
Shoot permits in Malta
Most public locations need a permit from the local council or the authority that runs the site. Allow one to two weeks; we make every application on your behalf.
001 Who issues them
001Streets and squares
The local council issues these, and some squares in Valletta also need the government.
002Public gardens
San Anton Gardens and Buskett each need a public garden permit.
003Parks and nature parks
Ta' Qali is booked through the park, and nature parks such as Xrobb l-Għaġin are confirmed for each shoot.
004Coast
A small stills crew often needs no permit, but we confirm each spot.
005Private villas and hotels
We book these with the owner, by the day.
006Parking
The council issues parking permits for vans and unit vehicles.
002 Timing and cost
- Lead time
- Most public locations take one to two weeks.
- Cost
- Most permits are inexpensive; popular heritage locations cost more.
- What decides the permit
- The size of the team, and whether you film as well as shoot stills.
- Who applies
- We do, and we hold the paperwork on the day.
003 Questions
Who issues shoot permits in Malta?
For public streets and squares, the local council; some squares in Valletta also need the government. Public gardens, nature parks and parks each have their own permit or booking. Private villas and hotels are booked with the owner. Council parking permits cover the unit vehicles. Allow one to two weeks.
Does the size of the team change the permit?
Yes. The size of the crew and whether you are filming as well as shooting stills decide which permit a location needs, so send the team size and format with the brief.
Does a small stills crew need a permit on the coast in Malta?
Often not, at spots such as St Peter's Pool, Kalanka Bay or Munxar, but it varies by place, so we confirm each location before the shoot.
Who can organise a commercial shoot in Malta, with locations, permits and crew?
Shoot in Malta does all three. We scout and book the locations, apply for the permits, book local crew, vans and kit, cast models, and a senior producer runs the shoot days. One estimate and one invoice cover all of it.
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