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Are you looking for a local and Reliable Film Fixer in Kinshasa DR Congo to provide production support services such as securing the filming permits, media accreditation, kit customs & visas. You are in the right place and Eco Film Fixers will help you fix all the required services for you to have a successful shoot in Kinshasa DR Congo. All our vehicles come with drivers who act as location fixers in Kinshasa DR Congo and most of them have been to almost all parts of DR Congo and are thus conversant with the local situations and are able to provide relevant information and fix any situation on ground. These act as intermediaries between you and our office while on location in DR Congo.
Kinshasa City formerly called Léopoldville is the capital and the largest city of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is located near Kisangani and Brazzaville alongside the Congo River, it is best known for filming the fishing and trading villages. Kinshasa is also best known as a cultural and intellectual center for Central Africa with a flourishing community of musicians and artists.
What to film in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo
The National Museum of the Democratic Republic of Congo
This was first opened in 1970, filming in this museum will give you an opportunity to shoot the traditions and culture of the Congolese people.
Lola Ya Bonobo Sanctuary.
Lola Ya Bonobo is a sanctuary for orphaned Bonobos and one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Kinshasa area. It is one of the best places to film bonobos in DR Congo.
Other iconic areas to film in Kinshasa include the Kinshasa Market, Kinkole a small village in the eastern part of the city’s rural area and Jardin d’Eden a restaurant and music bar by the shores of the Nsele river, in the eastern part of the city’s rural area. You can eat, listen to and film the live band playing Congolese classics or even take a boat on the river Nsele.
What are the requirements for filming in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo?
You will need to have processed filming permits for all the crew members and all Permissions with Local authorities in DR Congo for you to be allowed to film in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo. Then for your filming equipment, this will also need to be cleared with customs at the point of Entry in DR Congo. Contact us at Eco Film Fixers we will be able to process both the filming permissions with Local Authorities in DR Congo, Accommodation and transportation for all the crew members as well guide and help you with clearance processes at the point of entry into DR Congo.
DR Congo has no specific permitting system available in place so location permits for filming are negotiated on a case by case basis. Like other countries as well in DR Congo unauthorized filming of government buildings, military installations and along border areas is illegal and may result in arrest and confiscation of your film equipments. Other permissions are also required for shoots that require use of public space, traffic control in various cities, filming in national parks, filming in markets and drone filming. Please contact us at Eco film fixers and we will guide you accordingly. Other important things you need to consider for successful filming in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo include;
DR Congo Visa and Work permits Advice
Your film crew will need a visa to be allowed to enter the Democratic republic of Congo. Unlike Uganda and Kenya, where one can obtain a visa upon arrival, the Congo visa must be applied for in advance at the closest Consulate or Embassy. The Congo Visa for Single entry costs $ 100 Single entry (1 month validity visa), Single entry (2 months validity visa) $ 135 and Single entry (6 months validity visa) $400 you will need to apply for this Visa atleast 2 to 3 weeks in advance before your travel date as it cannot be gotten on arrival. You will not be allowed to enter DR Congo without a visa that was not processed in advance. You need an invitation letter as well as a yellow fever card. Please contact us for more details on how to secure the Visa for entry into DR Congo.
DR Congo Vehicle Hire Services
Eco film fixers organizes transport for film crews in DR Congo depending on their interest, budget and the nature of roads in such selected locations they are filming in DR Congo. For rough terrains, like in National Parks, we recommend Customized 4×4 Land Cruisers. For us to estimate how much it will cost in terms of fuel, we will need to look at your filming schedule to establish mileage and distance to be travelled. We also organize both charter and schedule air transport for those that need to fly in order to reduce on the number of drive hours.
Is it safe to film in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo?
Yes it is safe to film in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo. Generally the Democratic Republic of Congo has for the past years been hit by various unprecedented disasters that are civil and rebel wars, Ebola disease among others which has stopped many from visiting DR Congo for filming. However Congo is now getting back to better days and it is safe for filming and as a company we keep on monitoring the security situation time to time and we will always advise you before any filming starts. Contact us here for update security situation in DR Congo.
Where to stay during filming in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo
Lodges to stay in during filming in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo range from budget, midrange to luxury options, contact us here for reservation and booking details. Options include JJ Lodge, Erige Lodge, and Green Lodge among others.
What is the best time to film in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo?
Filming in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo is done throughout the year and the best time is during the dry season which occurs in the months of December, January, February, June, July, August and September. Congo is located in the tropics and with this it experiences tropical climate and weather throughout the year, with the park is prone to receiving uncertain rains any time of the day or week.
Why use Eco film fixers to film in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo
Eco Film Fixers is a local fixer company based in Uganda and we assist filming companies and Production agencies in DR Congo and East Africa as a whole for the last eight years. We handle all fixer services required with our professional team of local fixers and driver guides. We have all relevant connections with other service providers and government agencies to make sure that accreditation and filming permits are processed in the shortest time possible. Contact us for details and all relevant information you would like to know for filming in Kinshasa Capital of DR Congo and Reliable Film Fixer in Kinshasa DR Congo
