Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana
Botswana
Permit path requiredRegistration plus security vetting
Botswana has huge safari value, but foreign visitors should arrange CAAB paperwork before bringing or flying a drone.
Bring it
Non-citizens and non-residents should apply to CAAB in writing before bringing an RPA into Botswana.
Register it
CAAB RPA certificate/registration process applies; foreign nationals must provide identity and vetting documents.
Fly it
Possible only after CAAB registration/certificate and required vetting or permissions.
Map check
Avoid airports, wildlife areas, private reserves, and protected areas unless CAAB and site approval is clear.
Before you travel
- 01Submit CAAB RPA certificate/registration forms.
- 02Provide passport/ID, vetting documents, RPA manual, and proof of payment as applicable.
- 03Obtain written CAAB approval before import/use, plus reserve or site permissions.
Operating notes
- Max altitude
- Per CAAB authorization; do not assume above 400 ft / 120 m AGL without written approval.
- Recreational
- Possible only after CAAB registration/certificate and required vetting or permissions.
- Commercial work
- Requires appropriate CAAB RPAS authorization or certification and likely project-specific permissions.
- Airspace
- Avoid airports, wildlife areas, private reserves, and protected areas unless CAAB and site approval is clear.