Federal Office of Civil Aviation
Switzerland
Register or certify firstEASA-aligned rules with Swiss geo-zones
Switzerland is excellent for prepared pilots, but many dramatic locations sit near heliports, airports, protected areas, or local restrictions.
Bring it
No blanket tourist import ban, but local launch restrictions and privacy rules matter.
Register it
Use FOCA guidance for registration and accepted competency.
Fly it
Switzerland follows EASA-style categories. Registration/training depends on drone and operation.
Map check
Use official Swiss drone maps before flying.
Before you travel
- 01Confirm EASA/Swiss registration and competency.
- 02Check the FOCA drone map for each location.
- 03Watch for heliports and protected landscapes in mountain areas.
Operating notes
- Max altitude
- 120 m AGL in Open Category unless restricted.
- Recreational
- Switzerland follows EASA-style categories. Registration/training depends on drone and operation.
- Commercial work
- Commercial low-risk flights may fit Open Category; Specific Category requires authorization.
- Airspace
- Use official Swiss drone maps before flying.