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Dubai, UAE
Full production service in Dubai and the UAE: scouting, permits, crew, casting and logistics, managed by one bilingual contact.
Why shoot here
- 01
Desert to skyline in an hour
Dunes, coast and futuristic architecture close together.
- 02
Production-friendly
Film commissions and a production rebate in Abu Dhabi.
- 03
Reliable sunshine
Clear skies for most of the year; the cooler months from October to April suit long exterior days.
On the ground
A selection from our scouting. Tap to enlarge.
Nature02
Beaches & coast01
Cityscapes03
Roads & driving02
Some reference photos come from Wikimedia Commons, used under their Creative Commons licences; author and licence appear under each enlarged photo.
Every scene your story demands
- 01Desert dunes
- 02Futuristic skyline
- 03Luxury interiors
- 04Coastline
- 05Old souks
- 06Highways & night city
Need specific location photos? Send your script or references and we’ll come back with a scouting selection.
What we arrange
All services ↗- International line producing
- Cross-border production coordination
- Budget management & logistics
- On-ground production supervision
- Location scouting
- Film permits
- Local crew sourcing
- Talent casting
- Equipment rental coordination
- Transportation & accommodation
- Catering
- Post-production support
Questions
- What locations can you find in Dubai, UAE?
- Our local location team is highly experienced and fully supports every brief: send us your script or references and we come back with scouted options, from landmarks to private villas, roads and studios.
- How much prep time do we need?
- We recommend three weeks or more for a comfortable pre-production: scouting, casting, permits and crew booking all fit in without rushing. Tighter timelines are possible; talk to us early.
- Can Calla Media handle permits in Dubai, UAE?
- Yes. Film permits are part of our production service; we apply with the authorities and location owners and fold the timing into the schedule.