Seychelles Civil Aviation Authority
Seychelles
Register or certify firstRegistration and restricted-airspace approval
Seychelles is flyable with preparation, but airport/controlled airspace and resort/island permissions matter quickly.
Bring it
Private islands, resorts, beaches, and nature areas can add launch restrictions.
Register it
Use the SCAA drone registration system before flying.
Fly it
SCAA registration is available, including foreign passport details. Operators must follow SCAA safety guidelines.
Map check
Restricted and controlled airspace around airports requires SCAA approval.
Before you travel
- 01Register through SCAA before travel or before first flight.
- 02Ask resort/island/site managers before launching.
- 03Get SCAA approval for restricted or controlled airspace.
Operating notes
- Max altitude
- Follow SCAA guidelines and any approval conditions; numeric ceiling should be verified before flight.
- Recreational
- SCAA registration is available, including foreign passport details. Operators must follow SCAA safety guidelines.
- Commercial work
- Commercial filming or controlled/restricted airspace operations can require SCAA and site approvals.
- Airspace
- Restricted and controlled airspace around airports requires SCAA approval.