According to the NCAA, drones are allowed in Namibia, subject to NCAA regulations. Read on for details.Here are the most important rules to know for flying a drone in Namibia:Get written authorization from:Namibia Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) before operating a drone Privately or Commercially at all times.NCAA Approval to fly above 150 Feet (45m) above ground and/or within Published areas/airspace or a 5 NM radius of the unmanned aerodrome.Namibia Film Commission (NFC) if you intend to make a movie or video.Ministry of Environment and Tourism (MET) if you intend to fly in a National Park or Nature ReserveProperty Owner Permission you intend to operate your drone over.Aerodrome/Airfield Owner Permission when flying within 5NM or 10KM of a runway.DO’SAlways have approved authorization when operating a drone.Keep your eyes at all times on your drone.Have your public liability insurance at all times.Flyonly during daylight and in good weatherKeep the drone within your sight at all times.Only Use ONE drone at a time.Always check that your drone is in an airworthy stateThink before you publish any image/video, as you may be breaching privacy laws.DON’TDon’t fly higher than 150 feet(45 meters above the surface;Don’t fly over populated areas. e.g., streets, towns, and cities)Don’t fly within published controlled airspace and prohibited, restricted, or dangerous areas.Don’t fly closer than 5 Nautical Miles (10 Km) from the radius boundary of an airfield.Don’t fly over vehicles where you may distract the driverDon’t fly a drone from a moving vehicleDon’t fly over personal property without consentDon’t fly near or over the military, police, and prison facilities.Don’t Fly over populated areas. e.g., streets, towns, and cities)Don’t Fly within a published controlled zone.How to register a dronefor private use in Namibia?Private usersmust apply for an RPAS Letter of Approval (RLA). This requestmust be made by foreigners at least 60 days in advance and include the following information:A formal letter of application to the Namibia Civil Aviation Authority’s (NCAA) Executive Director outlines the drone flight’s purpose and duration. A map depicting the intended flight areas and the ascent location’s coordinates.Risk assessment and development of a “Safety Management Plan.” The aircraft’s documentation details the drone’s technical specifications. Proof of drone insurance, which includes coverage for third-party damage in Namibia. Proof of payment for the processing fee is currently 1,200 NAD (about 80 euros).If you’re traveling to Namibia and wish to bring your drone, the NCAA lists the following special considerations for foreigners flying drones:To fly a drone recreationally in Namibia as a foreigner, youmust obtain approval from the NCAA. Foreign nationalsmust submit applications for permission to fly recreationally at least 60 calendar days before the scheduled flight. On the NCAA website, you can learn more about how to apply for approval. To fly a drone commercially in Namibia as a foreigner, youmust obtain approval from the NCAA. In addition, foreign nationalsmust submit commercial flight authorization applications at least 120 calendar days before the planned flight.Commercial UAV operatorsmust apply for an Operator Certificate (ROC). Foreign pilotsmust expect a processing time of at least 120 days. For the application, youmust present the following documents:A formal letter of application to the Namibia Civil Aviation Authority’s (NCAA) Executive Director outlines the drone flight’s purpose and duration. A pilot’s license. All dronesmust be registered. RLA for each drone. Manual of Operations per NCAA specifications. Proof of payment for the processing fee is currently 4,500 NAD (about 308 euros).Each drone may be registered with a single ROC. This means that each commercial drone can have a single pilot assigned to it. If you areonly filming or photographing in Namibia as a tourist, there are fewer restrictions.