Asia
Taiwan
CAA — digital system drone.caa.gov.tw
Taiwan has a structured, digitized system with a dedicated English-language section for foreign visitors, who must obtain CAA approval regardless of the drone's weight (unlike residents, who are exempt under 250 g).
Mandatory for foreign visitors even under 250 g; drones ≥250 g must be registered on the free online portal drone.caa.gov.tw.
A CAA exam is required for drones ≥2 kg.
Zones to avoid
No-fly zones usually follow the same recurring categories (airports, military sites, protected areas, historic centers). For this country: From March 2026, new restrictions at 11 major seaports (Kaohsiung, Keelung, Taichung, etc.), with heavy fines for violations.
What isn't 100% confirmed yet
Exact maximum altitude not confirmed by an official source in this research.
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 Taiwan, the official reference remains Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) Taiwan. Mandatory for foreign visitors even under 250 g; drones ≥250 g must be registered on the free online portal drone.caa.gov.tw.
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 Civil Aviation Administration (CAA) Taiwan. A CAA exam is required for drones ≥2 kg.
Other countries in Asia
Informational content, not legal advice. Zones and rules change constantly: always check the country's official website before every flight.