In light of recent events, the Norwegian CAA has just published clarifications on the rules for flying drones in Norway.
Norway, you are generally allowed to fly in the open category if you are registered as an operator. This does not apply to Russian citizens, as there is a ban on all Russian flights.
Citizens from EU countries
If you are a citizen of an EU country and wish to operate a drone in Norway, you must:
- Be registered as a drone operator in your home country. There is no distinction between flying for recreational or commercial use.
- Have a valid EASA certificate for the relevant subcategory.
(The Norwegian A1/A3 course and exam are available in English at flydrone.no.) - Mark the drone with your operator number. You can also use a QR code containing your operator number. The number on your pilot certificate is not valid as a marking.
- Have valid liability insurance. There is no distinction between flying for recreational or commercial use.
- Follow the rules of the open category.
- Check if drone flying is permitted in the area before taking off.
- Before flying with sensors, you must register the use of photos, video and other sensors with the Norwegian National Security Authority.
Russian citizens
Since 28 February 2022, Russian flights have been banned from using Norwegian airspace.
- Read more about the ban in the article: Russian citizens are not allowed to fly in Norway, Svalbard or Jan-Mayen.
- It is permitted that Russian citizens, as employees (or similar), can fly a UAS to benefit operators not subject to the sanctions.
Citizens from other countries
If you are a citizen from a country outside the EU, you must:
- Be registered as a drone operator in an EU country or Norway. You should register in the first country where you plan to operate. For Norway, you can register at flydrone.no. There is no distinction between flying for recreational or commercial use.
- Have a valid EASA certificate for the relevant subcategory.
(The Norwegian A1/A3 course and exam are available in English at flydrone.no.) - Mark the drone with your operator number. You can also use a QR code containing your operator number. The number on your pilot certificate is not valid as a marking.
- Have valid liability insurance. There is no distinction between flying for recreational or commercial use.
- Follow the rules of the open category.
- Check if drone flying is permitted in the area before taking off.
- Before flying with sensors, you must register the use of photos, video and other sensors with the Norwegian National Security Authority.
Source: CAA Norway