Oceania
Fiji
CAAF — Fiji Air Navigation Regulations
Fiji regulates drones through the CAAF. Recreational (personal-use) flying still requires online registration; the maximum altitude is 200 feet (61 m), well below the 120 m standard used in many other countries.
Limit of 200 feet (61 m) above ground level, unless specifically approved.
Mandatory even for recreational use through the online OP 137 form (caaf.org.fj/droneapplications).
No pilot certificate appears to be required for recreational flying; a CAAF licence/certification is instead required for commercial operations.
Zones to avoid
No-fly zones usually follow the same recurring categories (airports, military sites, protected areas, historic centers). For this country: Forbidden within 3 km of a domestic aerodrome and 5 km of an international aerodrome. Forbidden to fly over government or sensitive sites (police stations, military bases, prisons, hospitals, Parliament), national parks, protected areas, public gatherings and sporting events. Under 2 kg: at least 30 m from people, vehicles and buildings; above 2 kg stricter requirements apply. Always within direct visual line of sight, unless specifically approved.
What isn't 100% confirmed yet
No insurance requirement is stated for recreational use on the official page consulted (required only for commercial operations).
Last checked: 2026-08
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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 Fiji, the official reference remains CAAF — Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji. Mandatory even for recreational use through the online OP 137 form (caaf.org.fj/droneapplications).
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 CAAF — Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji. No pilot certificate appears to be required for recreational flying; a CAAF licence/certification is instead required for commercial operations.
Other countries in Oceania
Informational content, not legal advice. Zones and rules change constantly: always check the country's official website before every flight.