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Malawi drone laws for travelers

Malawi has an official RPAS/drones page, but public operating detail is limited. Contact MCAA and get written confirmation before import or flight.

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Malawi Civil Aviation Authority

Malawi

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MCAA RPAS contact path

Malawi has an official RPAS/drones page, but public operating detail is limited. Contact MCAA and get written confirmation before import or flight.

Bring it

Carry written MCAA guidance or authorization if entering with a drone.

Register it

Confirm current RPA registration or licensing requirements with MCAA.

Fly it

Do not assume recreational tourist use is allowed without MCAA confirmation.

Map check

Avoid airports, Lake Malawi busy areas, parks, wildlife areas, towns, and sensitive sites unless approved.

Before you travel

  1. 01Get MCAA written confirmation or approval.
  2. 02Prepare aircraft/pilot details and purpose.
  3. 03Secure site, park, or project permissions where required.

Operating notes

Max altitude
Not clearly published on the official RPAS page; follow MCAA authorization.
Recreational
Do not assume recreational tourist use is allowed without MCAA confirmation.
Commercial work
Commercial, NGO, mapping, or research work should be cleared with MCAA before travel.
Airspace
Avoid airports, Lake Malawi busy areas, parks, wildlife areas, towns, and sensitive sites unless approved.

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