If you are looking for complete information regarding drone laws in Iraq then you have come to the right place. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide on the subject.
If you are a travel blogger or someone who loves flying their drone around then you must read this article. It will help you learn all the rules and regulations that you need to know when traveling to Iraq.
The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority has banned the flight of drones in the country which means you can't fly a drone here whether it is for commercial purposes or recreational purposes.
That said, if you try to enter Iraq with your drone, there is a high chance that the drone will be confiscated at the airport. So, if you are planning to travel to Iraq, it is best to leave your drone at home.
Contact information:
If you feel you need to make a personal clarification. Reach out via:
Email: dg@icaa.gov.iq
Phone: +964 1 813 3370
As mentioned above, the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority has banned the flight of drones in the country. So, you can't take your drone with you on a plane to Iraq.
As soon as you reach the airport, the airport authorities will search your luggage and confiscate your drone if they find one. So, it is best to leave your drone at home when traveling to Iraq.
You can get it back when you depart from the country.
Since Iraq has not released any specific regulations for drones, the standard rules and regulations imposed by the ICAO (international civil aviation organization) are applicable in the country.
You can also check the rules and regulations here.
You might be wondering why we need to follow the ICAO rules when it comes to drones when Iraq doesn't have any specific laws for flying drones.
The simple answer to this question is – that the ICAO rules are followed by almost every country in the world and they are designed to keep everyone safe.
So, even if a particular country doesn't have any laws specifically for drones, it is still best to follow the ICAO rules while flying your drone in that country. Do note that the ICAO rules are not law and you can be arrested or fined if you break them.
However, if you follow the ICAO rules, you will not only be keeping yourself safe but also others around you. Furthermore, ICAO is not a regulatory body; nevertheless, it provides standards to all of its member states (those that have joined the Chicago agreement).
This implies that most countries throughout the world are collaborating with ICAO in order to establish drone rules.
ICAO provides ICAO Model UAS regulations and circulars that are adopted by member states.
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These would be the current updated drone laws for Iraq. I suggest checking my full map with all the countries' drone laws to see where it's best to travel.
If you are going to visit Iraq, make sure you’ve learned all the dos and don’ts of flying drones in this region. This will help you have a safe journey and enjoy flying your drone without getting yourself into trouble.
Also, keep in mind that, commercial and recreational drones are treated differently in most countries therefore you will need to prepare yourself accordingly. Last but not least, always follow rules and regulations and make sure to respect the laws of every country.
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