Production incentives – financial support and how to apply
The Swedish audiovisual incentive provides a production relief of up to 25 per cent on Swedish production costs.
Shoot Your Next Film in Sweden
Welcome to Sweden—a premier filming destination combining diverse and intriguing landscapes and locations, different financial funding systems, skilled talent with high creativity and a commitment to make production more and more sustainable.
Whether you’re envisioning an epic adventure, historical drama, or contemporary thriller, Sweden offers everything you need to bring your vision to life.
Image: Morning fog sweeps over a section of forest in the southwest of Sweden. Bokenäs, Klev. Photographer: Per Pixel Petersson/imagebank.sweden.se
Scenic Diversity
Sweden’s landscapes range from vast forests, rolling meadows, and shimmering lakes to dramatic coastlines and urban settings. Swedish Lapland, with its northern lights and midnight sun, offers a breathtaking backdrop, while the country’s 220,000 islands provide striking archipelagos ideal for unique storytelling.
Historic cities in various sizes from smaller towns to big main cities seamlessly blend medieval charm with modern design, making them perfect for a variety of genres. Did you know that Skane has the world’s highest density of castles per square kilometre?
Image: Summer in Sweden. Stora Amundön, Gothenburg. Photographer/Credits: Faramarz Gosheh/imagebank.sweden.se
World-Class Film Industry
Sweden has a rich cinematic history, home to legends like Ingmar Bergman and contemporary talents such as Ruben Östlund or Tarik Saleh. International talents and creatives are supported by highly skilled, flexible, experienced and English-speaking crews. Cutting-edge VFX and post-production facilities ensure access to top-tier technology. As we film most of our production on location we are used to handling permits and company moves.
Sustainability
Sweden aims to lead in green filmmaking, offering environmentally friendly infrastructure powered by 98% renewable energy and world class waste management. We have a long and successful tradition of working with social and economic sustainability and are now including the ecological aspects in this work. To make things easier for coproductions in our region we are aligned with the rest of the Nordics and most of Northern Europe.
Cultural depth and global influence
Sweden’s rich folklore, Viking and mediaeval history, and multicultural communities add authenticity to storytelling. It has already showcased its cinematic appeal in productions like The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Wallander, The Bridge, Triangle of Sadness and more proving its global appeal as a filming hub.
Logistics for International Crews
Sweden’s modern infrastructure ensures smooth transport between locations, even in remote areas. Known for its safety and high standard of living, the country provides excellent accommodation and amenities, ensuring a comfortable experience for cast and crew. In remote places you might have to make some compromises as the 3-star Michelin restaurant is not around the corner but you will get a great, friendly, cosy and unforgettable experience.
Image: Winter in Sweden. Väderstad, Östergötland. Photographer/Credits: Niclas Albinsson/Folio/imagebank.sweden.se
Sweden Awaits Your Story
With stunning landscapes, film-friendly policies, and a creative, sustainable environment, Sweden is the ideal location for your next project. Let its beauty, innovation, and cinematic legacy inspire your next masterpiece.
Locations – from sizzling metropolises to enchanting forests
Sweden boasts a variety of locations, seasonal scenery, and architecture spanning all styles and eras – all easily accessible through clean, safe infrastructure.
Give sustainability a leading role
Sweden is a leader in sustainable film production, with environmentally friendly practices like non-fossil energy sources, green filming locations, and sustainable transport options.