Drone Laws and Regulations in Sweden
Find out whether you are allowed to fly your drone in Sweden and what
rules apply or whether it is prohibited in general. We do not assume any liability.
If you find outdated or wrong information or if you want to submit the drone regulations for countries that are currently not listed, feel free to contact us here.
Is private drone flying allowed in Sweden?
Yes, but you need to apply to the rules listed below.
A special permission is not necessary.
RECREATIONAL DRONE PILOTS (HOBBYISTS)
COMMERCIAL DRONE PILOTS (PROFESSIONALS)
Is commercial drone flying allowed in Sweden?
Yes, but you need to apply to the rules listed below.
A special permission is not necessary.
Maximum Height
100m / 328ft
> 100m / 328ft: special permission required
100m / 328ft
> 100m / 328ft special permission required
Maximum Height
Maximum Distance
The drone needs to remain in sight always (line-of-sight)
The drone needs to remain in sight always (line-of-sight)
Maximum Distance
Labelling Requirements
Fireproof with full name and address
Fireproof with full name and address
Labelling Requirements
< 5kg / 11lbs without special permission
> 5kg / 11lbs special permission required
Maximum Take-Off Weight
Maximum Take-Off Weight
< 5kg / 11lbs without special permission
> 5kg / 11lbs special permission required
Flying a drone in Germany is allowed during daytime only.
Nigh time flights need a special approval.
Day Times
Day Times
Flying a drone in Germany is allowed during daytime only.
Night time flights need a special approval.
Drone Liability Insurance
Always required
Always required
Drone Liability Insurance
Drone Ban Zones
State institutes
Federal authority constructions
Regional authority constructions
Airport control zones (CTR)
Industrial plants
Private property including buildings, lands, sports facilities, etc.
Crowds of people (not specified)
Hospitals
Operation sites of police, military, search- and rescue forces
You must always yield right of way to manned aircraft!
Competence Statement / License
Required (starting October 2017)
Required (starting October 2017)
Competence Statement / License
FOR DJI DRONES ONLY!
Please note that there are several constant and temporary drone ban zones (known as no-fly-zones) that either won't let your drone take-off at all or that will ask for a permission of yours.
Please click at both graphics to spot all blocked / restricted areas near your desired flying location.
Additional links and important email addresses
Guide to laws and regulations "Klare Regeln für Betrieb von Drohnen" (German)
Federal minstry of transport and digital infrstructure contact: buergerinfo@bmvi.bund.de
Submit your countries rules and laws for flying drones in the categories mentioned above
Facebook group for pilots from all around the globe (English)
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