Latest Drone rules in Costa Rica
A list of drone regulations and links for drone pilots in Costa Rica
Costa Rica's Regulations Overview:
Is a registration necessary?
You need to have Registration.
Recreational use of drones allowed?
Yes, it is allowed.
Is drone insurance mandatory?
It is recommended.
Commercial use of drones permitted?
Yes, but with conditions.
Does the drone need a badge?
Recommended
Maximum Altitude:
120 metters
Respect the privacy of other people
Don’t forget this rule.
Not allowed drones near airports
Stay away from Airports.
Drone rules in Costa Rica
When you decide travel and fly your drone in Costa Rica you need to be inform about the drone regulations about this. Always read the latest rules and information on the official web pages.
Main responsive authorities
Contacts
ecubillo@dgac.go.cr / +506 2242 8000
Drone rules in Costa Rica
General Drone rules in Costa Rica
Our advise is always to be up to date with the latest news and conditions before you decide and perform a drone flight.
– All drones have to be registered with the DGCA. This registration can be done in the DGAC portal – here.
– Fly your drone only in good weather conditions.
– Never lose your drone from the visual line of sight.
– Distance to any buildings – at least 30 meters.
– Distance to any Airport – at least 8 kilometers.
– Arenal Volcano, La Palma passage, Zurqui Tunnel, el Murcielago Police Training Center, La Reforma Prison, The Presidental House, El Ministerio de Seguridad Publica – are included in No-fly zones and flying drone there is forbidden.
– Flying over people or crowds is forbidden ( only if you have special Permission you can produce drone flights).
You can check this link for more details.
Requirements to get Certification to fly a drone in Costa Rica.
For the commercial flights, the drone pilot must have an Operation Certificate issued by DGAC and a Certificate issued by the Technical Council of Civil Aviation.
Requirements:
The drone pilot must be at least 18 years old.
The drone pilot must have a High school diploma.
More than 10 flight hours.
The drone pilot must pass a Theoretical and Practical Exam.
You can find more info in this document created by the DGAC.
We advise you always read official web pages of the authorities to get fresh and acurate information about drone rules in Costa Rica.