Drone rules in Poland
| Drones allowed? | Yes — under EU rules |
| License needed | EU Drone License (from 250 g) |
| Registo | Required — via drony.gov.pl |
| Insurance | Mandatory from 250 g |
| Night flying | Allowed — green flashing light required |
| Max altitude | 120 m |
| Authority | ULC · PANSA |
What you need to fly in Poland
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 Poland and all 30 European countries for 5 years.
2. Operator registration (drony.gov.pl)
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 Poland too. Local pilots register via drony.gov.pl.
3. Liability insurance
Since 13 November 2025, Poland requires third-party (OC) liability insurance for all drones from 250 g up to 20 kg — heavier drones fall under the EU-wide insurance rule.
The rules while flying
These EU-wide basics apply in Poland — plus the local details on the right.
Specific to Poland
- Every flight must be checked in via PANSA's DroneTower app — even with drones under 250 g
- Liability insurance is mandatory from 250 g since 13 November 2025
- Registration runs via drony.gov.pl, the national drone information system (PANSA)
- PANSA (the air navigation agency) coordinates drone airspace — zone info comes through DroneTower
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 Poland and 29 other countries for 5 years.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a license for a DJI Mini (under 250 g) in Poland?
No license is needed under 250 g, but operator registration is required if the drone has a camera — and in Poland every flight must still be checked in via the DroneTower app.
Is my EU Drone License from another country valid in Poland?
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 Poland?
Yes — since 13 November 2025, third-party liability insurance is mandatory in Poland for all drones from 250 g to 20 kg.
What is the DroneTower app?
DroneTower is the official PANSA app for Polish drone airspace. You check in every flight through it — wherever you fly, inside or outside airport zones.
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:
