Useful info for Producers

Info

Recce

  • Recce must be arranged in advance 

  • Discuss any furniture movement needs 

  • Agree on equipment placement 

  • Confirm crew size and parking requirements 

  • Review property-specific guidelines 

  • Discuss any overnight equipment storage needs  

Insurance Requirements

  • Public Liability Insurance (minimum €5,000,000) 

  • Property Damage coverage 

  • Certificates required 48 hours before shoot 

  • Drone permits and insurance if applicable 

  • Additional coverage for special requirements 

Timing

  • Arrival/departure times strictly observed 

  • 15-20 minute grace period at end of day 

  • Overtime charged at €250 per hour 

  • Early access needs to be pre-arranged

Property guidelines

  • Treat all furniture and fixtures with care 

  • No dragging of equipment or furniture 

  • Use floor protection where needed 

  • Report any damage immediately 

  • Return all items to original positions 

  • Clean as you go 

Parking and access

  • Follow property-specific parking instructions 

  • Respect neighbors and access routes 

  • Keep noise levels reasonable 

  • No blocking of shared access ways 

  • Special vehicle access needs to be pre-arranged

Privacy

  • No sharing of exact location 

  • No GPS coordinates or street names 

  • Reference only as "A Home Milk Locations Property" 

  • No behind-the-scenes location identifiers 

  • Strict social media guidelines may apply 

The Weather

Seasonal Averages: 

  • Spring (Mar-May): 15-20°C, occasional rain 

  • Summer (Jun-Aug): 25-32°C, very dry 

  • Autumn (Sep-Nov): 18-25°C, possible storms 

  • Winter (Dec-Feb): 10-15°C, some rain 

The light

  • Best natural light: 10:00-16:00 (winter), 09:00-19:00 (summer) 

  • Golden hour varies seasonally (check local times) 

  • Air conditioning may affect sound recording June-September 

  • Wind patterns stronger in winter months 

  • UV index very high May-September  

Catering

  • Discuss catering setup during recce 

  • Designated eating areas to be used 

  • No food/drink near valuable items 

  • Clean up thoroughly after breaks 

  • Dispose of waste appropriately 

  • See shoot catering services below in ‘useful contacts’ section

Emergency contacts

  • Emergency Contacts: 
    European Emergency Number: 112 

  • Local Police (Policía Local): 092 

  • Guardia Civil: 062 

  • Medical Emergency: 061 

  • Fire Brigade (Bomberos): 080 

    Medical Facilities: 
    Hospital Son Espases 
      Address: Ctra. de Valldemossa, 79, 07120 Palma 
      Tel: +34 871 20 50 00 

    - Hospital Quirónsalud Palmaplanas 
      Address: Camí dels Reis, 308, 07010 Palma 
      Tel: +34 971 91 80 00 .

Local regulations

  • Information can be accessed through: 

  • Govern de les Illes Balears (www.caib.es) 

  • Filming permits 

  • Noise regulations 

  • Environmental protection 

Noise restrictions

  • Residential areas: 55dB (day) / 45dB (night) 

  • Working hours: 8:00 - 20:00 (Mon-Sat)

  • Special permits needed for extended hours

Environmental considerations

Protected areas require special permits 

If you are looking to apply for permits in protected areas in Mallorca:

  1. Contact the Illes Balears Film Commission

  • This is a free public service provided by the Government of the Balearic Islands. They specifically handle permits for protected natural areas

  • Contact: www.illesbalearsfilm.org

  1. Alternative Route: Mallorca Film Commission

  • They can assist with permit applications

  • Contact: +34 971 173 782

  • Website: mallorcafilmcommission.net

Important Notes:

  • Filming permits can only be applied for by companies based and registered on the island

  • Special environmental considerations apply in protected areas

  • For protected areas like UNESCO World Heritage sites, additional permissions may be required

  • Beach filming has specific restrictions (especially May-October)

The best first step would be to contact the Illes Balears Film Commission directly, as they are the official government body handling these permits and can guide you through the specific requirements for protected areas.

- Drone regulations via AESA (www.seguridadaerea.gob.es) 

Useful contacts

Equipment and props

  • Mallorca Props 
      Website: https://www.barneyholden.com/props 
    Services: Furniture, props, and styling and transport

  • MN Studios

    https://mnstudios.es/en/equipment-rental/

    Equipment rental, transport, casting  

  •  Mallorca Film Commission 
      Email: mallorcafilmcommission@fundaciomallorcaturisme.net 
      Services: Permits, local crew database  

Catering

  • La Van

    https://la-vanmallorca.com/corporate

    Catering services

  • Delicioso

    https://www.deli-delicioso.com/film-production-catering/

    Catering services

  • Deli Fresh Go

    https://delifreshgo.com/tv-film-location-catering/mallorca/

    Catering services

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