Drone rules in Greece
| Drones allowed? | Yes — under EU rules |
| License needed | EU Drone License (from 250 g) |
| Registration | Required — via the HCAA UAS portal |
| Insurance | Advised (mandatory above 20 kg) |
| Night flying | Allowed — green flashing light required |
| Max altitude | 120 m |
| Authority | HCAA · DAGR |
What you need to fly in Greece
Three things make your flight legal. Two are formalities — the license is the one that takes a few hours, and you can get it entirely online.
1. EU Drone License (A1-A3)
Required for every drone from 250 g. Online course + official exam, average ~4 hours. Valid in Greece and all 30 European countries for 5 years.
2. Operator registration (the HCAA UAS portal)
Usually the trickiest step for travelling pilots. Register once as an operator in your EASA country of residence and put the number on your drone — that registration is valid in Greece too. Local pilots register via the HCAA UAS portal.
3. Liability insurance
EU rules make liability insurance mandatory above 20 kg. Below that, liability cover is strongly advised in Greece — check whether your travel insurance covers drone liability.
The rules while flying
These EU-wide basics apply in Greece — plus the local details on the right.
Specific to Greece
- Checking DAGR (Drone Aware GR) before any drone flight is mandatory — it is the official geo-zone and awareness system
- Flights in yellow/magenta zones (airports, archaeological sites, etc.) need an HCAA authorisation request at least 5 working days in advance
- No overflight of ports, hospitals, archaeological sites or military installations without prior authorisation
- Operators already registered in another EASA state do not re-register in Greece
You can still get licensed before your trip.
The average pilot finishes the course and exam in ~4 hours, fully online. Pass today and your official EU certificate lands in your inbox — valid in Greece and 29 other countries for 5 years.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a license for a DJI Mini (under 250 g) in Greece?
No license is needed under 250 g, but operator registration is required if the drone has a camera — and checking DAGR before any flight is mandatory in Greece.
Is my EU Drone License from another country valid in Greece?
Yes. The EU Drone License is valid in all EU countries plus Norway, Iceland and Switzerland — one license covers all 30 countries.
Can I fly my drone at Greek beaches and islands?
Often yes, but many coastal areas sit near airports or archaeological sites with restrictions. Flights in yellow/magenta DAGR zones need an HCAA authorisation requested at least 5 working days in advance — plan ahead.
What is DAGR?
Drone Aware GR is Greece's official drone awareness system (dagr.hasp.gov.gr). Checking it before any flight is mandatory — it shows where you can fly and handles flight announcements.
How fast can I get the EU Drone License?
The course and exam are fully online and take about 4 hours on average. Pass today and your certificate arrives in your inbox the same day.
One license. 30 countries.
Your EU Drone License is valid in every country below — check the local rules before you pack:
