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What You Need to Know About Insuring Foreign Productions

Producing content overseas can be an incredible opportunity—from tax incentives to exotic backdrops—but it also comes with a unique set of insurance challenges. Whether you’re filming a documentary in South America, a feature in Europe, or a commercial in Asia, understanding the requirements for foreign production insurance is crucial to avoid delays, fines, or uncovered losses.

 

Top Insurance Challenges for International Shoots

• Local Regulations: Every country has its own labor laws, insurance mandates, and compliance standards. Some may require you to work with a local broker or underwriter.
• Equipment in Transit: Shipping cameras, lighting, and sound gear across borders carries risks of theft, damage, and customs issues.
• Medical Coverage: U.S.-based health plans often don’t extend overseas. Crew injuries abroad can turn into legal and financial nightmares if you’re not covered.
• Currency and Legal Jurisdiction: If a claim arises, do you want to be dealing with a court in a foreign country—or one at home?

Core Coverages You’ll Need:

• Foreign General Liability: Covers third-party injury or property damage abroad.
• Foreign Workers’ Compensation / Travel Accident Insurance: Protects your crew and cast while outside the U.S.
• Inland Marine/Equipment Floater: Covers cameras and gear as it travels internationally.
• Kidnap and Ransom Insurance: Critical for certain high-risk regions.
• Local Production Liability (when required): Some countries require separate in-country coverage.
 

At MovieInsure, we partner with underwriters experienced in international productions, ensuring your project remains compliant, protected, and on-schedule—wherever in the world your story takes you.

 

Before your passport is stamped, make sure your policy is, too. Let us help you go global with confidence.

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