Film producers will be able to benefit from a transferable Tax Credit equivalent to 25% of all expenses incurred in the Dominican Republic that are directly related to the stages of pre-production, production and post-production of their films. The credit may be transferred to one or more Dominican taxpayers. In addition to these film incentives, availability of facilities for advanced monetization solutions will be available. The film tax credit can not be transferred for less than 60% of its value.
In addition to the TTC, goods and services that are directly related to the stages of pre-production, production and post-production are exempt from payment of the Tax on the Transfer of Goods and Services (ITBIS). Productions must use Goods & Services providers that are registered at the Film Commission and confirm these goods & services are listed within the film law as “Directly related to pre-production, production & post-production.