Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority
Rwanda
Permit path requiredRegistration, activity permit, and pilot certificate path
Rwanda has a mature drone ecosystem, but visitors should treat it as a documented permit process, not a spontaneous launch.
Bring it
Declare the drone on entry when required and carry permit paperwork to show local authorities.
Register it
Use RCAA e-services for UAS registration and activity permits. Foreigners may need a local representative.
Fly it
Visitors can be required to declare the drone on entry and hold registration, remote pilot certification, and activity authorization before flight.
Map check
Check RCAA authorization, local police/authorities, airports, parks, and security-sensitive areas.
Before you travel
- 01Register the UAS through RCAA where required.
- 02Obtain UAS Activity Permit and pilot certificate/competency as applicable.
- 03Present permits to local police or authorities when required.
Operating notes
- Max altitude
- Verify RCAA permit conditions and current Part 27 limits.
- Recreational
- Visitors can be required to declare the drone on entry and hold registration, remote pilot certification, and activity authorization before flight.
- Commercial work
- Commercial work can require a UAS Activity Permit, pilot certificate, and broader UAS operator approvals.
- Airspace
- Check RCAA authorization, local police/authorities, airports, parks, and security-sensitive areas.