The Texas Film Credit (TMIIIP) offers a base rebate of 5% to 25% on qualified in-state spending. But TMIIIP bonus uplifts are what get you to 31%. Here’s how to stack them.
Bonus 1: Texas Post-Production
Requirement: At least 25% of your post-production spend happens in Texas.
What counts: Editing, sound design, VFX, color grading, ADR, and final mixing.
Strategy: If you’re already doing post in Texas, track every dollar.
Bonus 2: Rural or Underutilized Counties
Requirement: Film in a county designated as rural or underutilized by the state.
Why it exists: Texas wants to spread production dollars beyond Austin, Dallas, and Houston.
Strategy: Check the state’s current list before location scouting.
Bonus 3: Hiring Texas Veterans
Requirement: At least 5% of your cast or crew are Texas veterans.
Documentation needed: DD-214 or other proof of service.
Bonus 4: Using Texas Historic Sites
Requirement: Film at a state-designated historic site.
Catch: You must coordinate with site management before filming. Permits and scheduling take time.
Strategy: Identify historic sites near your primary locations.
Bonus 5: Workforce Development Partnerships
Requirement: Partner with a Texas educational institution for training or internships.
Examples: Film schools, university media departments, trade programs, community college production courses.
Strategy: Reach out to Texas schools before production begins.
Bottom Line
These TMIIIP bonus uplifts are stackable, but you have to plan for them before filming begins.
And you don’t need all bonuses to win. Even 1 or 2 adds real money.
But if you plan ahead — locations, hires, post vendors, school partnerships — you can stack your way to 31%.
The state wants to award these bonuses. You just have to ask for them the right way.
Call (844) 463-2400 or email hello@indagotax.com.