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Incentives

Production Incentives Database

Illinois 30 Minutes or less

30 Minutes or less
Incentive Type Transferable Non-Refundable Tax Credit
Bonus 15% on salaries of individuals (making at least $1,000 in total wages) that live in an economically disadvantaged area (at least 13.8% unemployment).
Project Criteria $100,000 minimum local spend for production 30 minutes or longer. $50,000 minimum local spend for productions of less than 30 minutes
Loanout Registration Required No
Loanout Withholding No
Annual Funding Caps None
Project Caps None
Sunset Date 12/31/2026
Audit Requirements
An audit by a CPA approved by the Illinois Film Office is required.
Getting Started
Submit the application 5 business days prior to the beginning of principal photography in Illinois (24 hours for commercials) including:
- Proof of Copyright or Contract
- Diversity plan outlining specific goals for hiring minorities and females
- Competitive need statement
Screen Credit Required
Yes
Company Registration
No
Sales Use Tax Relief
No
Hotel Occupancy Tax Relief
Yes
Local Vendors Qualify
Yes
Outside Vendors Qualify
No
Claiming Incentive
The tax credit will be issued upon the Illinois Film Office's verification of all costs submitted by the CPA and verification that the applicant has met or made good-faith efforts in achieving the goals of their diversity plan.
Additional Information
Compensation Cap: $100,000 maximum compensation per resident employee.

Expenses that are directly incurred for the production from the final script stage to the end of post-production are eligible for the tax credit.

The tax credit can be claimed upon completion of the production but no later than 2 years following the completion of the production.

Tax Credit has a 5 Year carry forward

Last updated: 08/22/2019

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