DGCA India
India
Strict or complexDigitalSky registration and strong airspace controls
India is not a casual bring-and-fly destination. Use DigitalSky and verify tourist/import practicality before packing.
Bring it
Importing or bringing drones can involve customs and DGFT restrictions. Confirm before travel.
Register it
Use DigitalSky for UIN, permissions, and zone workflows where applicable.
Fly it
Register on DigitalSky and obtain a UIN unless an exemption applies. Nano drones and micro non-commercial flights have lighter pilot-certificate treatment.
Map check
DigitalSky maps green, yellow, and red zone constraints.
Before you travel
- 01Check DigitalSky and DGCA rules before booking drone work.
- 02Confirm UIN/type certification/pilot certificate requirements.
- 03Confirm whether your drone can legally be brought into India.
- 04Avoid all red/yellow zones without required authorization.
Operating notes
- Max altitude
- Green zones allow eligible flights up to 400 ft AGL; 200 ft applies between 8-12 km from airports. Yellow/red zones need approval.
- Recreational
- Register on DigitalSky and obtain a UIN unless an exemption applies. Nano drones and micro non-commercial flights have lighter pilot-certificate treatment.
- Commercial work
- Commercial operation requires compliance with Indian drone rules and applicable pilot/operator requirements.
- Airspace
- DigitalSky maps green, yellow, and red zone constraints.