Africa drone rules

Eswatini drone laws for travelers

Eswatini has an official RPAS/UAV/drone approval path. Apply before flight and expect sectoral approvals for sensitive operations.

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Eswatini Civil Aviation Authority

Eswatini

Permit path required

Eswatini has an official RPAS/UAV/drone approval path. Apply before flight and expect sectoral approvals for sensitive operations.

Bring it: Carry ESWACAA approval documents when traveling with the drone.
Register it: Use ESWACAA RPAS/UAV/drone requirements and online application route.
Fly it: Register or apply as required before flying; do not assume casual use is exempt.
Map check: Avoid airports, controlled airspace, night operations, public events, and sensitive sites unless authorized.

Max altitude: Approval-specific; follow ESWACAA operating specifications.
Commercial work: Commercial operations require ESWACAA approval and operating specifications.

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Registration, import, and commercial-work rules can change at the border even when the flight looks identical.