Drone Laws and Regulations in Switzerland
Find out whether you are allowed to fly your drone in Switzerland 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If you find outdated or wrong information or if you want to submit the drone regulations for countries that are currently not listed, feel free to contact us here.
RECREATIONAL DRONE PILOTS (HOBBYISTS)
Is private drone flying allowed in Switzerland?
Yes, but you need to apply to the rules listed below.
A special permission is not necessary.
Maximum Height
150m / 492ft
> 150m / 492ft: special permission required
Maximum Distance
The drone needs to remain in sight always (line-of-sight)
Maximum Take-Off Weight
< 30kg / 66lbs without special permission
> 30kg / 66lbs special permission required
Competence Statement / License
Not required
Day Times
Flying a drone in Switzerland is allowed during daytime only.
Night time flights need a special approval.
Labelling Requirements
Not required
Drone Liability Insurance
Always required;
min. coverage 1,000,000 CHF / approx. 1,005,210 USD
COMMERCIAL DRONE PILOTS (PROFESSIONALS)
Is commercial drone flying allowed in Switzerland?
Yes, but you need to apply to the rules listed below.
A special permission is not necessary.
150m / 492ft
> 150m / 492ft special permission required
Maximum Height
Maximum Distance
The drone needs to remain in sight always (line-of-sight)
Not required
Labelling Requirements
Maximum Take-Off Weight
< 30kg / 66lbs without special permission
> 30kg / 66lbs special permission required
Flying a drone in Switzerland is allowed during daytime only.
Nigh time flights need a special approval.
Day Times
Drone Liability Insurance
Always required;
min. coverage 1,000,000 CHF / approx. 1,005,210 USD
Not required
Competence Statement / License
Drone Ban Zones
State institutes
Federal authority constructions
Regional authority constructions
Airport control zones (CTR)
Crowds of people (stay away at least 100m / 328ft)
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
Guides to Drone laws and regulations in Switzerland (German)
Contact Federal Bureau of Civil Aviation: rpas@bazl.admin.ch
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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