South America
Argentina
ANAC Argentina — RAAC 100/101/102 (2025 reform)
Argentina completely overhauled its regulation in 2025: the Open category is now much simpler, with no licence needed, just a free digital declaration.
In uncontrolled airspace/rural zones; reduced to 43 m within 5km of an airport.
Free digital sworn declaration to the Registro Nacional de Aeronaves for the Open category.
No licence required for the Open category, just a free online basic knowledge check.
Cited by sources as mandatory for operators, but not confirmed whether it is universal for the Open category or only for Specific/Certified.
Zones to avoid
No-fly zones usually follow the same recurring categories (airports, military sites, protected areas, historic centers). For this country: Forbidden in restricted airspace, airports, heliports, national parks, populated areas, military installations; 43 m limit within 5km of runways.
Last checked: 2026-09
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Why registration exists
Operator registration exists for accountability: if a drone causes an incident or enters a restricted zone, the authority needs to be able to trace it back to whoever was flying it. You usually get an identification number (operator ID) to physically attach to the drone, valid for every drone the same person owns. The cost is often minimal or free, and it applies to visiting tourists too, not just residents. For Argentina, the official reference remains ANAC Argentina. Free digital sworn declaration to the Registro Nacional de Aeronaves for the Open category.
How this usually works
Even where an exam isn't formally required, most aviation authorities still recommend a basic safety course: rules change often, and flying without the basics is a real risk even without a legal obligation. The exam and certificate are handled by ANAC Argentina. No licence required for the Open category, just a free online basic knowledge check.
Informational content, not legal advice. Zones and rules change constantly: always check the country's official website before every flight.