Flight zones · Uganda
Where you can (and can't) fly in Uganda
Max altitude
122 m
400 feet (122 m) for Category B (standard, drones up to 5 kg — the most relevant for recreational/tourist use). Category A (basic) is limited to just 30 feet (10 m), within 200 m of the control station, daytime only (6am-6pm), max speed 20 km/h. Category C (complex) allows beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) flight but requires a UAS Operator Certificate.
Zones to avoid
Minimum distance of 50 m from people/buildings/vehicles/public roads (Categories A and B). Forbidden within 4 km of an airport without authorization.
Last checked: 2026-08
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Informational content, not legal advice. Zones and rules change constantly: always check the country's official website before every flight.