Ease of flight
Complicated
Aviation authority
ANACIM Senegal
Registration
Likely required
Pilot licence
May be required

Drone regulations in Senegal

According to ANACIM, drones are allowed in Senegal, subject to ANACIM regulations.RPAS are divided into three classes:Class 1: RPAS with a mass of 5 kg or less, including any load carried by RPAS.Class 2: RPAS with mass greater than 5 kg but less than or equal to 25 kg, including any load transported; andClass 3 RPAS with a mass greater than 25 kg, including any load carried.RPAS are divided into three categoriesCategory A: RPAS used for leisure and/or private purposes by individuals (people, physical);Category B RPAS is used for sports and model aircraft within the framework of aeromodelling associations certified by the Authority.Category C: RPAS used for professional purposes by private and public bodies. ELIGIBILITY CONDITIONS TO OPERATE AN RPASThe following are the eligibility requirements for obtaining authorization to operate an RPAS:Any person aged at least 15 forcategory A.any person aged 12 or over forCategory B.any person aged at least 18 forcategory C.All legal persons duly established in Senegal who can justify using such equipment.Any legal person not resident in Senegal, with a mandate or a legal contract of services with a company registered in the country’s trade register (Senegal), a UEMOA State, or a mission order issued by an entity of the State of Senegal.Any legal person not resident in Senegal and authorized by a legal person of Senegalese nationality and permanently resident in Senegal.Note: If the operator of an RPAS is under the age of 18 forcategory A, the authorization for the operation will be issued subject to approval by a legal guardian and support during operations by their legal guardian or an adult over 18 designated by the legal guardian.If the owner of an RPAS is under 18, the RPAS is identified under the legal guardian.RPAS IDENTIFICATION OBLIGATIONPrivileges and identification conditionsNo one should operate an RPAS in Senegal if the Authority has not identified it and issued an identification number to its owner, legal representative, or operator.A remotely piloted aircraft is entered into Senegal’s PAS identification register when identified per the law.A remotely piloted aircraft is eligible for identification if it belongs:to a Senegalese or any foreign person residing in Senegal and having at least eighteen (18) years of age on the date of submission of the application; orto a company incorporated under the laws of Senegal.Identification certificateIf the request meets the identification requirements, the Authority registers the remotely piloted aircraft following the procedure for filling in the SAP register then issues a certificate to the applicant.

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Aviation authority contact

Websiteanacim.sn
Phone221) 33 865 60 00

Approved training organisations

Drones for good projects

Sources

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This page is a general reference, not legal advice. Drone laws change frequently and vary by aircraft type and operation. Verify current rules with the relevant civil aviation authority before flying. See how this data is sourced and rated.
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