DCA, the Malawi agency responsible for drone safety, has provided several details on flying drones for fun or work. The highlights are enumerated below.For more details, youmust contact the DCA by email at director@civilaviation.gov.mw.Are drones allowed in Malawi?DCA states drones are allowed in Malawi, subject to DCA regulations. Read on for details.Here are the most important rules to know for flying a drone in MalawiNo license or registration is required when flying a drone for personal/recreational purposes.However, whether you are flying recreationally or commercially, youmust obtain permission from the DCA before each flight. The section below discusses commercial registration and license requirements.Without prior permission,do not fly a drone within 30 meters (98 feet) of groups of people, sports fields, road races, schools, social gatherings, or private property. Avoid flying drones near crewed aircraft.Within ten kilometers (six miles) of an airport, helipad, airfield, or aerodrome,do not fly. Avoid flying in restricted, controlled, or prohibited airspace.Vertically,do not fly higher than 45 meters (150 feet). While flying, drone pilotsmust maintain a direct visual line of sight with their drones.Drones should be operatedonly during daylight hours and in clear weather.Registration and Licensing Requirements for Flying a Drone in MalawiTo fly a drone commercially, corporately, or for charitable purposes, the drone pilotmust meet the following requirements:The dronemust be registered with the DCA.The operatormust obtain an RPA Operator Certificate (ROC) issued by the DCA. To get a drone license, submit your application to: director@civilaviation.gov.mwNotes for recreational drone pilots flying for fun in MalawiFollow the general rules listed above, but check for updates by contacting the DCA