African Fixer provides comprehensive film, video and stills production fixer services in São Tomé and Príncipe. Since 2005 our local teams have managed permits, crew, equipment, logistics and locations for international productions across Africa, and São Tomé and Príncipe is part of our continent-wide network.
Production services in São Tomé and Príncipe
- Film permits and government liaison
- Local crew and heads of department
- Camera, lighting and grip equipment (hired locally or shipped and cleared)
- Location scouting and access
- Casting and talent
- Transport, fixers and chaperones
- Hotel, flight and travel logistics
- Catering and on-set support
- Visa applications for international cast and crew
- Security for cast and crew
Why film in São Tomé and Príncipe?
São Tomé and Príncipe are dramatic volcanic islands of rainforest, the iconic Pico Cão Grande spire, historic cocoa plantations (roças), waterfalls and palm-fringed beaches in the Gulf of Guinea.
How we work
From first enquiry to wrap, your dedicated line producer in São Tomé and Príncipe handles every detail — budget planning, permits, crew, kit and on-the-ground problem-solving — so your team can focus on the shoot. We know the local landscape, the officials and the logistics, and we make production in São Tomé and Príncipe straightforward.
Production types we service
Our local team supports every kind of production: feature films, television, commercials, documentaries, music videos, YouTube & digital content, still photography and fashion productions.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a film permit in São Tomé and Príncipe?
Yes. African Fixer arranges all required filming permits and government approvals in São Tomé and Príncipe before you arrive.
Can you supply local crew and equipment in São Tomé and Príncipe?
Yes. We provide vetted local crew and source equipment locally where available, or ship and clear it through customs.
How do I get a quote for filming in São Tomé and Príncipe?
Contact African Fixer with your brief and dates and we will prepare a tailored production budget for your shoot in São Tomé and Príncipe.
Contact African Fixer to plan your shoot in São Tomé and Príncipe.
