Drone rules in Luxembourg
| Drones allowed? | Yes — under EU rules |
| License needed | EU Drone License (from 250 g) |
| Registration | Required — via the DAC (via MyGuichet.lu) |
| Insurance | Mandatory (liability) |
| Night flying | Allowed — green flashing light required |
| Max altitude | 120 m |
| Authority | DAC Luxembourg |
What you need to fly in Luxembourg
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 Luxembourg and all 30 European countries for 5 years.
2. Operator registration (the DAC (via MyGuichet.lu))
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 Luxembourg too. Local pilots register via the DAC (via MyGuichet.lu).
3. Liability insurance
Luxembourg's DAC lists a valid insurance policy covering drone operations as a required step for drone operators — arrange liability cover before you fly.
The rules while flying
These EU-wide basics apply in Luxembourg — plus the local details on the right.
Specific to Luxembourg
- The DAC is the national drone authority — residents register via MyGuichet.lu (€10 since 14 January 2026, under the new national drone law)
- Liability insurance is required for drone operations
- The official geo-zones are on Geoportail Luxembourg — these are the only legally applicable zones and may differ from your drone manufacturer's map
- Luxembourg is small: the airport control zone covers a large share of the country — always check the zone map first
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 Luxembourg and 29 other countries for 5 years.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a license for a DJI Mini (under 250 g) in Luxembourg?
No license is needed under 250 g, but operator registration is required if the drone has a camera — and the DAC requires a valid insurance policy for drone operations. Zone rules apply to all drones.
Is my EU Drone License from another country valid in Luxembourg?
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 Luxembourg?
Yes — the DAC lists a valid insurance policy covering drone operations as a requirement for operators.
Where do I check no-fly zones in Luxembourg?
Use the drone-zone layers on Geoportail Luxembourg — the official, legally applicable zones. Note that the airport control zone covers a large share of the country.
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:
