Drone Authorization Map: Where Can You Fly in 2025? (Free PDF + Interactive Map)
- Aubin Patrix
- May 20
- 2 min read
Summary
Download the free global checklist of countries where drones are allowed and check out my interactive Google Maps to plan your flights safely.
📥 Instant Download: Global Drone Authorization Checklist (PDF)
Always keep this document handy on your phone when traveling. This guide tells you, country by country:
Whether drones are allowed
Under what conditions (registration, prohibited areas, etc.)
Potential legal risks
Interactive map of drone authorizations around the world
Plan your routes based on authorized zones using this updated and collaborative map:
✈️ Why is a drone authorization card essential in 2025?
In 2025, flying a drone abroad without checking in advance risks:
Immediate confiscation of the device
Police arrest (even without malicious intent)
Heavy fines or legal prosecution in certain countries (India, Egypt, Morocco, etc.)
An interactive map and an up-to-date PDF checklist are the drone pilot's best allies when traveling.
👉 Discover my articles on drone authorizations in various countries such as:
📌 Global Trends in Drone Authorization
Some regions are becoming stricter, while others are becoming more flexible. Here's what you need to know:
✅ Drone-Friendly Countries
Iceland, Norway, Australia, Indonesia: Clear rules, simple registration, and vast natural areas.
⚠️ Highly regulated countries
Japan, France, Italy: Permits are required in many urban areas. Beware of restricted areas near cultural sites.
✈️ Going to Japan? Read:
🚫 Countries where drones are banned
Morocco, Egypt, Iran, and Cuba: Drones are prohibited except under very restrictive permits.
📌 FAQ – Drone authorization card
Which countries allow drones without registration?
Iceland, Australia, and even Canada (under certain conditions) allow light drones to fly without authorization.
Can I fly a drone in the city?
In most countries, no. Urban areas are often off-limits without permission, as in Tokyo, Rome, or Paris.
What is the best map for checking drone flight authorizations?
My interactive Google map above remains one of the most reliable and up-to-date. Combine it with our free downloadable PDF.
In summary
👉 Interactive map + PDF = the drone traveler's survival kit in 2025!
Before every trip, check local conditions and always bring your checklist.
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