Film Permit Application

Film Permit Application

Visit Galveston (formerly the Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau) is happy to assist you with filming on Galveston Island! To obtain a filming permit, please complete the application below, and a Film Liason will review and issue a permit, or contact you for further information.

For any questions or assistance with this application, please contact us at (409) 797-5157 or email bkunz@visitgalveston.com.

Please list the following (when applicable):

A certificate of liability insurance is required prior to filming. Minimum limits: $2M General Aggregate/ $1M Each Occurrence. The following entities must be named as additional insured:

If you have already completed this step, please upload a copy of the declaration page showing these two entities listed. (PDF only)

Fire Permit: For use of squibs and pyrotechnics, a fire permit must be filed with the Fire Marshall's office. Additional special effects and chemical use may also require this.

CVB Tracking Information: (info will be used by CVB only):

Other City Requirements:

- License to Use Permit: If your shoot requires traffic control or pedestrian control on a public right-of-way, you will need to file a License to Use Temporary Permit with the City of Galveston's Planning Department. It may require you to hire police officers on site during the duration of the shoot.

- Loudspeaker Permit: You must file a Loudspeaker Permit with the City of Galveston City Manager's Office for any amplified sound or excessive noise involved in your production.

- A signed and approved copy of the permits must be submitted prior to filming.