Ghana ⇄ Togo ⇄ Benin
Cross-Border Production Support.
Get support with processing visas, customs, transportation, permits and translation support when crossing Ghana-Aflao and Sanvée-Condji Benin borders. We provide full production support with crew, logistics and equipment when filming in Ghana, Togo, Benin, Nigeria, and Burkina Faso.
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Get all kinds of video production services
Experinced Film Fixers
Local experienced production fixers to handle all your visas, customs, border crossings and on-ground logistics.
Professional Equipment Hire
Rent modern cameras from local equipment suppliers. Find cameras lenses, lighting, and professional sound gear.
Documentary Production
Get full-service documentaries production for your NGO. Create impactful stories across the African continent.
Translation Support
Professional translation for transactions, inteviews, voiceovers, and subtitling content for regional markets.
Post Production
Send your raw footage to our Lome editing center for color grading, sound design, and social media repurposing.
Visas & Filming Permits
Get support processing visas, invitation letters, clearances, permits and reliable government application approvals.
Local Film Crews
Hire professional local crews. Get DOPs, producers, drone pilots, sound recordists, assistants and all roles.
Transport & Logistics
Get dedicated 4x4 production vehicles equipped for rough terrain and secure, long-distance equipment and crew transport.
Filming Guides To Help You Film In West Africa
Accurate resources and production guides to help you film successfuly.
Filming in West Africa: Frequently Asked Questions
Clear, practical answers to help you plan a successful film production across Ghana, Togo, Benin, Nigeria, and Burkina Faso.
How do you help us move camera equipment seamlessly between Ghana, Togo, Benin, and neighboring countries?
Moving camera gear and production equipment across borders in West Africa can be challenging due to custom rules. We handle all the paperwork for you, including temporary customs permits, Carnet coordination, and pre-clearance at major border points like Aflao (Ghana-Togo border) and Sanvée-Condji (Togo-Benin border). Our local team meets you at the border to ensure everything passes through safely and quickly without delays.
What kinds of filming permits and paperwork do we need for West Africa, and how do you handle them?
Every country requires its own official filming permission. For example, filming in Ghana requires registration with the Ministry of Information, while Togo, Benin, Nigeria, and Burkina Faso have their own local authorities and park permits. We act as your local representatives to secure all general filming licenses, drone permissions, and special national park or heritage site approvals well in advance, so your shoot is fully legal.
How do you solve the currency and local payment challenges when filming in multiple West African countries?
Managing payments across different currencies like the Ghana Cedi (GHS) and the West African CFA Franc (XOF) can be stressful for international productions. We simplify this completely by sending you a single consolidated invoice in your preferred currency. Our local team then manages all local cash needs on the ground, including payments for drivers, security, catering, and local crews, so you don't have to carry large amounts of cash.
How do you help us overcome language barriers and communicate with local communities?
Communicating clearly with local communities is essential for a successful shoot. While English is the official language in Ghana and Nigeria, French is widely spoken in Togo, Benin, and Burkina Faso, alongside key regional languages like Ewe, Twi, Hausa, and Fon. We provide experienced, bilingual local fixers and translators who handle all communication, community entry permissions, and cultural mediation to keep your set welcoming and productive.
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