Filming in Tierkidi Refugee Camp

Filming in Tierkidi Refugee Camp

Tierkidi Refugee Camp is the second oldest refugee camp in Gambella region next to Pugnido on the border with Ethiopia. Tierkidi camp hosts South Sudanese refugees who arrived in Gambella region following the outbreak of conflict in December 2013 in the country of origin.

Like other refugee camps in South Sudan, it is as well possible to film South Sudanese refugees in the Tierkidi refugee settlement camp Film fixers Uganda has handled many production companies and film crews that have visited various refugee camps in South Sudan to make films and documentaries about the life of refugees in these camps. Tierkidi Refugee Camp is managed by the UNHCR. Film Crew Fixers with its Post COVID 19 Filming guidelines (SOPs) will handle all your pre and production fixer services. Feel free to get in touch here

Filming Permissions to film in Tierkidi Refugee Camp

You will need to get permission to be allowed to film at Tierkidi Refugee Camp. Securing a filming permit in South Sudan can be an expensive and time-consuming process so make sure to allow plenty of time for us to help you secure the permit for you. You will also need to get permission from the authorities managing the refugee camp. The first step is to complete all necessary applications with the help of Film Crew Fixers Uganda. The application will be submitted to our local South Sudan consulate so that they can complete the application. South Sudan authorities are known to be mercurial with their permitting. Be sure to have all permits in writing. Contact us here and we will help you secure a filming permit for filming in South Sudan

Cost to film in Tierkidi Refugee Camp

The cost of your filming trip to Tierkidi Refugee Camp will depend on the itinerary of your shoot to determine how much you will pay for your filming trip to this settlement Camp.

Preparation

We normally encourage all crews to do proper preparations in order to survey all potential locations to avoid under or overestimations.

On top of the above you will need to cover accommodation, Visas and work permits, fixer fees, and transport for a successful shoot in Tierkidi Refugee Camp as below;

South Sudan Visa and work permit Advice

You will need to purchase a tourist visa or business visa to allow you entry in South Sudan. All film crew members traveling to South Sudan must obtain an Electronic visa unless they are of a South Sudanese origin, come from one of the visa-exempt countries, or come from one of the countries whose citizens are eligible for visa on arrival. The cost of South Sudan visa and the application process depends on your nationality and the country where you are applying. You will therefore need to contact your local embassy for South Sudan to establish the exact fee you will have to pay. Proof of yellow fever vaccination and a COVID-19 free certificate may be asked if arriving from affected countries. Visa, work permit, and other entry and exit conditions such as customs and quarantine regulations can change regularly. We advise you to contact your local South Sudan embassy or us here for the latest travel information to South Sudan.

South Sudan Vehicle Hire Services

Film Crew Fixers Uganda will help you organize transport for film crews to film in Tierkidi Refugee Camp depending on their interest, budget, and the nature of roads in such selected locations to film. We recommend Customized 4×4 Land Cruisers which costs from USD200-350 per vehicle per day with Driver/Fixer or 4×4 Safari Vans from USD200 per Van per day with driver/Fixer. For us to estimate how much it will cost in terms of fuel, we will need to look at your filming schedule to establish mileage and distance to be traveled.

Film Fixers in South Sudan to help you film in Tierkidi Refugee Camp.

All our vehicles come with drivers who act as location fixers and most of them have been to almost all parts of South Sudan and are thus conversant with the local situations and are able to provide relevant information and fix any situation on the ground. These act as intermediaries between you and our office while on location in South Sudan. Contact us here if you are in need of a Film fixer in South Sudan to help you film in Tierkidi Refugee Camp.

Where to Stay during filming in Tierkidi Refugee Camp

Lodge options to stay in during filming in Tierkidi Refugee Camp range from Budget, mid-range to luxury options. You will choose what to stay in depending on your interests and budget. Contact us here for booking and reservation details

What is the best time to film in Tierkidi Refugee Camp?

Filming in Tierkidi Refugee Camp is done throughout the year and the best time is during the dry season between November and April.

Why use Film crew fixers Uganda to film Tierkidi Refugee Camp

Film crew Fixers is a local fixer company based in Uganda, we assist filming companies and Production agencies in South Sudan and East Africa as a whole for the last 8 years. We handle all fixer services required with our professional team of local fixers and driver guides. We have all relevant connections with other service providers and government agencies to make sure that accreditation and filming permits are processed in the shortest time possible. Contact us for details and all relevant information you would like to know for successful filming in Tierkidi Refugee Camp.