Government Forms For Every Corner of Production

Affidavit to Dissolve-Louisiana Limited Liability Company

A form used to dissolve a limited liability company in the state of Louisiana.

Affidavit to Dissolve-Louisiana Nonprofit

A form used to dissolve a nonprofit corporation in the state of Louisiana.

Annual Report for Domestic and Foreign Corporations

Every corporation authorized to transact business in the Commonwealth must file an annual report with the Corporations Division within two and one half (2½) months after the close of the corporation’s fiscal year end.

Tax Incentive, Production Incentives

Annual Tax and Wage Report For Domestic Employment - DOL 4A

Domestic employers must file this annual tax and wage report. The annual report and any payment due must be filed on or before January 31st of the following year to be considered timely.

Wage Reporting

California

Appendix B - Budget Template (Film Space Grant 2023-2027)

In order to apply for a SF Film Space Grant for nonprofit organizations, download and complete this budget template. Uploaded the completed budget template with your online applicaiton. Link opens in Microsoft Excel.

Production Incentives

Illinois

Applicant Checklist for Illinois Film Tax Credit Claim

This checklist outlines the necessary documentation and steps to complete when submitting a claim for the Illinois Film Tax Credit, ensuring all required information is provided for efficient processing.

Application - Certificate of Authority Amendment (CD 518)

Used to update an existing Certificate of Authority for a foreign (out-of-state) business operating in Georgia. A film production company may need this if it changes its business name or registered agent while shooting in Georgia.

Application - Certificate of Authority Withdrawal (CD 555)

Used to withdraw an out-of-state company's authority to do business in Georgia. A production company that completes a project in Georgia and no longer needs to maintain a presence may file this.

Application - Certificate of Authority for Benefit Corporation (CD 239)

Required for an out-of-state benefit corporation (a for-profit company with a social mission) to operate in Georgia. A film production company structured as a benefit corporation might need this if it prioritizes sustainability or social impact.

Application - Certificate of Authority for LLC (CD 241)

Enables an out-of-state LLC to legally operate in Georgia. A production company formed as an LLC outside Georgia must file this before starting local operations.

Application - Certificate of Authority for LLP (CD 2000)

Grants an out-of-state limited liability partnership (LLP) permission to operate in Georgia. Useful for legal, financial, or consulting firms supporting a film project.

Application - Certificate of Authority for Limited Partnership (LP or LLLP) (CD 251)

Allows an out-of-state limited partnership (LP) or limited liability limited partnership (LLLP) to legally conduct business in Georgia. A film production structured as an LP (common for investment pooling) must file this to shoot and operate in the state.

Application - Certificate of Authority for Professional Corporation (CD 238)

Needed for an out-of-state professional corporation (e.g., law firms, accounting firms) to do business in Georgia. A production legal team operating from another state may require this.

Application - Certificate of Authority for Profit or Nonprofit Corporation (CD 236)

Required for an out-of-state corporation (profit or nonprofit) to register in Georgia. A nonprofit documentary film company or an investor-backed film corporation must file this before operating in the state.

Application - State Franchise Amendment (GAVFL002)

Used to update a state franchise agreement. A media distribution company expanding its service area in Georgia might use this.

Application - State Franchise Certificate (GAVFL001)

Grants a business the right to operate as a state franchise in Georgia. A production studio distributing content in Georgia may need this.

Application - State Franchise Renewal (GAVFL005)

Required for renewing a previously granted state franchise certificate.

Application - State Franchise Termination (GAVFL004)

Used to terminate a state franchise certificate, possibly after ceasing operations in Georgia.

Application - State Franchise Transfer (GAVFL003)

Allows for the transfer of a state franchise to a new entity or owner.

Application - Trademark or Service Mark Registrant Name Address Change (TM04)

Used to update the registered name or address of a trademark holder. A production company protecting its brand may use this.

Application - Trademark or Service Mark Registration (TMAPPL)

Used to register a trademark or service mark in Georgia. A production company may file this to protect its film title, logo, or slogan.

Application - Trademark or Service Mark Renewal (TM02)

Renews an existing Georgia trademark or service mark registration.

Application For A Blanket Permit To Employ Minors In The Entertainment Industry — Attachment List of Minor Form

This secondary form must be completed and submitted along with the “Application For A Blanket Permit To Employ Minors In The Entertainment Industry — Theatrical Permit Packet” in order to apply for a permit to employ minors in the entertainment industry in Louisiana.

