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Serbia drone laws for travelers

Foreign drone operators need CAD flight authorization regardless of drone weight. Aerial filming additionally requires Ministry of Defence approval through a Serbian legal entity.

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Civil Aviation Directorate of the Republic of Serbia

Serbia

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CAD authorization required for foreign drones

Foreign drone operators need CAD flight authorization regardless of drone weight. Aerial filming additionally requires Ministry of Defence approval through a Serbian legal entity.

Bring it

CAD points travelers to Serbian customs guidance for carrying drones in passenger luggage.

Register it

CAD says foreign UAS registration is not required, but flight authorization is required.

Fly it

Foreign recreational flights still require CAD authorization before operating.

Map check

Operate only within the approved area, time, and conditions stated by CAD.

Before you travel

  1. 01CAD flight authorization.
  2. 02Insurance valid in Serbia.
  3. 03Flight plan and location details.
  4. 04Ministry of Defence aerial filming permit if filming.

Operating notes

Max altitude
As authorized by CAD; include proposed altitude in the flight authorization request.
Recreational
Foreign recreational flights still require CAD authorization before operating.
Commercial work
Commercial work requires CAD authorization, insurance, and any separate aerial filming approval where applicable.
Airspace
Operate only within the approved area, time, and conditions stated by CAD.

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