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

Drone regulations in Uganda

Import to or export from Uganda of RPAS.Youmust not import an RPAS or a component of an RPAS without a permit issued by the Authority.The CAA will require you to seek and obtain the necessary security clearance and approval from the Office of the Chief of Defence Forces.If you intend to export a Ugandan-registered RPAS, youmust notify the Authority in writing and obtain a deregistration certificate.Application for registration of RPAS.An application for registration of an RPAS shall be made to the Authority using the Schedule 3 Form found in the linked drone regulation.Pay the fees prescribed by the CAA.The owner of a remotely piloted aircraftmust apply.The application for registration of RPASmust include evidence of ownership, for instance, a bill of sale.Youmust not operate an RPA within the jurisdiction of Uganda unless the CAA has registered the RPA and a certificate of registration for the RPA has been issued.Category A: Basic operations (low risk)RPASmust be operated within Visual Line Of Site (VLOS), andAt a maximum height of 400 feet above ground level, and50 meters lateral distance from any persons, building or object not associated with the operations.All operations under thiscategory shall be approved or authorized by the Authority, and such operations shallonly be conducted within VLOS.RPAS operated in thiscategory shall not be more than 25kg maximum take-off mass together with associated payloads.Operations mentioned under this paragraph shall be conducted within segregated airspaces and away from any notified prohibited, restricted or danger areas unless expressly authorised by the Authority.RPAS operators inCategory A shall hold a certificate issued by the Authority permitting them to conduct operations.

Aviation authority contact

Websitecaa.go.ug
Phone+256 312 352 000

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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