All drones need to be registered with GCAA. Individuals and organisations that own a drone can apply online. For registration and requirements, contact the GCAA Aircraft Registry Unit by email at drones@gcaa.gov.ae or by telephone at +9714-2111710 and +9714-2111526

Requirements for an Individual/Private User (Recreational)(Click to Apply)

• The user and UAS/drone shall be registered with the GCAA before flying;
• All UAS/drones weighing 5kgs or less shall only be allowed to fly in the approved flying zone indicated in my drone hub mobile application (i.e the green zone);
• Camera usage is only allowed in the flying zones. Drone users must not violate relevant UAE laws while using the camera;
• No UAS/drones shall be equipped with drop or release devices;
• UAS/drones flying range shall be within line-of-sight and not more than 400 feet above ground level;
• UAS/drones shall fly only during day time and in good weather conditions;
• UAS/drones shall be used for fun and not for commercial purposes;
• The user shall be responsible to ensure the UAS/drones is used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and it is inspected before commencement of flight;
• No user shall fly the UAS/drones near public and/or private property;
• No user shall fly the UAS/drones within 5 km of UAE airports outer fence, Heliports, Helicopter landing Sites, and airfields or in controlled zones;
• Direct radio control link shall be maintained between the user and the UAS/drones;
• Frequency Band Restrictions (29.7-47.0 MHz max power 10 mW, or 2400-2500 MHz max power 100 mW) shall be maintained;
• UAS/drones user shall take into consideration the effects on radio communication, interference of the frequency used;
• UAS/drones user shall avoid collisions with people, objects, other manned and unmanned aircraft;
• UAS/drones user shall not harass or endanger people or threaten to damage property;
• UAS/drones owner shall be responsible to inform the GCAA through the GCAA website when he/she intends to resell the UAS/drones;
• If a UAS/drones accident or UAS/drones loss of control has occurred, the user shall immediately report the incident/accident to the GCAA on hotline: +971506414667 and E-mail: aai@gcaa.gov.ae ;
• All UAS/drones weighing above 5kgs and/or equipped with gas engine shall only operate within the GCAA approved flying clubs;
• The minimum age to fly UAS/drones weighing more than 25Kgs is 21 years;

According to Jordan’s national aviation authority, the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission of Jordan (CARC), flying a drone is legal in Jordan, but it is recommended to being aware of and compliant with the drone regulations listed below before doing so.

Contact information: info@carc.gov.jo / +962 6 489 2282

General Rules for Flying a Drone in Jordan

Based on our research and interpretation of the laws, here are the most important rules to know for flying a drone in Jordan.

• All drones must be registered with the CARC.
• Applications to fly must be submitted to the CARC at least 10 working days before the proposed flight, so that the Ministry of Interior can coordinate with Royal Jordanian Air Force & Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission. The application form can be found here.
• Do not fly more than a 500 meter radius outside of pre-approved locations.
• Do not fly outside of specific pre-approved times.
• Do not fly at a height exceeding 400 feet.
• Drone flight time shall not exceed 3 hours of operation.
• Drones shall not exceed 25 kilograms (55 pounds).
• Drone operators must be at least 21 years of age and properly trained.
• Liability insurance is required for drone operation.

For more information on Jordan’s drone laws, see this document issued by the CARC.

According to Singapore’s national aviation authority, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), flying a drone is legal in Singapore, but it is recommended to being aware of and compliant with the drone regulations listed below before doing so.

Contact information: CAAS Contact Form / +65 6542-1122

General Rules for Flying a Drone in Singapore

Based on our research and interpretation of the laws, here are the most important rules to know for flying a drone in Singapore.

• A permit is not required to fly a drone that weighs 7 kilograms (15 pounds) or less that is being flown 200 feet or below. If flying a drone heavier than 7 kilograms (15 pounds) or above 60 meters (200 feet), a permit is required. See the section below for more information on permit requirements in Singapore.
• Drones cannot be flown over people or crowds.
• Drones may not interfere with emergency service providers, or over vehicles where their presence may distract the driver.
• Drones may not be flown within 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) of an airport.
• Drones may only be flown during daylight hours.
• Drone pilots must maintain a visual line of sight with their drone at all times.

For more information on Singapore’s drone laws, see this page on the CAAS website.

According to India’s national aviation authority, the Ministry of Civil Aviation, flying a drone is legal in India. However, it is recommended to being aware of and compliant with the drone regulations listed before doing so.

India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation announced the country’s first Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) for drones on August 27, 2018 to go into effect December 1, 2018. Read the full ruling here (Section 3–Air Transport, Series X, Part I).

Special Travel Considerations

Foreigners are currently not allowed to fly drones in India. For commercial purpose, they need to lease the drone to an Indian entity who in-turn will obtain Unique Identification Number (UIN) and UAOP from DGCA.

If you’d like to contact the Ministry of Civil Aviation directly before you travel with any questions you might have, here is their contact information: Ajay Yadav, Deputy Secretary, a.yadav@ias.nic.in / +91 011-2463-2950

According to Malaysia’s national aviation authority, the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), flying a drone is legal in Malaysia, but it is recommended to being aware of and compliant with the drone regulations listed below before doing so.

Contact information: webmaster@caam.gov.my / +60 3 8871 4000

General Rules for Flying a Drone in Malaysia

Based on our research and interpretation of the laws, here are the most important rules to know for flying a drone in Malaysia.

• Drones may not be flown in Class A, B, C or G airspace; within an aerodrome traffic zone; or more than 400 feet above the ground.
• Drone pilots must maintain a direct visual line of sight with their drones during operations.
• Permission from the Director General must be obtained for commercial drone operations (find his contact information here).
• Drones weighing more than 20 kilograms (44 pounds) may not be flown without permission from the Director General (find his contact information here).

For more information on Malaysia’s drone laws, see this page on the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia website.