South America
Peru
DGAC/MTC — new RPAS Regulation (D.S. 012-2026-MTC)
In May 2026 Peru enacted an entirely new regulation, with Open/Specific/Certified-style risk categories and mandatory third-party liability insurance for operators. Many detailed technical rules are still being published by the DGAC.
Value from the previous regime; under the new regulation the specific technical figure is not yet confirmed pending the DGAC technical standards.
Mandatory in the RPAS Registry (mpv.mtc.gob.pe) within 30 working days of purchase; recreational use under 2kg is exempt.
Required for non-exempt categories; technical details still being defined under the new regulation.
Mandatory for operators under the new 2026 regulation.
Zones to avoid
No-fly zones usually follow the same recurring categories (airports, military sites, protected areas, historic centers). For this country: Controlled airspace, airport vicinities, designated sensitive areas.
What isn't 100% confirmed yet
Regulation updated as of May 2026: several detailed technical rules (exact altitude, procedures) are still being published by the DGAC. Always check the most recent version before flying.
Verify officially before flying
Source: DGAC — Ministerio de Transportes y Comunicaciones (Ministry of Transport and Communications)
Last checked: 2026-09
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Why registration exists
Here the threshold usually depends on the drone's weight or whether it has a camera: below a certain weight, often 250 g, many systems don't require registration for recreational use. Check the note above and the official source to see whether your specific drone falls under the requirement. For Peru, the official reference remains DGAC — Ministerio de Transportes y Comunicaciones (Ministry of Transport and Communications). Mandatory in the RPAS Registry (mpv.mtc.gob.pe) within 30 working days of purchase; recreational use under 2kg is exempt.
How this usually works
In most systems, the pilot license (or "certificate") is a theory exam, often entirely online and free, covering the basics: airspace, safety distances, privacy. It's nothing like a driving license, but it's still a legal requirement. Most systems have more than one level: an entry-level exam for flights further from people and built-up areas, and a more thorough one if you want to fly closer. The certificate is usually valid for a few years before it needs renewing. The exam and certificate are handled by DGAC — Ministerio de Transportes y Comunicaciones (Ministry of Transport and Communications). Required for non-exempt categories; technical details still being defined under the new regulation.
Informational content, not legal advice. Zones and rules change constantly: always check the country's official website before every flight.