Filming and photography at Heathrow
Heathrow is in great demand as a location for a wide range of productions and provides a wealth of possibilities for your film, TV or photographic shoot.
As the UK's busiest airport we face unique logistical and security challenges. All filming, photography and recording requires a permit and location fees will apply to non-news filming.
If you have any questions prior to submitting an application, please get in touch:
Filming and photography location fees (143KB PDF)
Apply for a filming permit
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About filming, photography and recording permits
- Generally, a request for a permit must be made at least four working days before the required date.
- Security will remove anyone filming, photographing or recording without permission.
- The location fee takes into account the number of people involved in the shoot, the time required and the impact on airport operations.
- Permission can only be granted if the applicant can demonstrate that they have at least £5 million in public liability insurance (£50 million if filming on the airfield).
- All permits issued are location and time specific.
- Applicants wishing to film, photograph or record airline property or staff must first obtain the airline's permission.
- Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate non-professional filming or photography
BAA photo and video libraries
BAA operates photo and video libraries which offer high resolution images and broadcast quality footage available to download.
