Drone rules in Austria
| Drones allowed? | Yes — under EU rules |
| License needed | EU Drone License (from 250 g) |
| Registration | Required — via Dronespace |
| Insurance | Mandatory (liability) |
| Night flying | Allowed — green flashing light required |
| Max altitude | 120 m |
| Authority | Austro Control · Dronespace |
What you need to fly in Austria
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 Austria and all 30 European countries for 5 years.
2. Operator registration (Dronespace)
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 Austria too. Local pilots register via Dronespace.
3. Liability insurance
Austria requires liability insurance under the Aviation Act — also for small camera drones like the DJI Mini class. Your policy number must be entered when you register.
The rules while flying
These EU-wide basics apply in Austria — plus the local details on the right.
Specific to Austria
- Registration via Austro Control Dronespace costs €32.40 and is valid for 3 years
- Your registration number must be affixed to every drone you fly
- The Dronespace app is the official no-fly-zone map, with a Quick-Check function before each flight
- Liability insurance is mandatory, also for light camera drones — the policy number is required at registration
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 Austria and 29 other countries for 5 years.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a license for a DJI Mini (under 250 g) in Austria?
No license is needed under 250 g, but operator registration is required if the drone has a camera — and Austria requires liability insurance for camera drones. Geo-zone rules apply to all drones.
Is my EU Drone License from another country valid in Austria?
Yes. The EU Drone License is valid in all EU countries plus Norway, Iceland and Switzerland — one license covers all 30 countries.
Where do I check no-fly zones in Austria?
Use the official Dronespace app or web map from Austro Control. The Quick-Check function tells you within seconds whether you can fly at your location.
Do I need insurance to fly a drone in Austria?
Yes — liability insurance is mandatory in Austria, also for light camera drones. You enter the policy number when registering with Austro Control.
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:
