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New Zealand Film Certification
We certify productions as New Zealand films for tax purposes.
You will require this certification if you are seeking an accelerated deduction under section EJ6 of the Income Tax Act 2007.
A film will be certified as a New Zealand film if it has significant New Zealand content, as determined by the criteria set out in section 18 of the New Zealand Film Commission Act 1978.
Application process
There are two stages to the application process. While the first provisional stage isn’t mandatory, it is recommended.
We aim to assess all applications within six weeks of receipt of a complete application and provide copies of all provisional and final certificates issued to the Inland Revenue Department.
One
Provisional application
Two
Final application
For more information, please read our application guidelines for applicants. Completed Certification Application Forms and any questions about this process, should be sent to certifications@nzfilm.co.nz