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Production Insurance
Comprehensive insurance solutions for film productions in Mexico.
Production insurance protects against the financial risks inherent in filmmaking. In Mexico, mandatory IMSS (Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social) coverage applies to all workers, and heritage locations managed by INAH (Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia) require specific liability coverage.
We coordinate production insurance through Mexican and international brokers experienced in Latin American film coverage. Our team arranges policies that satisfy IMSS requirements, INAH heritage mandates, and international distribution obligations.
Capabilities
Complete Insurance Solutions
Expert production insurance protecting your cast, crew, equipment, and operations.
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Production Coverage
- Cast insurance
- Negative/media coverage
- Props & sets
- Extra expense
- Errors & omissions
Complete Protection
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Equipment Insurance
- Camera equipment
- Lighting & grip
- Sound equipment
- Specialty gear
- Hired equipment
Gear Protection
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Crew Coverage
- Workers compensation
- Employer liability
- Travel insurance
- Medical coverage
- Accident insurance
Team Safety
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Liability Insurance
- Public liability
- Property damage
- Third party coverage
- Location liability
- Vehicle insurance
Risk Protection
Professional Insurance Services
Comprehensive Coverage
Custom insurance packages covering all production risks from cast and equipment to liability and errors & omissions.
Mexican Compliance
All coverage meets Mexican regulatory requirements including mandatory employer liability and location-specific requirements.
Claims Support
Full claims management from initial reporting through resolution, advocating for your interests with insurers.
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Why Us
Why Choose Fixers in Mexico for Insurance
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Specialized Expertise
Entertainment insurance specialists understanding the unique risks and coverage requirements of film production.
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International Coverage
Access to global insurance markets ensuring coverage recognized by international productions and locations.
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Competitive Rates
Relationships with leading insurers enabling competitive pricing without compromising coverage quality.
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Full Service
Complete insurance management from initial placement through claims support and policy administration.
Our Insurance Process
Risk Assessment
We analyze your production's insurance requirements based on scope, locations, and activities.
Coverage Design
Custom insurance package design providing comprehensive coverage optimized for your budget.
Placement
Insurance placement with specialized entertainment insurers ensuring competitive rates and terms.
Production Support
Ongoing support including certificates, claims assistance, and coverage modifications.
On Location
Comprehensive production insurance through Mexican carriers (GNP, AXA Seguros, MAPFRE, Quálitas) and international brokers — mandatory IMSS workers' comp, INAH heritage-site liability, AFAC drone coverage, errors and omissions for SAG-AFTRA / Netflix LatAm delivery, and earthquake-and-hurricane endorsements
Here is how this works in practice. Production insurance in Mexico stacks federal-mandate coverage with Lloyd's-of-London and global entertainment carriers. Our brokers structure policies that survive both Mexican audit and US distribution due diligence. The federal mandate begins with IMSS (Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social) workers' compensation registration. The list covers every Mexican crew member must be enrolled. EFICINE 189 tax-credit auditors sample IMSS rolls against payroll. STPS (Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social) enforces NOM workplace-safety compliance. Mexican commercial insurance carriers GNP Seguros, AXA Seguros The country, MAPFRE The country, Quálitas, and HDI Seguros write production-specific endorsements. General liability, gear, vehicles, props and sets, cast and crew, third-party property damage, errors and omissions.
On the ground, Global coverage routes through Lloyd's, Allianz Global Specialty, AIG, and Chubb for SAG-AFTRA / IATSE / DGA cross-border productions, with parallel Mexican broker integration. INAH (Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia) needs specific heritage-site liability endorsements for filming at Teotihuacán, Chichén Itzá, Palenque, Monte Albán, Uxmal, Tulum, El Tajín, and Xochicalco.
Here is the short of it. Geographic risk profiles drive Mexico-specific endorsements. Earthquake coverage matters across CDMX (the 1985 and 2017 earthquakes shape today's building-code and insurance practice), Oaxaca, and Chiapas. The list covers and our policies carry specific seismic endorsements with named-peril language. Hurricane coverage is mandatory for Cancún, Riviera Maya, Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta, and Mazatlán shoots during the June-November Caribbean and Pacific storm season. CONAGUA bulletins drive named-storm triggers. Volcanic-eruption endorsements cover Popocatépetl, Iztaccíhuatl, and Pico de Orizaba (5,636m, The country's highest peak) shoots.
On the ground, Water-tank coverage at Fox Baja Studios in Rosarito (the world's largest outdoor deep-ocean tank, built for Titanic 1997 and used on Master and Commander 2003, Pearl Harbor 2001) needs marine endorsement. AFAC (Agencia Federal de Aviación Civil) drone authorizations need third-party aerial-liability coverage; INM (Instituto Nacional de Migración) artist visas demand evacuation and repatriation coverage. Errors and omissions policies clear titles for Netflix LatAm, Disney+ LatAm, Vix, Amazon Prime Video LatAm, Apple TV+, and HBO Max delivery with SACM (music), INDAUTOR (copyright), and IMPI (trademark) clearance records. Cross-border productions get USMCA-compatible coverage harmonized with SAG-AFTRA / DGA / IATSE union needs.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What insurance do I need for filming in Mexico?
Minimum requirements include public liability, equipment coverage, and often cast insurance. We assess your specific production to recommend comprehensive coverage including workers compensation, vehicle insurance, and E&O as needed.
How quickly can you arrange insurance?
Standard production packages can be placed within 24-48 hours. Complex productions or specialized coverage may require additional time. We provide certificates of insurance within 24 hours of binding.
Does Mexican production insurance differ from other countries?
Mexico has specific requirements including mandatory employer liability coverage and may require higher public liability limits for certain locations. We ensure all coverage meets Mexican regulatory requirements.
How do you handle claims?
We provide full claims management support including initial reporting, documentation assistance, and advocacy with insurers. Our goal is rapid resolution with minimal production disruption.
Related Services
Productions in Mexico that need this often pair it with Filming Permits & Licenses, Contract Management Services, and Health & Safety Compliance for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Safety Officers.
On Set
Ready to Protect Your Production?
Comprehensive insurance solutions giving you peace of mind throughout production.