The Ministry of Trade and Industry is inviting filmmakers, both local and international, to take advantage of the Production Expenditure Rebate programme for 2025-2027. According to an update on social media, the rebate offers cash back on qualifying production expenses, with varying percentages based on the budget. For international productions, it ranges from 12.5% to 35%, with an additional 20% for hiring local labour. Local producers can receive a flat 35% rebate on budgets from US$15,000 to US$8 million, plus 20% for employing local workers. The programme aims to support the film industry by encouraging both local and international productions in Trinidad and Tobago.
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