150m max height

100m from populated areas

5km from airport

Only line of sight

All Drone Laws in Poland for 2020 (Complete Guide)

Just as in most EU countries, the adoption of drones and their use has become a big industry in Poland. Just before the New Year of 2020, new amendments to the current laws were even introduced to open up new uses for the industry. Drones are classified into recreational and commercial categories.

Can I fly a drone in Poland?

Yes, you can fly a drone in Poland and the polish have really straight to the point rules.

Here's how you can contact the officials for more information.

The body tasked with overseeing drone rules and regulations in Poland is the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

Email: kancelaria@ulc.gov.pl

Phone:+48 22 520 7200

What are the Drone Laws in Poland?

The drone laws in poland are a bit strict, but they offer a great deal of freedom in the country-side.

Height limit of 150m
Line of sight
Keep your done within the visual line-of-sight of an observer who is next to you or in direct communication with you
Drones should weight 25 Kg or less (55 pounds)
Insurance is mandatory for commercial drone use
No flying near airports
5km range
Don't fly in populated areas
Keep 100 m from populated areas and 30meters from animals, vehicles, and people
Do not operate over cities, people, traffic, etc
Commercial medical certificate
Commercial drone pilots must have a medical certificate and pass both the theoretical and practical tests.

How to register a drone in Poland (Commercial use)

Apply for a PH (registration mark) online, the process will require specifics on the drone ownership. After making a detailed submission of the invoice, serial number and photos, it should take 2 weeks to process your submissions.

What are my top drones to fly safely in Poland?

My following two recommendations are 2 great compact drones that are quite silent and also small enough to travel with and not stand out as annoying.

1.Dji Mavic Mini - The best international travel drone (under 250g)

2.7k

30min

4km

No follow me

DJI has surprised us with this incredible camera drone under 250g, which is half of the weight required for registering in Austria in the first place.

I have covered it much more in depth in my article review and even compared it with the DJI Spark and Mavic Air.

2.Dji Mavic Air 2 - My favorite drone overall

4k 60fps

34min battery

9km

Follow + obstacle avoidance

If you want more control over things like shutter speed, iso and such, the best professional drone that still falls under the 500g category is the DJI Mavic Air.

It's made mostly for people who want to play around with settings and enter into the pro category.

DJI lowered it's price since it was first released.

Frequently asked questions

Here are some of the frequently asked questions about flying a drone in Poland

Can I fly my drone using FPV

Yes, the new amendments to drone laws authorize FPV flying without having to register.

As a foreigner can I bring a drone to Poland?

Yes, provided you adhere to all rules and regulations outlined with the Polish civil aviation authority, all is good.

Can I fly a drone as a minor?

Yes, provided there is supervision from an adult.

Can I be penalized for flying a drone in Poland?

The penalties range from hefty fines to possible imprisonment - depending on the offense

Drone laws in Poland (updated for 2020)