Zambia Civil Aviation Authority
Zambia
Strict or complexRegistration plus operator approval
Victoria Falls and safari value are high, but tourists should treat Zambia as approval-first and consider a licensed local operator.
Bring it
Coordinate with ZCAA before bringing a drone; temporary visitor process should be confirmed in writing.
Register it
ZCAA RPAS guidance indicates approval, registration, operator certification, and operational authorization requirements.
Fly it
Not a casual turn-up-and-fly destination; obtain ZCAA approval or registration as applicable before flying.
Map check
Airport, park, military/security, and controlled areas require strong caution and likely additional permissions.
Before you travel
- 01Contact ZCAA before travel for current RPAS requirements.
- 02Secure drone registration/operator authorization where applicable.
- 03Carry written operational authorization and site or park permissions.
Operating notes
- Max altitude
- Verify with ZCAA authorization; commonly treated as 120 m / 400 ft AGL unless specifically approved.
- Recreational
- Not a casual turn-up-and-fly destination; obtain ZCAA approval or registration as applicable before flying.
- Commercial work
- RPAS operator certification or authorization is required for professional operations.
- Airspace
- Airport, park, military/security, and controlled areas require strong caution and likely additional permissions.