PLEASE HELP US BY SIGINNG THE PETITON！
Entry program for International film crews, including Japan, that's been utilized to enter Hawaii for filming has been suddenly suspended and Japanese crews were denied entry and deported. Film crews who have used this program to enter Hawaii did not displace work from local people but has contributed to Hawaii's economy including hiring of local crew.
If we can’t reinstate this program, we can’t present you, the viewers, images and informations about Hawaii through the eyes of TV commercials, dramas and shows etc. It will affect Hawaii's economy which includes our local film crew and all vendors.
Please sign our petition to help restart HIFA Visa Waiver Program
★Please click Support the Hawaii Film Industry to sign up for Petition
★Please click List of CF/Program Shot with HIFA Program to see List of Commercial/TV Program
★Please click Official HIFA Letter for more details.
*This petition drive has no relation to COVID-19
About us
The Hawaii International Film Association (HIFA) is a non-profit organization that was established in 1986 by companies and individuals specializing in the overseas production business. HIFA provides assistance by negotiating with the government, labor unions, private businesses and assists with the U.S. Customs and Border Protections prior to any filming in Hawaii.
HIFA serves as a point of contact between local labor unions and government regarding the international filming industry in Hawaii. We are dedicated to provide our foreign clients accurate information.
The type of filming services provided by HIFA member companies and individuals can range from anywhere from filming TV Commercials, TV shows, Music Videos, Corporate videos, government PR videos, news, magazines, marketing materials, etc. Other services offered includes anywhere from negotiations with companies and/or individuals, equipment arrangement, automotive arrangement, lodging arrangement, travel arrangement, and much more.
HIFA is dedicated to further improve Hawaii as one of the best filming locations in the world.