Child Performer Permit

Application For A Blanket Permit To Employ Minors In The Entertainment Industry — Theatrical Permit Packet

A form used to apply for a permit to employ minors in the entertainment industry in Louisiana.

Child Performer Permit

California

Application For Film Permit To The Department Of Animal Services

In order to use live animals in a production in California, productions must fill out and submit this form.

California

Application For Permission To Employ Minors In The Entertainment Industry

In order to employ minors in the entertainment industry in the state of California, productions must fill out and submit this form.

Connecticut

Application For Temporary Special Event Permit, Town Of Avon

This application is required to host temporary special events in Avon, Connecticut, including film shoots. It must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the event to allow for necessary reviews and approvals.

Application for Fireworks Certificate of Competency (FP-007)

Individuals using fireworks in Massachusetts must complete and submit this form to obtain a fireworks license.

Application for Permit to Transport Fireworks (FP-006E)

Use this form to obtain a permit to transport fireworks for special effects purposes in Massachusetts. Pyrotechnic companies must have a permit to transport fireworks to locations within Massachusetts.

Application for Pyrotechnic User Certificate (FP-076)

Companies that work with fireworks in Massachusetts must complete and submit this form to obtain a pyrotechnic user's certificate.

Application for Reinstatement Following Administrative Dissolution

A corporation that was administratively dissolved by the Division after July 1, 2004, may apply for reinstatement at any time.

New York

Application for Reservation of Name

A form used to reserve a corporate name prior to filing a Certificate of Incorporation.

Application for Revival

A corporation that was dissolved voluntarily or administratively prior to July 1, 2004, may be revived for all or limited purposes by any interested person by filing an application for revival.

Application for Special Effects Certificate of Competency (FP-008)

Individuals using special effects in Massachusetts must complete and submit this form to obtain a special effects license

Employment Forms, Child Performer Permit

Application for Waiver of Child Labor Restrictions for Minors in Theatrical Productions

Use this form to apply for a waiver of child labor restrictions for child performers in Massachusetts. In addition to the waiver, child performers aged 14-17 will need a youth employment permit to work in the state of Massachusetts.

Connecticut

Application for a Permit for Commercial Filming and Promotion Town of Greenwich

This application is necessary for commercial filming activities in Greenwich, Connecticut. It facilitates the town's assessment and approval process for such events.

Application for a State Cable & Video Franchise

This form can be used to apply for a cable and video franchise in the state of Louisiana.

Application of Foreign Corporation for Certificate of Authority

This form must be completed and filed by out-of-state corporations in order to do business in Louisiana.

Application of Foreign Limited Liability Company

This form must be completed and filed by out-of-state limited liability companies in order to do business in Louisiana.

Application of Reservation of Name

If a corporation or other business entity wants to reserve a corporate name prior to incorporating or filing a certificate with the Corporations Division, a name reservation may be filed.

New York

Application to Register for a Sales Tax Certificate of Authority

An application for a Certificate of Authority, which gives productions the right to issue and accept most New York State sales tax exemption certificates.

Tax Incentive, Tax Form

Application to Withdraw-Foreign Corporation & Limited Liability Company

This form must be completed and filed with the Louisiana Secretary of State in order to obtain a Certificate of Withdrawal. A Certificate of Withdrawal allows a foreign corporation or limited liability company authorized to transact business in Louisiana to withdraw its business from the state.

Application/Permit for Special Effects (FP-027A)

This form shall be used as the application and permit for all special effects in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. A copy of this form and required documentation must be submitted to the head of the local fire department at least 20 days in advance of the proposed date of display.

Articles Of Incorporation for a Louisiana Business

A form used to create a corporation in the state of Louisiana.

Articles of Amendment

A corporation may add or change any of the provisions contained in Articles I through VI of its original articles of organization by filing articles of amendment. Any provisions not required in the articles of organization may also be deleted with an amendment.

Articles of Charter Surrender

A domestic corporation may domesticate in a foreign jurisdiction by filing articles of charter surrender.

Articles of Charter Surrender Upon Conversion to a Foreign Other Entity

A domestic business corporation may convert to a foreign other entity by filing articles of charter surrender upon conversion to a foreign other entity.

Articles of Charter Surrender Upon Foreign Nonprofit Conversion

A domestic business corporation may become a foreign non-profit corporation by filing articles of charter surrender upon foreign non-profit conversion.