30%cash rebate (up to)
2continents in one city
19countries · one team
1producer & contract
Why Türkiye

Two continents, endless looks

Istanbul spans Europe and Asia, with the Bosphorus, Ottoman mosques, bazaars and modern skylines. Beyond it: Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys, Pamukkale’s white terraces, ancient Ephesus and the Turquoise Coast.

Türkiye has one of the region’s biggest TV industries, so crews and facilities are plentiful. It combines easily with Greece, Bulgaria and Georgia.

Locations

Filming locations in Türkiye

  • Istanbul – Bosphorus, Old City, Grand Bazaar and rooftops
  • Cappadocia – fairy chimneys, cave hotels and hot-air balloons
  • Pamukkale & Hierapolis – white travertine terraces
  • Ephesus – Library of Celsus and Roman streets
  • Ölüdeniz & the Lycian coast – lagoons and cliffs
  • Antalya – old harbour and beaches
  • Mardin – honey-coloured stone city above the plains
  • Mount Nemrut – giant stone heads at sunrise
  • Black Sea highlands – green plateaus and tea fields
  • Ani – medieval ruins on the eastern frontier
Incentives

The Türkiye cash rebate

The Ministry of Culture and Tourism refunds up to 30% of eligible spend in Türkiye for foreign productions.

  • Formats: features, TV series, documentaries, animation – and commercials.
  • Apply first: costs incurred before the application is submitted do not qualify.
  • Minimum spend: set per format in Turkish lira; ask us for current figures.
  • Assessment: by an incentive commission including the ministries and producers’ associations.

Send us your brief and we will confirm eligibility and the rebate for your project.

Filmed in Türkiye

Made in Türkiye

Istanbul has been a favourite of Hollywood action films:

2012

Skyfall

James Bond’s opening chase ran across Istanbul’s rooftops and the Grand Bazaar.

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2012

Argo

Ben Affleck’s Oscar winner used Istanbul to stand in for Tehran.

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2012

Taken 2

Liam Neeson’s thriller was set and shot in Istanbul.

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What we do

Our production services in Türkiye

One producer and one contract – from the first scout to the final rebate report.

  • Location scouting and management
  • Filming permits and authorisations
  • Local crew, fixers and English-speaking production managers
  • Camera, lighting and grip – local or from our regional hubs
  • Casting, extras and talent
  • Transport, accommodation and catering
  • Budgeting, production accounting and rebate administration
  • Multi-country shoots across the Balkans and Eastern Europe
Practical

Good to know

  • Airports: Istanbul, Sabiha Gökçen, Antalya, Izmir, Kayseri for Cappadocia
  • Currency: Turkish lira (TRY)
  • Crew & kit: a large TV and film industry in Istanbul

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FAQ

Filming in Türkiye: FAQ

Does Türkiye have a film incentive?

Yes. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism offers a cash rebate of up to 30% of eligible spend, including for commercials.

Which films were shot in Istanbul?

Skyfall, Argo and Taken 2 all filmed in Istanbul.

Can you combine Türkiye with Bulgaria or Greece?

Yes. Istanbul is close to both borders and we plan multi-country shoots with one team.

What projects do you service?

Commercials, music videos, branded content, TV series, unscripted formats, documentaries and feature films for clients from the UK, US and Europe.

Planning a shoot in Türkiye?

Send us your dates, script or treatment. We reply with location options, a budget estimate and a rebate calculation.

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Location photos: Unsplash