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Illinois Film Production Tax Credit

Illinois Film Office / DCEO (IFO)IL-FILM-TC
Max per Applicant

Varies

Maximum a single org can receive

Deadline

Rolling / No deadline

Jurisdiction

Illinois

About This Program

30% transferable tax credit for productions spending $100,000+ in Illinois on film, TV, and commercials, with an additional 15% credit for wages paid to residents of economically disadvantaged areas.

Key Requirements & Eligibility

  • 1Minimum Illinois spend: $100,000 for productions; $50,000 for commercials
  • 2Credit: 30% of Illinois production spending
  • 3Additional 15% on salaries of Illinois residents from economically disadvantaged areas
  • 4Transferable: sold to Illinois taxpayers via brokers
  • 5Must register with Illinois Film Office before production begins

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Applicable Industries

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