Drone Laws and Regulations in Israel
Find out whether you are allowed to fly your drone in Israel and what
rules apply or whether it is prohibited in general. We do not assume any liability.
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Is private drone flying allowed in Israel?
Yes, but you need to apply to the rules listed below.
A special permission is not required.
RECREATIONAL DRONE PILOTS (HOBBYISTS)
COMMERCIAL DRONE PILOTS (PROFESSIONALS)
Is commercial drone flying allowed in Israel?
Yes, but you need to apply to the rules listed below.
A special permission is required.
Maximum Height
50m / 164ft
> 50m / 164ft: special permission required
50m / 164ft
> 50m / 164ft 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
Not required
Not required
Labelling Requirements
Not specified
Maximum Take-Off Weight
Maximum Take-Off Weight
Not specified
Flying a drone in Israel is allowed during daytime only.
Nigh time flights need a special approval.
Day Times
Day Times
Flying a drone in Israel is allowed during daytime only.
Night time flights need a special approval.
Drone Liability Insurance
Not required, but highly recommended
Not required, but highly recommended
Drone Liability Insurance
Competence Statement / License
Not required
Required (link will be posted asap)
Competence Statement / License
Drone Ban Zones
State institutes
Federal authority constructions
Regional authority constructions
Airport control zones (CTR)
City of Jerusalem
Westbank
Gaza
Crowds of people
Hospitals
Operation sites of police, military, search- and rescue forces
You must always yield right of way to manned aircraft!
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
The State of Israel Ministry of Transport and Road Safety Website
The State of Israel Ministry of Transport Contact Email Address
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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