Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority
Greece
Register or certify firstEU rules with sensitive sites and islands
Greece is possible, but archaeology sites, airports, military areas, ports, islands, and crowds make preflight checks non-negotiable.
Bring it
No normal tourist import ban, but many scenic places need separate permission or are not appropriate launch sites.
Register it
Use HCAA and EASA-aligned registration guidance.
Fly it
EU Open Category rules apply with registration/training as required by the operation.
Map check
Check HCAA information and local restrictions near airports, archaeological sites, and protected areas.
Before you travel
- 01Carry operator registration and competency proof.
- 02Check HCAA and local restrictions before launch.
- 03Ask site authorities before filming archaeological or protected locations.
Operating notes
- Max altitude
- 120 m AGL in Open Category unless restricted.
- Recreational
- EU Open Category rules apply with registration/training as required by the operation.
- Commercial work
- Commercial low-risk work can be Open Category; other work needs Specific Category authorization.
- Airspace
- Check HCAA information and local restrictions near airports, archaeological sites, and protected areas.