
What are the General Drone Laws in Montenegro?
In this section, we'll cover some well-defined general drone laws.
500m max range
30m from people
Don't interfere with aircraft
Only during day
Montenegro, a small country on the Balkan Peninsula, is now rapidly becoming a popular travel destination. Picture-perfect beaches, lush mountains, a mild Mediterranean climate, and historic towns attract more and more visitors each year.
Now if you are one tech-savvy tourist, and fly a drone to capture your memories in a bird’s eyes view you definitely would want to take one along to Montenegro. Before you do take your drone, make sure that you are well aware of all the rules and restrictions Montenegro has regarding flying drones.
We have answered for you all the questions you might have regarding operating drones in Montenegro. This is a guide for the drone laws in Montenegro for 2023 (updated every year) where you'll get a clue about what you can or shouldn't do while flying a quadcopter anywhere in this country.
As per Montenegro’s national aviation authority, you are legally allowed to fly drones in Montenegro as far as you are well aware and compliant with all the rules and regulations before flying a drone.
As per the updated information till March 2023, there are two bodies governing the regulation of drones in Montenegro:
In case of any questions or queries which you would like to directly be addressed, here is their contact information:
Email: acv@caa.me
Phone: +38220625507
Yes, you do. If you are planning to bring the drone with you to Montenegro, you must apply for a permit form from the respective ministry. If you don't have your permit with you at the time of traveling there is a chance that your drone gets confiscated at the airport.
Hence, it is advisable to get your permit before traveling to avoid any kind of inconvenience.
The process to apply for the permit usually takes a month, so it is better to plan your visit accordingly
As mentioned above, the Ministry of Economy approves the permits. You can find the application to seek permission on the Ministry's official website.
In addition to the form, the country charges an import fee from you and you have to submit several documents to provide information which include:
The process is not too easy as it seems, since it's recommended to submit the form for permit application in person through an authorized person rather than online to avoid delays and easy follow-ups.
For more information on the drone laws in Montenegro, check the civil aviation website:
If you have a drone heavier than 500g and you are planning to fly it further than 15 meters and higher than 10 meters then you have to get your drone registered.
The registration application form can be found and filled here Declaration under Ordinance for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and has to be submitted through email or by post to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
In this section, we'll cover some well-defined general drone laws.
Yes. Although both recreational and commercial drones are allowed to be flown in Montenegro there are a few rules that the commercial drones must follow before operating.
Both kinds of drones will need permits to be flown in the country. The commercial drones have to note the regulations below before their operation.
In Montenegro, drones are classified by their areas of operation and weights. For each class, requirements differ.
Class A: An area not built up
Class B: Developed but uninhabited areas
Class C: Inhabited areas
Class D: Urban areas
If your drone falls in Category A, you will be required to complete a statement needing an Operations Manual for your operations. If your drone falls in Category D, you may only be needing the approval of the CAA.
As the weight classes are concerned, the drones are classified into three classes based on their maximum take-off weight:
Breach of laws on unmanned aerial vehicles can subject you to fines, penalties, or legal proceedings if you violated public order.
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