Drone rules in Finland
| Drones allowed? | Yes — under EU rules |
| License needed | EU Drone License (from 250 g) |
| Registration | Required — via Droneinfo (Traficom) |
| Insurance | Not required under 20 kg |
| Night flying | Allowed — green flashing light required |
| Max altitude | 120 m |
| Authority | Traficom · Droneinfo |
What you need to fly in Finland
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 Finland and all 30 European countries for 5 years.
2. Operator registration (Droneinfo (Traficom))
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 Finland too. Local pilots register via Droneinfo (Traficom).
3. Liability insurance
Finland follows the EU rule: insurance is mandatory only for drones over 20 kg. For most open-category drones it is not obligatory — but Traficom recommends being insured.
The rules while flying
These EU-wide basics apply in Finland — plus the local details on the right.
Specific to Finland
- Check the official Droneinfo map before every flight — Finland publishes prohibitive, restrictive and even permissive UAS zones (regulation OPS M1-29)
- Registration is required for drones from 250 g or any camera drone — done once in your EASA home state
- Since 2024, new drones need a C-class marking to be used in the open category
- Event organisers can request temporary flight restrictions — check the map for temporary zones each time
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 Finland and 29 other countries for 5 years.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a license for a DJI Mini (under 250 g) in Finland?
No license is needed under 250 g, but operator registration is required if the drone has a camera. Zone rules apply to all drones — check the Droneinfo map.
Is my EU Drone License from another country valid in Finland?
Yes. The EU Drone License is valid in all EU countries plus Norway, Iceland and Switzerland — one license covers all 30 countries.
Do I need insurance to fly a drone in Finland?
Only above 20 kg. For most open-category drones insurance is not obligatory in Finland, though Traficom recommends it.
Where do I check no-fly zones in Finland?
Use the official Droneinfo map from Traficom — it shows all UAS geographical zones, including temporary restrictions.
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:
