Drone laws Greece

Are drones allowed in Greece?

Drones are allowed in Greece, under the condition that the drone flight is conducted according to the laws and regulations of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945 and Commission and Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947. You must adhere to the drone rules in Greece when drone flying.

What drone laws apply to drones in Greece?

Listed below are the main general drone laws and regulations in Greece.
Required documents for flying a drone in Greece:

The drone pilot is in possession of a registration number
The drone pilot holds a certificate of completion of the theoretical exam (EU Drone Licence)

Maximum distance and height for flying a drone in Greece:

In the open category, drones may be flown up to a maximum height of 120 metres
The drone must be flown in direct sight of the pilot, the distance between the pilot and the drone must not exceed 500 metres
Avoid flying near airports
It is not allowed to fly a drone at night
A drone should not be flown over military areas

Which certificate (A1-A3, A2) do I need according to the drone laws in Greece?

According to drone laws in Greece, you need an EU Drone Certificate before flying a drone. The EU Drone Licence has two certificates: the basic certificate and the supplementary certificate. A1-A3 is the basic certificate. If you want to fly a drone in Greece, you need to obtain this certificate from 250 grams. A2 is the supplementary certificate. This certificate allows you to fly slightly heavier aircraft in residential areas, for example.

The main differences between the two certificates are explained below.

Certificate A1-A3

This is the basic certificate
Mandatory for drones from 250 grams to 25 kilos
Up to 500 grams, you can fly freely where permitted
From 2 kilos, keep a minimum distance of 150 metres from buildings

Certificate A2

This is the supplementary certificate
Optional for drones from 500 grams to 2 kilos
Keep 50 metres distance from uninvolved persons
It is allowed to fly above buildings
If you want to progress to the specific category, you need both certificates. So you always start learning in the open category!