Asia
Georgia
GCAA — EU-style UAS classification (C0-C6)
Georgia regulates drones through the GCAA (Georgian Civil Aviation Agency), with a class system similar to the European one (C0-C6 by weight). Registration is mandatory, with the number displayed visibly and permanently on the drone.
Limit of 120 m above ground level for most categories; the operator may choose a lower limit.
Mandatory through the official uas.gov.ge portal; the registration number must be displayed visibly and non-removably on the drone's exterior. Weight classification: C0 under 250 g, C1 under 900 g, C2 under 4 kg, C3/C5/C6 and C4 under 25 kg.
For subcategory A1 a theory exam is enough (class C1); A2 requires a remote pilot competency certificate (online exam + practical + theory); A3 only needs the online theory exam. The specific and certified categories require a risk assessment or full certification.
Zones to avoid
No-fly zones usually follow the same recurring categories (airports, military sites, protected areas, historic centers). For this country: The official page consulted doesn't specify detailed no-fly zones or distances: always check airspace through official GCAA channels (uas.gov.ge) before flying.
What isn't 100% confirmed yet
Data verified against Georgia's official UAS portal (uas.gov.ge); no specific no-fly zone or insurance requirement is stated on that page.
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 Georgia, the official reference remains GCAA — Georgian Civil Aviation Agency. Mandatory through the official uas.gov.ge portal; the registration number must be displayed visibly and non-removably on the drone's exterior. Weight classification: C0 under 250 g, C1 under 900 g, C2 under 4 kg, C3/C5/C6 and C4 under 25 kg.
How this usually works
Here the requirement depends on factors like the drone's weight, distance from people, or use case (recreational vs. commercial). The note above describes the most common case: if your situation is different, check the official source to see exactly which scenario applies to you before flying. The exam and certificate are handled by GCAA — Georgian Civil Aviation Agency. For subcategory A1 a theory exam is enough (class C1); A2 requires a remote pilot competency certificate (online exam + practical + theory); A3 only needs the online theory exam. The specific and certified categories require a risk assessment or full certification.
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Informational content, not legal advice. Zones and rules change constantly: always check the country's official website before every flight.