievements: Delivered over 400 production projects in the past year, including 100+ for major Japanese clients.
Other franchises owned by the company:
- Storytailors (Global production network for Western clients)
- Nippon Production (Global production network for Japanese clients)