Location Scouting Services
Find perfect filming locations in Korea for your production needs.
Our Location Scouting Services
Korea's film industry has exploded onto the world stage, and for good reason—this country packs an incredible variety of locations into a relatively compact geography. From the glass towers of Gangnam to centuries-old palaces, from volcanic Jeju Island to gritty Busan port districts, we know where to find what you're looking for.
We've spent years building a location database with over 5,000 sites across the country. But what makes us different is that we don't just compile addresses. Our scouts personally visit each location, photograph it from every relevant angle, and document the practical details that matter for production: power access, parking, noise levels, permit requirements.
Getting access to locations in Korea requires understanding how things work here. Property owners want to know exactly what you're planning, and they want to trust the people asking. Our team has those relationships already established—with building managers, government film offices, palace administrators, and private landowners. When you work with us, you're borrowing years of relationship-building.
Comprehensive Location Scouting Solutions
Expert location scouts with intimate knowledge of Korea's diverse landscapes, urban environments, and cultural sites. Professional location services from initial scouting to production support with permits and logistics coordination.
Urban Locations
- • Modern cityscapes
- • Historic districts
- • Commercial areas
- • Residential neighborhoods
- • Industrial zones
Natural Landscapes
- • Coastal beaches
- • Mountain regions
- • Tea plantation settings
- • Forest locations
- • River systems
Cultural Sites
- • Historic palaces
- • Traditional hanok architecture
- • Traditional villages
- • Museums
- • Heritage locations
Production Facilities
- • Studio spaces
- • Controlled environments
- • Green screen facilities
- • Equipment storage
- • Crew facilities
How We Work With You
We keep things straightforward. Tell us what you're looking for, and we'll find locations that match—then handle all the coordination so you can focus on the creative work instead of logistics.
Requirements Analysis
Before we scout anything, we need to understand what you're really after. We'll dig into your script, review visual references, discuss budget realities, and get specific about your aesthetic goals. The more we understand upfront, the better our recommendations will be.
Research & Reconnaissance
Our team members began their search of the streets after we received all necessary requirements. We conduct site inspections to document all locations before we assess the operational feasibility of each location through which we determine if trucks can access the area. Where's the nearest power? How bad is the traffic noise at midday? These details matter.
Presentation & Selection
We compile our findings into clear, decision-ready packages. For each location need, you'll see 3-5 vetted options with professional photos, technical assessments, cost projections, and permit information. No time wasted on places that won't actually work for you.
Coordination & Securing
Once you've chosen your locations, we handle everything else. Fee negotiations, access scheduling, contract paperwork, permit applications—all of it. Your production team arrives to find locations ready and waiting, not bureaucratic obstacles.
You get one contact person who stays on top of everything. When permit status changes or a location falls through, you hear about it right away—not after it becomes a problem.
Why Productions Work With Us
Korea's film industry is booming, but finding the right locations still takes local knowledge and the right connections. That's what we bring.
Our Toolkit
5,000+ Scouted Locations
From Gangnam high-rises to Jeju's volcanic landscapes, we've catalogued locations across all 17 regions. Photos, coordinates, technical notes, seasonal considerations—it's all documented and searchable.
Real Technical Assessments
Pretty locations that you can't actually shoot at are useless. We check power capacity, vehicle access, parking options, and ambient noise levels before recommending anything.
Korean Permit Navigation
The permit process here has its own rhythm. We handle the applications, the property agreements, and the relationships with district offices that make things move faster.
Scouting Statistics
Why Choose Fixers in Korea for Location Scouting
Local Expertise
Our scouts live and breathe Korean film production. The locals possess knowledge about three main locations which include rooftop bars that exist in secret and abandoned warehouses and traditional villages that have not been discovered.'t been overused. Local knowledge you simply can't get any other way.
Complete Documentation
Our location reports are production-ready documents. Your line producer requires all technical specifications and permit information and access details and facility locations which our team will present in an organized professional format.
Rapid Response
Your situation needs instant solutions because your schedule needs to change and your originally chosen location has become inaccessible. We deliver standard scouting reports in 48 hours, and we've handled plenty of emergency situations where productions needed alternatives within a day.
Cultural Heritage Access
Filming at Gyeongbokgung Palace or Bulguksa Temple isn't just about paperwork—it's about relationships and knowing how to approach these requests respectfully. We've successfully secured access to Korea's most protected cultural sites.
Location Scouting FAQ
Essential information for planning your location scouting project in Korea.
How long does location scouting take in Korea?
The solution depends on which particular requirements you need to fulfill. A commercial with a handful of Seoul locations might take 2-3 days. The process of location scouting for feature films which use multiple locations requires a time period of 1-2 weeks. The process of documentary production needs between three days and seven days to finish its production work. The company offers quick scouting services which produce results between 24 to 48 hours for all urgent situations.
What permits are required for filming at Korean locations?
The required permits for the project depend on which location will host the work activities. The district offices need to issue filming permits for all public areas throughout the district. Private properties need owner agreements. The process for authorizing historical sites and palaces follows established procedures which cultural heritage authorities handle. The company handles all aspects of production management because permit coordination stands as a major reason why productions choose to work with us.
What are typical location scouting costs in Korea?
The cost for basic scouting operations ranges between $300 and $500 for each day of operation. The project specifications show that full-service packages which include multiple locations and complete documentation and permit coordination services will cost between $1,500 and $6,000. The process of scouting in distant locations which extend past Seoul needs funding between $800 and $2,500 for each day of operation. The project needs to pay permit fees which amount to $150 to $1,500 depending on where the site is located.
Can you scout locations in remote areas of Korea?
Absolutely. Korea may be small, but there's incredible diversity outside the major cities. We regularly scout in Gangwon Province's mountains, along the southern coast, on Jeju Island, and in rural villages throughout the country. For remote shoots, we also help arrange equipment transport and crew accommodation.
How many location options will we receive?
For each location you need, we present 3-5 thoroughly vetted options. Our team has visited each location to take photos which prove that these sites are ready for use. We'd rather give you fewer excellent choices than a long list of maybes that waste your time.
What documentation do you provide for each location?
The location packages contain professional photos taken from various perspectives together with technical surveys about power infrastructure and access points and logistics details about parking facilities and nearby service locations and complete permit documentation. The team creates site layouts which include lighting optimization data to help with photography at difficult locations.
Ready to Discover Perfect Locations?
Korea has locations that can transform your production. Reach out and tell us what you're envisioning—we'll make it happen.