Destination guide · South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA), Part 101
Flying a drone in South Africa
EasyOfficial source re-checked 2026-06-12
No registration or licence for private recreational use under 7 kg; just operational rules and a national-parks ban.
Can a tourist register?
Yes. Nothing to register; tourists follow the same operational rules as locals.
Key limits
RegistrationNot required for recreational use
Altitude limit120 m
Test / trainingNot required
InsuranceNot required
No registration, licence or permit for private/recreational use under 7 kg (Part 101, since 2015).
Customs & entry
Declare a personal drone on arrival; no permit needed if not for resale. SANParks (Kruger, Table Mountain etc.) has a total drone ban.
Sources
- https://www.caa.co.za/industry-information/uas/
- https://dronesgator.com/drone-laws-in-south-africa
- https://drones.org.za/groups/recreational/
Confidence: high
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This is general information, not legal advice. Rules change — always verify with South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA), Part 101 before flying. FlyCheck covers national rules only; local restrictions (airports, parks, cities) also apply.