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Asia-Pacific drone rules

Sri Lanka drone laws for travelers

Sri Lanka is possible, but expect registration, security clearance, and per-flight approval.

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Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Permit path required

Registration and flight approval

Sri Lanka is possible, but expect registration, security clearance, and per-flight approval.

Bring it

Business importation needs CAASL permit; travelers should carry CAASL approval before arrival.

Register it

Drone registration is a prerequisite for flight approval.

Fly it

Requires CAASL approval; non-citizens use temporary registration and approval routes.

Map check

Check the CAASL drone zone map and avoid restricted, authorization, airport, and security zones.

Before you travel

  1. 01Complete CAASL drone registration or temporary registration.
  2. 02Get Ministry of Defence or OCDS security clearance.
  3. 03Request flight approval with dates, locations, and pilot/drone details.

Operating notes

Max altitude
As approved by CAASL zone or permit; commonly keep below 400 ft.
Recreational
Requires CAASL approval; non-citizens use temporary registration and approval routes.
Commercial work
Requires CAASL registration/authorization and any business or import approvals.
Airspace
Check the CAASL drone zone map and avoid restricted, authorization, airport, and security zones.